797 Dexter Corner Rd, Townsend, DE 19734
OFF MARKET

797 Dexter Corner Rd
Townsend, DE 19734

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,475 sqft (on 2.49 acres)

$466,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,682/mo*
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$466,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,682/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,475 sqft
(on 2.49 acres)

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Local Information

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Description

If you love older homes - this is a gem! Needs lots of TLC but worth the effort. The stately home sits on nearly 2.5 acres in rural Townsend. The rooms are large - the potential is huge. The seller is offering special renovation financing with no PMI. The property is being sold "as is". This property is exempt from Transfer Tax. So much potential - such a pretty setting -- don't let this opportunity pass you by!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

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Outdoor
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Home Details for 797 Dexter Corner Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.49 acres

Price History for 797 Dexter Corner Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/09/2012$107,000Sold
N/A
03/18/2012$125,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/10/2012$115,500PriceChange
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01/10/2012$125,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/19/2011$134,972Sold
N/A
12/14/2011$134,000PriceChange
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11/06/2011$145,000PriceChange
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11/02/2011$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/26/2004$155,900Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$505,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 797 Dexter Corner Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
963 Dexter Corner Rd, Townsend, DE
0.71
Single-Family Home
$235,000
10/20/25
4
2
2,150
412 Main St, Townsend, DE
0.67
Single-Family Home
$191,900
04/02/26
3
1.5
2,900
618 Commerce St, Townsend, DE
0.64
Single-Family Home
$260,000
07/18/25
5
2
3,125
340 Coralroot Dr, Townsend, DE
0.43
Single-Family Home
$596,239
03/05/26
4
2.5
2,910
338 Coralroot Dr, Townsend, DE
0.44
Single-Family Home
$597,946
12/30/25
5
3
2,978
622 Commerce St, Townsend, DE
0.62
Single-Family Home
$80,000
12/12/25
3
1
1,675
633 South St, Townsend, DE
0.61
Single-Family Home
$319,900
05/15/25
3
2
1,475
116 Main St, Townsend, DE
0.84
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/03/25
4
3
2,625
646 Commerce St, Townsend, DE
0.52
Single-Family Home
$399,900
09/26/25
3
2.5
1,550
613 Taylor St, Townsend, DE
0.64
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/20/25
3
2.5
1,876

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What Locals Say about Townsend

At least 49 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 12 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Plaisirgreg
    "It’s a peaceful area to live in. Has a great school district, clean, not too far from shopping centers. Not too far from city life (dmv, Philadelphia )"
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  • Tyrone H.
    "I lived here for 3 years, and born and raised in Philadelphia is a big plus for me to live in Townsend. During my military career, I want to live in a rural area where none of the foolishness of the big city. So, I would recommend families that want peace and quality of life to more out here, not the riffraft. "
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  • D F.
    "None I don’t like the neighborhood at all. The people are not friendly at all in my opinion. Not kid friendly at all. "
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  • Diorka22
    "It is very rural and good for homeowners that have as an example, small planes, etc. Horses, farm animals."
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  • Rhys M.
    "It is Nice place because I go to church around and, have been coming quite often to the park around here that’s why I find it so attractive to me."
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  • Mbresidential
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 16years and I love it a real safe place to live and raise your children "
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  • Mrsrk N.
    "Need your own vehicle to get around. Traffic can get bad if major highway is backed up. Otherwise, no real issues."
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  • Logrodnik
    "Small community about 100 homes. Only one entrance to neighborhood. Quiet and pleasant neighborhood. "
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  • James r.
    "Great neighborhood. Neighbors maintain their homes extremely well. All are very friendly and go out of their way to help each other. "
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797 Dexter Corner Rd, Townsend, DE 19734 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,475 sqft single-family home built in 1901. This property is not currently available for sale. 797 Dexter Corner Rd was last sold on Apr 9, 2012 for $107,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 797 Dexter Corner Rd is $466,200.