291 Lighthouse Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
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OFF MARKET

$1,575,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,348 sqft (on 186.60 acres)

291 Lighthouse Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 8, 2024 for $1,575,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1273 Alabam Rd, Smyrna, DE
1.41
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$295,000
01/16/26
3
2
1,350
1185 Smyrna Landing Rd, Smyrna, DE
1.61
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$700,000
10/03/25
3
2.5
3,075
242 Shorty Ln, Smyrna, DE
1.67
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$375,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,940
113 Poe Dr, Smyrna, DE
2.04
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$435,000
10/06/25
3
2
1,748
82 Harkins Dr, Smyrna, DE
2.17
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$305,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,600
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2.04
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$270,000
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1
1,000
50 E Harkins Dr, Smyrna, DE
2.19
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$304,000
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1,300
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1,000
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1.98
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$270,000
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1
1,000

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1201 Woodland Beach Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
0.84
$763,300
3
2
1,823
Off Market
764 Tush Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
0.93
$389,600
3
2
1,550
Off Market
593 Gravesend Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
1.07
-
-
-
-
Off Market
556 Gravesend Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
1.38
$761,500
3
3.5
3,015
Off Market
1273 Alabam Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977
1.41
$295,000
3
2
1,350
Recently Sold
681 Shorty Ln, Smyrna, DE 19977
1.44
$134,900
-
-
-
For Sale
535 Shorty Ln, Smyrna, DE 19977
1.47
$215,000
-
-
-
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1890
186.6 acre lot
2,348 sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

The Piney Cedar Farm is a great ag property along Smyrna River with 186 + acres, 101 tillable acres, 10 wooded acres, and 76 marsh acres. There are three ponds, two of which are recoverable, a farm house used as hunting lodge with two car garage, mobile home leased for $400 per month, single family dwelling leased for $425 per month, and duck blinds. The farm currently rents for $85 per acre. There are two septic systems, and two domestic wells, and two wells for the recoverable ponds. The hunting lodge and the mobile home shares one well and septic, and the rented house uses one well and septic. Property has three tax parcels, and four tax records (for mobile home). There is an unknown amount of road frontage, and an unknown amount of water frontage on the Smyrna River.
291 Lighthouse Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,348 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $1,575,000 on Jul 8, 2024 (17% above the $1,350,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Phil McGinnis, (302) 736-1538
McGinnis Commercial Real Estate
Bought with: A John Price, (302) 379-6318, Patterson Price Real Estate, LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DEKT238262

Home Details for 291 Lighthouse Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2348 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Above Ground, Electricity Available, PhoneAppliances: Cooktop, Humidifier, Refrigerator, Electric Water HeaterRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Crops Are Included
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double HungFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Creek/Stream, Pond, River, Street, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Wooded Area Size: 10Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, ResidenceNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Rear,Inside Entrance,Driveway,Off Street,Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: RiverResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road, StateRoad Surface Type: Black Top, PavedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: On Site SepticWater Body: Smyrna River
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road Frontage: 1500, Water Frontage Ft: 1500Not Allowed to Raise HorsesDoes Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2348 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: FarmProperty Subtype: FarmStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionHas Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: DC00003000116.00, 16.01, 28.00, 16.01Additional Parcels Description: three tax parcels total

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,350,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 09 2024Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: SMYRNACommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: SmyrnaJr High / Middle School District: SmyrnaHigh School District: Smyrna

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2348 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 186.6001 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DEKT238262Water ViewWater View: Creek/Stream, Pond, RiverAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2348

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 8, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT238262
Sold
$1,575,000
Sep 29, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,350,000
May 9, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,350,000

Market trends in Smyrna

Last updated August 2026
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What Locals Say about Smyrna

