OWN A PIECE OF BRANDYWINE VALLEY HISTORY, NO BUILDER TIE IN...the former gardener's cottage of the Oberod Estate, originally designed in 1935 by the renowned Philadelphia firm DeArmond, Ashmead & Bickley for Harry W. Lunger and his wife, Jane du Pont, now stands ready to be transformed into a stunning… Read More modern-day home. Set on 2.7 picturesque acres in the highly sought-after community of Centreville, DE, this property is surrounded by mature specimen trees-including chestnuts, maples, sycamores and a grove of walnuts. Bathed in beautiful natural light, the grounds offer generous space for al fresco dining, garden parties, and quiet enjoyment of the landscape. Designed by the respected local architecture firm, arQitecture, the proposed renovation and addition include 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, 3-car garage carefully balancing the cottage's historic integrity with a modern, thoughtfully planned layout to create a home of effortless style and livability. Both the well and septic systems have been tested and are in good condition, requiring only minor modifications to support the planned renovation (documentation available). The cottage has been fully stripped to the studs, providing a clean slate for construction. The property is being sold as-is, inclusive of the architectural plans. This is a unique chance to steward a piece of history. With construction-ready status and bespoke architectural plans, this historic structure is primed for a remarkable revival. Read Less
Courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
2
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Square Ft.
3,701
Lot Size
2.65 Acres
Year Built
1937
MLS Number
DENC2088922
30 Days Snapshot Of 19807
$1.39M
+11%
(avg) sold price
7
-50%
homes sold
35
-23%
(avg) days on market
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Area Map
Additional Details
Basement
Full, Garage Access
Building
3,701 sqft living area, 2,250 sqft above grade (finished), 1,451 sqft below grade (finished), Built in 1937, Structure Type: Detached, 1.5 levels, Cape Cod, Cedar
Cooling
Electric, None
Foundation
Permanent
Garage
2 garage spaces
Heating
Natural Gas, Radiator
Lot
115,434 sqft, 2.65 acres
Property
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Sewer
On Site Septic
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $5,891, Tax Year: 2025
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