LIFE ON THE WATER !! Words do not describe what you will find when you tour this beautiful waterfront home. Classic architecture, and superior craftsmanship, coupled with breathtaking views make this waterfront retreat a must have. This home sits on over a half-acre lot providing you with the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Perfect summer or year-round home, complete with private dock and over 200' of bulkhead that was newly installed in 2013 so bring your boat, kayak, or jet skis and let the fun begin. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms and a Den or library that can also convert into a 4th bedroom. From the moment you walk into the double front doors the home just has a classic feel. A large formal living room with a gas fireplace leads to a formal dining room for those special family gatherings and crown molding throughout. The master suite overlooks the water and provides plenty of natural light. A bright and airy family room leads to the kitchen which boasts custom cabinets, granite countertops, double oven and an under-counter ice maker for those festive occasions. Off the kitchen is a separate dining area that leads to the utility room and a screened in porch with window treatments that you will be sure to spend your lazy days overlooking the water, as well as your inground swimming pool! This home features a true 2 car garage with room for your toys, or lawn tractor. A large room off the garage is currently used as a pantry, but plenty of room for extra storage. A walk down basement for additional storage and access to HVAC, as well as a separate conditioned crawlspace. The landscape has been well cared for, featuring irrigation with its own separate well. This home is truly a retreat that you can call home ! Located only mins to the areas local restaurants, and shopping.
Under contract
Price cut: $50K (5/5)
$1,199,000
26886 Holly Oak Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966
4beds
2,648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.67 Acres Lot
$1,132,400 Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inground swimming poolGas fireplaceWaterfront homePrivate dockClassic architectureBreathtaking viewsCrown molding throughout
- 182 days |
- 116 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
JERRY (Albert) CLARK 443-257-0145,
BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC 302-245-2154
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2099860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Ice Maker, Oven, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Features, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Sound System, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,648
- Total interior livable area: 2,648 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,648
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Vinyl, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Bay
- Body of water: Indian River Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Dimensions: 200.00 x 147.00
- Features: Bulkheaded, Front Yard, No Thru Street, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23432.00110.01
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Low Pressure Pipe (LPP)
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Millsboro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $712,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,522
- Date on market: 1/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,132,400
$1.08M - $1.19M
$2,829/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/31/2026 | Contingent | $1,199,000$453/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $1,199,000-4%$453/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $1,249,000-4.6%$472/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,309,000$494/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,522 -32.6% | $356,250 +551.9% |
| 2024 | $2,260 +0.1% | $54,650 |
| 2023 | $2,257 +1.6% | $54,650 |
| 2022 | $2,221 +3.1% | $54,650 |
| 2021 | $2,154 +4.8% | $54,650 |
| 2020 | $2,056 | $54,650 |
| 2019 | $2,056 +0.4% | $54,650 |
| 2018 | $2,046 -1% | $54,650 |
| 2017 | $2,066 +12.5% | $54,650 |
| 2016 | $1,836 -3.6% | $54,650 |
| 2015 | $1,904 +1.5% | $54,650 |
| 2014 | $1,876 -1.1% | $54,650 |
| 2013 | $1,896 +3.3% | $54,650 |
| 2012 | $1,835 +0.6% | $54,650 |
| 2011 | $1,823 | $54,650 |
| 2010 | $1,823 +0.4% | $54,650 |
| 2009 | $1,816 | $54,650 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19966
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10East Millsboro Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Millsboro Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Sussex Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Indian River
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- 26886 Holly Oak Rd
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