$450,000

506 High St Odessa, DE 19730

$5,344
Closing credit¹
1 bed
2 partial
2,178 sqft
0.05 acres
$207 / sqft
House

Property details

About 506 High St

Own a Piece of History – Old St. Paul’s Church in the Heart of Historic Odessa! Transform this church into a home! Step into the timeless elegance of Old St. Paul’s Church, a beautifully restored Greek Revival-style treasure built in 1854. Nestled in the heart of historic Odessa, Delaware, this architectural masterpiece exudes history, charm, and endless possibilities. This 3,500+ sq. ft. landmark offers unparalleled versatility—whether you envision it as a church, antique shop, school, community center, or even a one-of-a-kind residence, the zoning provides incredible flexibility for its next chapter. The first floor features a spacious conference and meeting room, a full kitchen, an oversized office, and two half bathrooms. With a little vision, this could be transformed into a home. Upstairs, the breathtaking sanctuary boasts a stunning balcony, oak pews, and soaring ceilings that highlight the building’s grand design. Hand-crafted stained glass windows, each over 16 feet tall, fill the space with vibrant light, while gleaming hardwood floors, a dramatic chandelier, and new wall sconces add to the historic charm. Despite its rich past, the building is fully equipped with modern comforts, including central air conditioning and heat. One of its most remarkable features is the exquisite Tracker organ, built in the mid-1880s and encased in a magnificent walnut cabinet, making it a true musical treasure. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a historic gem with unmatched character and limitless potential. Don’t miss your chance to write the next chapter for this extraordinary property!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,178 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1854
ParkingOn Street
MLS #DENC2076630

Summary

  • MLS Number: DENC2076630
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Real Broker LLC
  • Office Phone: (855) 450-0442
  • Office Email: debroker@therealbrokerage.com
  • Listing Agent: Melissa Scott
  • Agent Phone: (302) 373-5930
  • Agent Email: delawarehomes@icloud.com

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

BRIGHT MLS is the (or a) provider of this home sale information and has compiled content from various sources. Some properties represented may not have actually sold due to reporting errors. ©2025 BrightMLS. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 3/15/2025, 3:20:55 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹

view of building exterior

$450,000

506 High St

$5,344

closing credit¹

Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!

Seller rebate

0.5% sale price²

Price information

Property sales

We're sorry, we currently don't have property sales data for this listing.

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$14,100$-
2021$14,100$-
2020$14,100$-
2019$14,100$-
2018$14,100$-
2017$14,100$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Brick Mill Elementary School

Public District 1-5

1.4 mi

378 Brick Mill Rd

6

Old State Elementary School

Public District 1-5

1.5 mi

580 Tony Marchio Dr

3

Silver Lake Elementary School

Public District 1-5

2.7 mi

200 E Cochran St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $98,044. The majority of Odessa, DE residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
44%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

23%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • College FootballCollege Football
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Best BuyBest Buy
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • RamRam
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Contemporary ChristianContemporary Christian
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

Frequently asked questions

About 506 High St

This home is located at 506 High St in Odessa, DE and zip code 19730. This 2,178 square foot home, which was built in 1854, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More resources