This is one of Magnolia's original homes, taken down to the studs and brought back right. Plumbing, electrical, windows, doors, insulation, HVAC. All replaced within the last few years. And they kept the good stuff: the original red oak staircase and pocket doors. The kitchen? White shaker cabinets, granite, stainless appliances, a pantry, and a breakfast bar that opens into a bright flex space you can use however you want. You've also got a separate dining room, a family room, and laundry plus a half bath on the main floor. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a full bath with a double vanity. Outside is where this one shines. Wraparound porch. Level 0.34-acre lot. Oversized detached 2-car garage, a shed, and a long driveway. In town limits, Caesar Rodney School District, and a short drive to Dover. Don't wait on this one. This home has a VA assumable loan @5.25%, this could make the differance!
Dear Future Owner, I am excited to present you with a unique opportunity. Seriously! When the town of Magnolia was established in 1885 it consisted of a mere 3 homes: 24 S State Street, 12 N Main Street, and 28 W Walnut Street. Through the years, these three homes have watched the Town of Magnolia evolve and grow to over 5,000 homes. In Fall 2020, we had the amazing opportunity to purchase the farm house on West Walnut Street, which was in pretty rough condition at the time, and restore it not simply to its former glory but into a blend of old and new. However, the truth of the matter is that 28 W Walnut Street is actually more new at this point than it is old. Yes, it is made up of the same frame and the same foundation. Yes, we kept the original pocket doors. Yes, we refurbished and highlighted the original Red Oak Staircase. However, what we've created is a fusion of the beauty and history of this house and the modern convenience and comfort of new construction. New electrical system, new plumbing, new. .. windows, doors, insulation, HVAC. .. . you get the idea. Through the "studs out demo" and total rebuild, we had the privilege of redesigning the second floor to bring modern touches to a classic farmhouse. We also added 300 sqft of living space by adding a half bath off of the breakfast bar and a nice size flex room adjacent to the kitchen. And by converting an enclosed porch, we were able to expand the kitchen, allowing us to rearrange the space and set up a hibachi style stove and bar arrangement. When we first saw the pocket doors, we knew we loved the endless possibilities they provided and knew we had to retain and restore them! Whether closed to partition the space into individual areas or slid open to provide the entire first floor with a generous open concept, the possibilities are astounding! I could go on and on about the love and care we put into this project for the last two and a half years, and delve into all of the blood sweat and tears involved, but instead let me simply say we are so excited to pass on this beautiful custom home and are so proud of its uniqueness, personality, and heritage. We want you to find pride of ownership in a home that is like no other. We're extremely excited to pass on its legacy and can't wait to see what is next for 28 W Walnut Street. We hope that you will find as much joy in living here, as we did making it into the home that it is today. Sincerely, The Owners This house is owned by a Realtor.
TREND #5888832
Nov 9, 2011
Sold
$60,000
$26/sq ft
Apr 22, 2011
Listed
$69,900
$31/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DEKT167442
Jul 28, 1994
Listing Removed
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Jul 20, 1994
Listed
$89,500
$39/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1989
Sold
$78,500
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,747 (+22.9%)
$68,800 + $283,500
$352,300
2025
$1,422 (+0.4%)
$68,800 + $283,500
$352,300
2024
$1,416 (+20.4%)
$68,800 + $283,500
$352,300
2023
$1,176 (+84.7%)
$68,800 + $283,500
$352,300
2022
$637 (+0.8%)
$6,700 + $38,900
$45,600
2021
$631 (−48.1%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2020
$1,217 (+104.2%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2019
$596 (−0.4%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2018
$599 (+2.8%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2017
$582 (+2.1%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2016
$570 (+18.8%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2015
$480 (+0.2%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2014
$479 (−0.6%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2013
$482 (+5.2%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2012
$458 (+1.2%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2011
$452
$6,700 + $20,100
$26,800
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
119 ft.
Lot depth
127 ft.
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,726
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,726
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kent County
APN
8-15-113.09-01-05.00-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
May 18, 2023 • Final
Residential
Gut the entire residential building down to the studs and relocate select interior partitions. Construct a small addition to relocate an existing half bathroom, replace the siding, and replace the roofing with limited sheathing replacement.
Addition
Remodel
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Magnolia, DE • 19962
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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58
41
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29
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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