Waterfront Estate - Custom home, 2.87 acres, private pier on the Nanticoke River leading out to the Chesapeake Bay. Masterfully-designed to maximize waterviews from most every room, and built with exceptional craftsmanship on a double-lot in prestigious Holly Shores - a sought-after, established community of gorgeous homes, rich with nature - from bald eagles to herons and egrets. This 4BR/3.5BA home offers 3,591 sf above-grade living space, in addition to 784 sf finished walk-out basement living space and 522 sf of storage/workshop space. Flexible floorplan offers plenty of room to entertain or relax. Welcoming 2-story foyer features a lovely staircase. Roomy kitchen with a darling breakfast nook. Formal dining room, perfect for celebrations, boasts a tray ceiling and chair-rail molding. Gather in the living room around the wood-burning fireplace w/convenient electric insert - or the family room w/wood-burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Library / office offers another flex space - with views of the front and rear yards. Convenient 1st floor bedroom and full bathroom. Half bath. Laundry room heads out to the attached 3-car garage. Upstairs, a true owner's retreat - spacious bedroom with private balcony, luxuriate in the full, en-suite bath - jetted tub, stall shower - stackable washer/dryer included. 2 additional bedrooms, a 3rd full bath, and a nice loft area open to the foyer complete the 2nd floor. Walk-out basement with finished recreational spaces, workshop, and storage spaces. Enjoy crisp Autumn mornings on the screened porch or deck. Community pier and boat ramp. Spend the day on the glorious Nanticoke River and out to the Chesapeake Bay. Low HOA of only $300/year. Minutes to unique dining, shopping, and events in Downtown Seaford - or a quick trip to the beloved Delaware Beaches for a rich and varied entertainment, world-class restaurants, boardwalks, State Parks, and more! Life in Sussex County is good - from the Beaches to the Bays and Beyond! Sizes approximate - per recent appraisal, taxes approximate. NOTE - Not pictured - Basement and closet interiors.
Sold for $1,025,000
$1,025,000
1 Tidewater Dr, Seaford, DE 19973
4beds
4,376sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
2.87 Acres Lot
$1,017,100 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$3,394 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,017,100
$936,000 - $1.11M
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Jetted tubPrivate balconyWood-burning fireplaceExceptional craftsmanshipFormal dining roomVaulted ceilingDarling breakfast nook
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Listed by:
Brandon Brittingham 443-783-3928,
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with:
RANDY HILL, RS-0017062
The Real Estate Market
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2070954
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Laundry, Loft, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Workshop, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Balcony Access
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Chair Rail
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Library
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Loft
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Workshop
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Zoned, Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Main Level, Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Has Laundry, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Chair Railings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Palladian, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Improved,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Wood Burning, Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,898
- Total interior livable area: 4,376 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,591
- Finished area below ground: 785
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Circular Driveway, Asphalt, Free, Driveway, Private, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 10
- Details: Garage Sqft: 792
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Brick, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Water, Trees/Woods, Garden, Panoramic, Scenic Vista
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Boat/Launch Ramp - Public, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access, River
- Body of water: Nanticoke River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 400
Lot
- Size: 2.87 Acres
- Features: Fishing Available, Front Yard, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Year Round Access, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13206.00319.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Details
- Builder model: custom home
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Cable
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Holly Shores
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Pier/Dock
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $300 annually
Location
- Region: Seaford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $582,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,474
- Date on market: 11/15/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $1,025,000-6.8%$234/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2070954 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2070954 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,100,000$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2070954 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$251/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2070954 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,060 -30.7% | $291,150 +319.2% |
| 2024 | $2,974 +0.1% | $69,450 |
| 2023 | $2,971 +3% | $69,450 |
| 2022 | $2,884 -3.8% | $69,450 |
| 2021 | $2,998 -8.7% | $69,450 |
| 2020 | $3,283 | $69,450 |
| 2019 | $3,283 +16.2% | $69,450 |
| 2018 | $2,825 +2.9% | $69,450 |
| 2017 | $2,744 -4.6% | $69,450 |
| 2016 | $2,876 +0.2% | $69,450 |
| 2015 | $2,871 +5.5% | $69,450 |
| 2014 | $2,721 -3.6% | $69,450 |
| 2013 | $2,823 +1.3% | $69,450 |
| 2012 | $2,786 +0.1% | $69,450 |
| 2011 | $2,782 | $69,450 |
| 2010 | $2,782 +1.5% | $69,450 |
| 2009 | $2,741 | $69,450 |
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Neighborhood: 19973
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABlades Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Seaford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 1/10Seaford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Frederick Douglass
- Middle: Seaford
- High: Seaford
- District: Seaford
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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