Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, built in 2020, in the highly sought-after Hawthorne community, ideally located just 12 miles from Lewes Beach and the vibrant coastal lifestyle! This home offers not only an exceptional living space but also access to a wealth of amenities, including an award-winning clubhouse with a banquet room, exercise facilities, a full kitchen, and inviting social areas. Enjoy the community’s outdoor pool, splash area, bathhouse, sidewalks, private dog park for fido and walking paths perfect for jogging or leisurely strolls. The home’s thoughtfully designed 2-level layout is perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Built by Insight Homes, known for their quality construction and energy efficiency, this property boasts luxury vinyl plank flooring and a neutral paint palette throughout. The formal dining room is ideal for special occasions, while the cozy living room features a gas fireplace framed by windows overlooking a serene tree-lined backyard. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s delight with GE Profile appliances, including a cooktop with range hood, wall oven, Advantium convection/microwave, pantry, center island, and breakfast bar with pendant lighting. Custom blinds throughout add privacy and style. Sliding glass doors lead to a screened porch and step down to two patio areas, providing seamless indoor-outdoor living. A spacious main-level laundry room with a utility sink adds convenience to the thoughtful design. Three bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, including the primary suite with a spa-like ensuite featuring a dual sink vanity, soaking tub, and a tiled shower with a bench. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious family room at the heart of two additional bedrooms, one with its own ensuite bath, as well as a large, floored attic for extra storage. Additional features include a central vacuum system, gutter guards, an irrigation system, and an encapsulated crawlspace with a sump pump. The finished garage, which includes a 4-foot extension, features epoxy flooring, a side door for outdoor access, and an added walkway connecting the side door to the main driveway. Dedicated enclosures for trash receptacles add convenience and functionality. This property offers a harmonious blend of elegance and practicality, nestled in a vibrant community just minutes from the beaches, shops, and dining of the Delaware coast. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of coastal living!
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
18814 Melville Way, Georgetown, DE 19947
5beds
2,678sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2020
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$510,000 Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$3,013 Estimated rent
Home value
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$474,000 - $551,000
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Outdoor poolGas fireplaceSplash areaWalking pathsSerene tree-lined backyardNeutral paint palettePrivate dog park
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cheryl Skurla 302-593-1319,
Northrop Realty,
Co-Listing Team: The Allison Stine Team At Northrop Realty, A Long And Foster Company,Co-Listing Agent: Allison Stine 302-381-5565,
Northrop Realty
Bought with:
Mary Lucente
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2074712
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 19
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 455 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Double Sink, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Lighting - Pendants, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 6
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Oven, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Screens, Vinyl Clad, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,678
- Total interior livable area: 2,678 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,678
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof, Screened
- Exterior features: Lighting, Flood Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 7,841 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70.00 x 130.00
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13511.00225.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Exterior Cameras, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Hawthorne
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Community Center, Fitness Center, Game Room, Dog Park, Meeting Room, Jogging Path
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Health Club, Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $450 quarterly
Location
- Region: Georgetown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,325
- Date on market: 11/21/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2025 | Sold | $515,000$192/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2074712 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Pending sale | $515,000$192/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2074712 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2025 | Contingent | $515,000$192/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2074712 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2025 | Price change | $515,000-3.7%$192/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #DESU2074712 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $535,000+13.6%$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2074712 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2021 | Sold | $471,089+38.2%$176/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2004614 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2021 | Price change | $340,900+14.4%$127/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU172056 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2021 | Price change | $297,900+1.4%$111/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU172056 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $293,900$110/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU172056 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,170 -13.4% | $267,900 +735.9% |
| 2024 | $1,350 +0.1% | $32,050 |
| 2023 | $1,349 +1.6% | $32,050 |
| 2022 | $1,328 +5% | $32,050 |
| 2021 | $1,265 +1785.2% | $32,050 +1731.4% |
| 2020 | $67 | $1,750 |
| 2019 | $67 +5266.4% | $1,750 |
| 2018 | $1 | $1,750 |
| 2017 | $1 | $1,750 |
| 2016 | $1 | $1,750 |
| 2015 | $1 | $1,750 |
| 2014 | $1 | $1,750 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19947
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Georgetown Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 5/10Georgetown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 3/10Sussex Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Georgetown
- Middle: Georgetown
- High: Sussex Central
- District: Indian River
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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