Take advantage of a $10,000 Seller incentive with an acceptable offer! Welcome to Turtle Walk Cottage, located in the peaceful coastal community of Slaughter Beach. This charming coastal contemporary home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, style, and modern living. Built in 2020, this detached home features a thoughtfully designed layout with 1,224 square feet of living space, perfect for relaxing weekends at the beach or year-round living. Inside, luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home, creating a warm and cohesive feel. The spacious living area offers plenty of room for gathering with family and friends, while the well-appointed kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. With three comfortable bedrooms and two full bathrooms, the home provides space for both relaxation and functionality. Situated on a generous 0.39-acre lot backing to trees, the outdoor setting offers a peaceful sense of privacy and a connection to nature. Enjoy morning coffee on the patio, evenings spent grilling outdoors, or simply unwinding in the tranquil backyard setting. The crushed stone driveway provides parking for up to four vehicles, offering added convenience for homeowners and guests alike. Whether you are looking for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity near the Delaware coast, this home offers the chance to enjoy the laid-back lifestyle and natural beauty that make Slaughter Beach so special. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this coastal retreat your own.
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$659,000
396 Bay Ave, Milford, DE 19963
3beds
1,224sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2020
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$538/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming coastal contemporary homeTranquil backyard settingThoughtfully designed layoutThree comfortable bedrooms
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Listed by:
Julie Gritton 302-645-1111,
Coldwell Banker Premier - Lewes 3026452881,
Co-Listing Agent: Jason J Farulla 302-316-1876,
Coldwell Banker Premier - Lewes
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2112086
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,224
- Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 343.00
- Features: Backs to Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23001.00106.03
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding, CPVC/PVC
- Foundation: Pilings
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private/Community Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Slaughter Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $15,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,737
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2022 | Listing removed | $599,000$489/sqft |
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| 10/7/2022 | Price change | $599,000-7.7%$489/sqft |
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| 7/19/2022 | Price change | $649,000-3%$530/sqft |
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| 6/3/2022 | Price change | $669,000-3.7%$547/sqft |
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| 5/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $695,000+929.6%$568/sqft |
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| 1/3/2019 | Sold | $67,500$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,737 +116.2% | $283,150 +1787.7% |
| 2024 | $803 -3.7% | $15,000 |
| 2023 | $834 +1.5% | $15,000 |
| 2022 | $821 -1.1% | $15,000 |
| 2021 | $831 +1394.8% | $15,000 +1400% |
| 2020 | $56 | $1,000 |
| 2019 | $56 -1.3% | $1,000 |
| 2018 | $56 | $1,000 |
| 2017 | $56 -8.8% | $1,000 |
| 2016 | $62 +42.2% | $1,000 |
| 2015 | $43 +3.5% | $1,000 |
| 2014 | $42 -2.2% | $1,000 |
| 2013 | $43 +3.2% | $1,000 |
| 2012 | $42 -11.8% | $1,000 |
| 2011 | $47 | $1,000 |
| 2010 | $47 +4.2% | $1,000 |
| 2009 | $45 | $1,000 |
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Neighborhood: 19963
Nearby schools
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.






