A Rare Opportunity to Own a Piece of Camden’s History Welcome to 17 S. Main Street—an enchanting residence tucked away in the heart of the charming town of Camden, Delaware. This is a rare chance to own a piece of local history, steeped in 18th-century charm and timeless character. Once part of the historic 19 S. Main estate dating back to the early 1700s, this unique home was separated in the mid-1800s and now stands as a beautifully preserved treasure on a storybook street rich with nostalgia. Step into the spacious backyard and you’ll find yourself full of endless opportunities for a garden dreamscape—complete with a tiered tree, a breathtaking magnolia, curved brick pathways, and a serene fishpond. A spacious detached garage adds additional room for storage, a studio, or a home office. The original front door opens to a stunning hallway featuring authentic brick flooring, solid wood paneled walls, and a grand fireplace that instantly evokes warmth and history. The cozy eat-in kitchen offers exposed wood beams, a period-style oven and cooktop, built-ins, a wood stove, and beautifully preserved hardwood floors that carry the charm of yesteryear. The expansive great room features wide plank hardwood floors and a striking fireplace—perfect for unwinding or entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms and a full bath. The primary suite is generously sized and includes custom closet space rarely found in homes of this era. The home offers a shared driveway with private parking, as well as ample street parking. Conveniently located within walking distance to local parks, shops, Route 1, and Dover Air Force Base—and just a short drive to Delaware’s beloved beaches—this home is a true gem, easy to show, and ready to welcome its next chapter.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (6/5)
$249,900
17 S Main St, Camden, DE 19934
3beds
1,814sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1730
0.25 Acres Lot
$249,200 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Serene fishpondGrand fireplaceDetached garageTiered treeGarden dreamscapePeriod-style oven and cooktopWide plank hardwood floors
- 40 days
- on Zillow |
- 2,565 |
- 190 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 05, 2025 at 07:45am
Listed by:
Laurie Ferris 302-632-0675,
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach (302) 541-8787,
Listing Team: The Luxe Property Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2037628

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Sitting Room, Kitchen, Great Room, Bathroom 1
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Sitting room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,814
- Total interior livable area: 1,814 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,814
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Covered, Garage Faces Rear, Oversized, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: NM0209411037100000
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1730
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Camden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $218,900
- Annual tax amount: $888
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, 2-car Detached Garage
- Exclusions: Personal Items
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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