At least 159 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Scantoni
    "I lived here and moved away for three years and moved back because I missed it so much! It is a cute little old school town and very small town vibes if you want to be a part of that and if not you can very much do your own thing and still thrive here. "
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  • Scantoni
    "Smyrna is a lovely community with neighbors who we call family. It is a small hillbilly town all about the residents themselves. Small town feel and big town hearts."
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    "I lived here years ago, moved away and missed it so much I came back and have been here the past 8 years now. It is very small town feeling and very welcoming."
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    "Smyrna is a small town-feel and has come to feel like family- it’s been great for the kids as they grow up and the school district also makes you feel like a part of a larger family. "
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  • Acandie
    "Parades down Main Street; lots of churches, lots of parks and playgrounds , walkable neighborhood, nice historic area with old houses, nice new library"
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  • Rich Parson
    "No homes are alike. Kids and families get a long. People come from all over to live here. People walk dogs."
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  • Jpb93car
    "Some dogs aren’t always on the leash. Haven’t been attacked but I don’t like having to walk around the neighborhood with a defensive stick for neighbors dogs"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood.. love this place.. quiet and safe.. small amount of break-ins reported. Pet friendly"
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  • Tracey l.
    "I love the closeness of Smyrna and so many activities 😊 parades- 5k - nice stores. Plenty of Restaurants. "
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  • Patricia.kearns
    "Many people are dog lovers in this neighborhood. People walk their dogs here like clockwork lol! People know the dogs’ names"
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  • Springmeadow343
    "Living here for eight years. Very quite and clean. Homes are well maintained and it is centrally located for shopping. "
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  • Smyrna Lover
    "Smyrna is a family-friendly, close-knit town full of town pride. Smyrna is especially fond of its high school football team. The games and parades typically bring out the entire town. Smyrna’s location in the center of the state makes it a perfect place if you want the calm, inviting and relaxing atmosphere but be close to larger cities and all their amenities. Smyrna just may be the best value for perspective home buyers looking for a new home that will surely appreciate as the years go on. "
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  • Candice B.
    "I have lived in Smyrna for 19 years and love it. My kids are now growing up on the area and I feel it’s a good community to raise a family. "
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  • Homestaroperations
    "I've lived here for 8 years and never had a problem with anyone or anything. Schools are great, as are sports and recreation for kids. Everyone is pleasant and humble. "
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  • Jasminetanderson1990
    "Quite community, schools are local and the grocery store is 5 mins away. The apartments are held you beautifully and Lessing office is amazing "
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  • Abby M.
    "People are always walking their dogs, playing with them, I dislike that not everyone cleans up the dog poop. Kids play outside and if it’s in front of your apartment neighbors blame you. I also dislike there isn’t a dog park in our complex, I know if it was there a lot of people would use it and the dogs will get out more often because of how close it would be."
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  • Christopher A.
    "Though there is one outdoor/State park nearby, it’s enjoyable but fairly small. Being a single dad who enjoys outdoor activity, I found it challenging and consider it a difficult area for outdoor activity "
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  • Brian G.
    "Annual night out in town on Market St. Halloween trunk or treat. Summer concert series at the municipal park. "
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  • Shelby C.
    "The schools are great. The people are nice. It's a great place to grow up in. You know your neighbors. "
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  • Med3262002
    "Pet owners would like that there’s lots of space. Big yards. And lots of sidewalks for them to go on walks. "
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    "Dog owners would love the paved pathways we have throughout our neighborhood. They might not like the lack of natural scenery around our neighborhood. "
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  • Amberlicklider
    "It’s a quiet town with strong community ties. Unique little shops, restaurants, and great town events! Great place to raise a family. Beautiful houses and bodies of water locally."
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  • Meganchevy3
    "It’s a great ride to work. Not to far I could walk if I had to. Beautiful site when I look out my backyard. "
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    "Quiet neighborhood and located near major roads for easy access to nearby cities. Neighbors are friendly. "
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    "Walkable neighborhood; nice people; safe; well-maintained; diverse; middle class; educated; great schools with school and team spirit; low cost of living and low city taxes; well-landscaped"
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Frequently asked questions about 291 Lighthouse Rd

  • What is the price history for 291 Lighthouse Rd?
    291 Lighthouse Rd in Smyrna, DE last sold for $1,575,000 in July 2024.
  • Is Smyrna a buyer's or seller's market?
    Smyrna is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Smyrna?
    Residents describe Smyrna, DE as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Smyrna, DE.
  • What are the closest schools to 291 Lighthouse Rd?
    The closest schools to 291 Lighthouse Rd in Smyrna, DE are Moore (John Bassett) School (Elementary, rated 6/10), North Smyrna Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), Smyrna High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 291 Lighthouse Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 291 Lighthouse Rd in Smyrna, DE has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 291 Lighthouse Rd?
    The lot at 291 Lighthouse Rd in Smyrna, DE is about 186.6 acres.

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