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56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 — Sold $500,000 by Stephen Mervine
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938
Another pre-probate listing closed by Stephen Mervine in Kent County, DE. Good work.
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938
Final sold price
SOLD$500,000
What sold at 56 Shady Creek Ln, and for how much?
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 sold for $500,000 on May 8, 2026. The listing was handled by Stephen Mervine of RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin. The property is a residential, 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,200 sq ft, built in 2012. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Kent County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $500,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 4 bed · 3 bath |
| Building area | 2,200 sq ft |
| Year built | 2012 |
| County | Kent County, DE |
| Listing agent | Stephen Mervine, RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin |
| APN | 3-04-027.02-01-04.00-000 |
| MLS # | DEKT2044286 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Kent County, Delaware from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton DE 19938
Property profile
- Address
- 56 Shady Creek Ln
- City / state / ZIP
- Clayton, DE, 19938
- County
- Kent County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 4 bed · 3 bath
- Year built
- 2012
- APN
- 3-04-027.02-01-04.00-000
Mailing address
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 11/17/2025
- Assessed value
- $427,500
- MLS #
- DEKT2044286
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$227Calculated from a 2,200 sq ft building and $500,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value117%Sold price was 117% of the $427,500 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale172Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio20%Building footprint covers about 20% of the 10,890 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Stephen Mervine of RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin guided the listing at 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton DE 19938 in Clayton, Diallo Real Estate represented the buyer, and Diallo Real Estate closed the deal. That turned a pre-probate filing into a finished transaction. The home closed at $500,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Stephen Mervine, RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
- Diallo Real Estate
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 sell for?
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 sold for $500,000 on 05/08/2026.
When did 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 sell?
The transfer of 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 was recorded on in Kent County, DE.
Who sold 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938?
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 was listed by Stephen Mervine, RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin.
Who represented the buyer of 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938?
The buyer of 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 was represented by Diallo Real Estate.
What kind of property is 56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938?
56 Shady Creek Ln, Clayton, DE 19938 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 4 bed · 3 bath. It was built in 2012.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Clayton?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Kent County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by DE and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Kent County, Delaware from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Want to verify this sale yourself? The Kent County, Delaware recorder holds the original deed, and the references below explain the pre-probate process behind it. All of them apply in every state.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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