Welcome to 399 Bay Ave in Slaughter Beach, a rare opportunity to own a 3-bedroom, 2-bath bayfront coastal retreat with proven income potential. Perfectly positioned along the Delaware Bay, this home offers unobstructed water views and breathtaking sunrises just steps from your door. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, this property presents a compelling opportunity for both investors and lifestyle buyers. Whether you’re seeking immediate rental income or a personal coastal escape, this home delivers flexibility, performance, and experience. Offered fully furnished and truly turnkey, this property includes all furniture, appliances, décor, and household items—allowing for immediate enjoyment or seamless continuation as a short-term rental. Inside, the home features a bright, open layout designed to maximize natural light and coastal views. A sun-drenched, multi-functional living space serves as the heart of the home, seamlessly blending lounge, dining, and entertaining areas—ideal for gathering with family and guests. Thoughtful updates and coastal finishes enhance both comfort and style. Outdoor living is equally inviting, offering space to relax, dine, and take in the peaceful waterfront setting. Located in a quiet, low-density coastal community known for its natural beauty and protected wildlife, Slaughter Beach offers a rare sense of tranquility—while remaining just a short drive to the shops, dining, and beaches of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.
Sold for $850,000
$850,000
399 Bay Ave, Milford, DE 19963
3beds
1,427sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
8,603 Square Feet Lot
$849,900 Zestimate®
$596/sqft
$2,100 Estimated rent
Home value
$849,900
$807,000 - $892,000
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Sun-drenched multi-functional living spaceUnobstructed water views
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Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108818
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Mud room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Mud Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Paneled Walls, Wood Walls, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Vinyl Clad
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,427
- Total interior livable area: 1,427 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,427
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Storage, Covered, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Crushed Stone, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Flood Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: None, Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 8,603 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 171 x 50 x 173
- Features: Rear Yard, Front Yard, Cleared, Level, Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23001.00116.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On Site Septic, Septic Exists
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras
- Subdivision: Slaughter Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $596/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $522,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,601
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,Private Financing Available,State GI Loan,USDA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Sold | $850,000-4.4%$596/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2108818 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Pending sale | $889,000$623/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108818 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $889,000+12.5%$623/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108818 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2024 | Sold | $790,000-4.1%$554/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2051442 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Contingent | $824,000$577/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2051442 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2024 | Price change | $824,000-2.9%$577/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2051442 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $849,000+67.5%$595/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2051442 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2021 | Sold | $507,000+1.6%$355/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2007698 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2021 | Contingent | $499,000$350/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2007698 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $499,000$350/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2007698 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2019 | Listing removed | $1,850$1/sqft |
Source: TurboTenant Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,850$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,601 +247.6% | $261,050 +2935.5% |
| 2024 | $461 -3.7% | $8,600 |
| 2023 | $478 +1.5% | $8,600 |
| 2022 | $471 -1.1% | $8,600 |
| 2021 | $476 -0.3% | $8,600 |
| 2020 | $478 | $8,600 |
| 2019 | $478 -0.8% | $8,600 |
| 2018 | $482 -1.7% | $8,600 |
| 2017 | $490 -7.7% | $8,600 |
| 2016 | $531 +42.2% | $8,600 |
| 2015 | $373 +3.5% | $8,600 |
| 2014 | $361 -2.2% | $8,600 |
| 2013 | $369 +3.2% | $8,600 |
| 2012 | $358 -5.7% | $8,600 |
| 2011 | $379 | $8,600 |
| 2010 | $379 +4.4% | $8,600 |
| 2009 | $363 | $8,600 |
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Neighborhood: 19963
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 6 mi
- 3/10Milford Central AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 5/10Milford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.5 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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