Like new and beautifully appointed, this 3-year-young Schell Brothers Montauk model is nestled on a premier wooded homesite in Cardinal Grove, an intimate community of just 98 residences. Offering privacy, abundant natural light and an impressive array of upgrades, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home also features a spacious finished loft—perfect for a home office, den, guest space or additional living area. An abundance of windows across the rear of the home brings the beauty of the wooded setting and tons of natural sunlight indoors. The thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan places the guest bedrooms at the front of the home while the private primary suite is tucked away at the rear. The inviting living area features a natural gas fireplace, while upgraded flooring, countertops and plantation shutters add style and sophistication throughout. Enjoy year-round outdoor living from the screened porch overlooking the private backyard, complete with fencing, irrigation, a well, and a paver patio with built-in fire pit—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A spacious 2-car garage provides ample room for vehicles and storage, while the large walk-in attic offers exceptional storage and the exciting potential to be finished for additional living space. Cardinal Grove amenities include a community pool, community center and walking paths, with lawn care included in the low $225/month HOA fee. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Lewes and Rehoboth Beach, with an abundance of shopping, dining and entertainment nearby. This exceptional home combines privacy, thoughtful design, upgrades and an easy coastal lifestyle—truly a must see!
Under contract
$645,000
19405 Safflower Way, Lewes, DE 19958
3beds
2,188sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2024
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$638,300 Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$274/mo HOA
What's special
Wooded settingSpacious finished loftAbundant natural lightNatural gas fireplacePlantation shuttersLarge walk-in atticUpgraded flooring
- 20 days
- 894
- 43
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lee Ann Wilkinson 302-645-6664,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661,
Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2120134
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Storage Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Double Sink
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Loft
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Storage room
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,188
- Total interior livable area: 2,188 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,188
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch, Patio, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Garden
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23402.00247.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2024
Details
- Builder model: Montauk
- Builder name: Schell Brothers
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cardinal Grove
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Spa/Hot Tub, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground, Picnic Area, Jogging Path
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Pool(s), Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $274 monthly
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $295/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $486,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,024
- Date on market: 9/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$638,300
$606,000 - $670,000
$3,024/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Contingent | $645,000$295/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2120134 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $645,0000%$295/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2120134 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2024 | Sold | $645,207+21.8%$295/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2046322 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2023 | Pending sale | $529,900$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2046322 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,028 -36.8% | $243,400 +637.6% |
| 2024 | $1,627 +560.6% | $33,000 +560% |
| 2023 | $246 | $5,000 |
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Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
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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