Rare 46-Acre Estate with Ranch Home – Your Private Sanctuary Awaits Experience the ultimate in privacy and versatility on this exceptional 46-acre wooded estate tucked along a private drive in Houston, Delaware. This remarkable property offers endless possibilities—whether you envision a peaceful homestead with livestock, a hunter's paradise teeming with deer, turkey, quail, and small game, or a savvy investment opportunity with subdivision potential. Set far back from the road surrounded by mature woodland, this is your chance to own a true country retreat with complete freedom and no HOA restrictions. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch home features quality construction with 2x6 wall framing and 2x8 roof framing, along with a thoughtful split floor plan that balances comfort and functionality. The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen with a center island that flows seamlessly into the great room, perfect for gathering and entertaining. Cozy up by the wood stove in the inviting living room, or step out onto the deck off the kitchen to enjoy your private woodland views. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a large attached bathroom and generous walk-in closet, while two additional good-sized bedrooms and a hall bathroom provide ample space for guests. Recent updates include a new roof installed in 2025 and a water heater replaced in 2022, offering peace of mind for years to come. Beyond the home, the property truly shines with its versatile outbuildings and land. A detached 3-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and toys, while a large run-in shed offers perfect accommodations for equipment storage or livestock. The expansive acreage gives you room to farm, raise livestock including horses, chickens, goats, or cows, or simply enjoy the solitude of your own private woodland. Hunters and nature lovers alike will appreciate the abundant wildlife, and those with entrepreneurial vision will recognize the subdivision potential this rare parcel offers. Located just 5 miles from Milford's vibrant downtown filled with great shops and restaurants, minutes from Blairs Pond Park, Abbott's Mill Nature Center, and Killens Pond State Park, and a short drive to Delaware's public beaches and the new Bayhealth Milford Hospital, you'll enjoy country living without sacrificing convenience. This is more than a property—it's a lifestyle opportunity. Whether you're seeking a forever homestead, an investment with future potential, or your own private hunting retreat, this 46-acre estate delivers space, freedom, and possibilities that rarely come to market. Call today to learn more! *The outline shown is just for illustration and shouldn't be considered an actual survey.
For sale
$899,000
2578 Williamsville Rd, Houston, DE 19954
3beds
2,016sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
46.83 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$446/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant wildlifeThoughtful split floor planExpansive acreageSurrounded by mature woodlandPrivate woodland viewsWood stoveTwo additional good-sized bedrooms
- 30 days |
- 864 |
- 41 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 09, 2026 at 09:33am
Listed by:
Shawn McDonnell 302-542-8591,
Jack Lingo - Lewes (302) 645-2207,
Listing Team: Carrie Lingo Team, Co-Listing Team: Carrie Lingo Team,Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth M Cooch 302-562-7954,
Jack Lingo - Lewes
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2044072
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Country
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Insulated
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,016
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,016
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 53
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Circular Driveway, Crushed Stone, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 50
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 46.83 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded, Unrestricted
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: MN0018900013500000
- Zoning: AR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Gravity Sept Fld
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: 24 Hour Security, Exterior Cameras, Motion Detectors, Security System
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $446/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $542,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,958
- Date on market: 2/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+1202.9%$446/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/4/2013 | Listing removed | $69,000$34/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX HORIZONS INC #5732900 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2013 | Listed for sale | $69,000$34/sqft |
Source: REMAX Horizons, Inc #5732900 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2013 | Listing removed | $69,000$34/sqft |
Source: REMAX Horizons, Inc #5732970 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $69,000+15%$34/sqft |
Source: REMAX Horizons, Inc #5732967 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/1988 | Sold | $60,000$30/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $542,500 +1113.6% |
| 2023 | $1,004 +2.3% | $44,700 |
| 2022 | $982 -1.7% | $44,700 |
| 2021 | $999 -0.8% | $44,700 |
| 2020 | $1,007 -0.5% | $44,700 |
| 2019 | $1,012 -0.3% | $44,700 |
| 2018 | $1,015 | $44,700 |
| 2017 | $1,015 -6.7% | $44,700 |
| 2016 | $1,088 | $44,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $44,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $44,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $44,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $44,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $44,700 +0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $44,600 |
| 2000 | $597 | $44,600 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,642/mo
Principal & interest
$4312
Property taxes
$330
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19954
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMorris (Evelyn I.) Early ChildhoodGrades: PK-KDistance: 5.8 mi
- 3/10Milford Central AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 6 mi
- 5/10Milford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Milford
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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