4BR, 3.5BA Bayfront Cottage & Apt...Enjoy panoramic views of Delaware Bay. Located on the sandy shores of South Slaughter Beach, this light filled open floor plan cottage is thoughtfully designed w/9ft ceilings, gourmet kitchen w/6 burner cooktop, walk-in pantry, laundry room & 2 zone HVAC. Owner's BR w/ensuite bath has oversized tile shower & double sink vanity. Office & Den offer away space. Conveniently park under the home & use inside stairs. The Power Lift enables handicap access & convenience when bringing items to the main floor. 1BR, 1BA Garage Apt - a great space for guests or a rental w/lots of storage. This is the Beach you have dreamed of... walk your dog while listening to the waves, watch migrating birds, kayak, sail, fish, crab & have a bonfire while stargazing...Slaughter Beach has basket ball, tennis & pickle ball courts, boat ramps, docks & storage, the DuPont Nature Center, kids playground, public restroom, pavilion & fire department. Nearby historic Milton & Milford offers farmers markets, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery, theaters, art galleries, breweries, live music, Bay Health Hospital & more. Live the dream....Great Investment/rental ... 30 min. or less to Lewes & Rehoboth Beaches & outlets. Room for a pool if desired. Offered for less than replacement cost.
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
285 Bay Ave, Milford, DE 19963
4beds
2,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
0.41 Acres Lot
$1,267,600 Zestimate®
$431/sqft
$3,267 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,267,600
$1.17M - $1.37M
$3,267/mo
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Basket ballPickle ball courtsLive musicBoat rampsFarmers marketsPublic restroom
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Listed by:
LUCIUS WEBB 302-258-4590,
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
Bought with:
LUCIUS WEBB, RS-0017469
Jack Lingo - Rehoboth
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2047880
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: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Great Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Efficiency (Additional), Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Double Oven, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Six Burner Stove, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Has Laundry, Lower Level, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Tile/Brick, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Insulated, ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
- Windows: Double Hung, Insulated Windows, Sliding, Transom, Window Treatments
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,900
- Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,900
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Under Home Parking, Private, Crushed Stone, Driveway, Attached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Hallway(s), Doors - Swing In, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Trees/Woods, Scenic Vista, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Sandy Beach, Bayfront, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Public Access, Beach Access, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard, Bay
- Body of water: Delaware Bay
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 75,Water Frontage Ft: 76
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 75.00 x 252.00
- Features: Rear Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Adjoins - Public Land, Adjoins - Open Space
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 23001.00170.01
- Zoning: TN
- Zoning description: Town Code
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pilings
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2019
- Major remodel year: 2019
Details
- Builder name: Brendon T. Warfel Construction
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V
- Sewer: Mound System, Low Pressure Pipe (LPP)
- Water: Private/Community Water
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Propane, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Slaughter Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $431/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $807,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,441
- Date on market: 9/13/2023
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Tagged Landscaping To Be Replaced, Chest Freezer, Personal Property, Personalized Sign On House & Cottage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/21/2023 | Sold | $1,250,000-3.8%$431/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2047880 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2023 | Pending sale | $1,299,997$448/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2047880 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2023 | Contingent | $1,299,997$448/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2047880 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2023 | Price change | $1,299,997-3.5%$448/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2047880 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,347,500-2.4%$465/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2047880 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2023 | Listing removed | $1,380,000$476/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2045434 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2023 | Price change | $1,380,000-1.4%$476/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2045434 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000+330.8%$483/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2045434 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2018 | Sold | $325,000$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,477 +111.6% | $403,750 +1747.8% |
| 2024 | $1,170 -3.7% | $21,850 |
| 2023 | $1,215 +1.5% | $21,850 |
| 2022 | $1,197 +0.5% | $21,850 +1.6% |
| 2021 | $1,191 -0.3% | $21,500 |
| 2020 | $1,195 | $21,500 +258.3% |
| 2019 | $1,195 -0.8% | $6,000 |
| 2018 | $1,204 +256.6% | $6,000 |
| 2017 | $338 -8.8% | $6,000 |
| 2016 | $370 +42.2% | $6,000 |
| 2015 | $261 +3.5% | $6,000 |
| 2014 | $252 -2.2% | $6,000 |
| 2013 | $258 +3.2% | $6,000 |
| 2012 | $249 -5.7% | $6,000 |
| 2011 | $265 | $6,000 |
| 2010 | $265 +4.4% | $6,000 |
| 2009 | $253 | $6,000 |
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Neighborhood: 19963
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 6.4 mi
- 3/10Milford Central AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 7 mi
- 5/10Milford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Milford
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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