Welcome to your bay front oasis at 196 North Bayshore Drive, Frederica, DE! This charming 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers a year-round residence or a summer getaway. Step inside to find an open floor plan highlighted by cathedral ceilings, making the space airy and inviting. The open kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the sun-drenched sunrooms with plenty of windows and bamboo floors, creating a serene and light-filled environment. Hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding warmth and elegance. The master bedroom boasts its own full bathroom, adding a touch of convenience. A large wrap-around deck offers breathtaking views of the Delaware Bay, where you can watch the sunrise over the bay and the sunset over the marsh. You'll find plenty of room for relaxation and recreation, from the nearby waterfront restaurant and bar to the public boat ramp. It's a private and quiet spot, ideal for boating or kayaking enthusiasts. Relax on the beach overlooking the Bay. Keep an eye out for the public water supply, which will be available soon. Don't miss out on this beautiful bay front home—it's the perfect peaceful retreat!
Sold for $650,000
$650,000
196 N Bayshore Dr, Frederica, DE 19946
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.4 Acres Lot
$669,800 Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$2,013 Estimated rent
Home value
$669,800
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Cathedral ceilingsHardwood floorsSun-drenched sunroomsDining areaBamboo floorsOpen kitchenBeach overlooking the bay
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Listed by:
Andrew White 302-893-7602,
Compass
Bought with:
Luke Thompson, RS-0036397
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2036526
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 360.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: SM0111513010602000
- Zoning: NA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bowers Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Frederica
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $487,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,748
- Date on market: 4/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | Sold | $650,000-1.5%$484/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2036526 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Pending sale | $659,900$491/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Price change | $659,900-4.3%$491/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $689,900+86.5%$513/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2036526 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2016 | Sold | $370,000-1.3%$275/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2016 | Price change | $374,900-2.6%$279/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Horizons Inc #6788938 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2016 | Price change | $384,900-3.7%$286/sqft |
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| 6/13/2016 | Price change | $399,8500%$298/sqft |
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| 5/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $399,900+21.2%$298/sqft |
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| 5/6/2011 | Sold | $330,000$246/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,771 -0.4% | $487,400 |
| 2024 | $1,778 +114.2% | $487,400 +1333.5% |
| 2023 | $830 +11.5% | $34,000 |
| 2022 | $745 +5.6% | $34,000 |
| 2021 | $705 -2.1% | $34,000 |
| 2020 | $720 -0.1% | $34,000 |
| 2019 | $721 +12.1% | $34,000 +11.1% |
| 2018 | $643 | $30,600 |
| 2017 | $643 +2.4% | $30,600 |
| 2016 | $629 +1.6% | $30,600 |
| 2015 | $619 +1.4% | $30,600 |
| 2014 | $610 | $30,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $30,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $30,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $30,600 +0.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2000 | $410 | $30,500 |
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Neighborhood: 19946
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lake Forest East Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 5.6 mi
- 4/10Chipman (W.T.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.6 mi
- 5/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lake Forest
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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