For sale

Price cut: $49.1K (3/26)

$249,900

564 Front St, Houston, DE 19954

4beds

3,680sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1899

1.3 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$68/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Authentic architectural detailsTraditional layoutSpacious roomsHardwood floorsOriginal lighting fixtures

Step back in time with this 1899 Colonial two-story home set on a picturesque 1.3-acre lot in the heart of Houston. Rich in character and historic appeal, this property features original lighting fixtures, hardwood floors, trim, and doors, showcasing craftsmanship rarely found today. The home needs extensive repairs and is being offered as a renovation opportunity, but it has good bones and solid structure, making it ideal for restoration, a historic rehab project, or an investor looking to bring new life to a classic Colonial. Spacious rooms, traditional layout, and authentic architectural details provide a strong foundation for renovation while preserving its original charm. The expansive 1.3-acre lot offers ample space for outdoor use, expansion, or future possibilities. Conveniently located near Route 13 with easy access to Milford, Dover, shopping, and dining. A unique opportunity for buyers seeking a historic home with character and potential.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 4

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Baseboard, Wood Stove, Oil, Wood

Cooling

None, Other

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Kitchen - Country
Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,680
Total interior livable area: 3,680 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,680
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 10
Parking features: Private, Unpaved, Off Street, Driveway
Uncovered spaces: 4

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Vinyl, Private

Lot

Size: 1.3 Acres
Dimensions: 235 x 240

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: MD1118111011100000
Zoning: NA
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block

Condition

Fixer
New construction: No
Year built: 1899

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: On Site Septic
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Propane, Electricity Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Houston

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Houston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $68/sqft
Tax assessed value: $315,100
Annual tax amount: $1,137
Date on market: 1/20/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/26/2026	Price change	$249,900-16.4%$68/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2043650 Report a problem
1/20/2026	Listed for sale	$299,000+273.8%$81/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2043650 Report a problem
8/1/1997	Sold	$80,000$22/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,138 -4.2%	$315,100
2024	$1,187 +38.7%	$315,100 +727%
2023	$856 +2.3%	$38,100
2022	$837 -1.7%	$38,100
2021	$851 -0.8%	$38,100
2020	$858 -0.5%	$38,100
2019	$862 -0.3%	$38,100
2018	$865	$38,100
2017	$865 -6.7%	$38,100
2016	$927	$38,100
2015	--	$38,100
2014	--	$38,100
2012	--	$38,100
2011	--	$38,100
2010	--	$38,100 -2.1%
2009	--	$38,900
2008	--	$38,900
2007	--	$38,900
2005	--	$38,900
2004	--	$38,900
2002	--	$38,900
2001	--	$38,900
2000	$550	$38,900