Cool! Cool! Cool! Step back in time with this charming vintage Delaware Bay cottage nestled in the quiet, secluded community of South Bowers Beach. This two-story retreat is full of nostalgic character, featuring a main level with kitchen, dining, and living areas designed for simple coastal living. The enclosed front porch offers scenic views of the Delaware Bay, along with nearby fisheries, local eateries, and charter boats. Outdoor enthusiasts will love kayaking along the Murderkill River, surrounded by peaceful marshland and abundant wildlife. Step right out your front door to the dock and head out for crabbing, fishing, or hunting adventures. This property presents a fantastic opportunity for renovation and investment, with strong potential as a seasonal getaway or year-round retreat. A small garage provides additional storage, and the location is ideal—just a short scenic drive to Milford for shopping, dining, downtown events, and local pubs. For a fun outing, paddle across the river to JP’s Wharf or Bayview for waterfront dining and live music. South Bowers Beach is a quaint coastal community east of Route 1, where farmland and natural beauty remain preserved. This diamond in the rough is brimming with possibilities and could truly become a home for all seasons. Property is being sold as-is. Exterior photos have been enhanced by AI to show a sunny day.
Pending
Price cut: $100K (6/15)
$299,900
4398 S Bowers Rd, Milford, DE 19963
3beds
1,250sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,786/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,140 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-story retreat
- 142 days |
- 737 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Watson 302-542-8422,
The Watson Realty Group, LLC (302) 422-4400,
Co-Listing Agent: Jamie Watson 302-258-6825,
The Watson Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2045542
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Paneled Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,250
- Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Private, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Boat Storage, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Canal, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Canal, River
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 37
Lot
- Size: 5,140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37.00 x 114.00
- Features: Open Lot, Bulkheaded, Flood Plain, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: MD0011517011100000
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Bowers
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $287,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,040
- Date on market: 3/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Appliances As Is.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,910/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Pending sale | $299,900$240/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2045542 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $299,900-25%$240/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2045542 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900-14.9%$320/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2045542 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $470,000$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2037124 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $470,000-6%$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2037124 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000$400/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2037124 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,040 -4.2% | $288,000 |
| 2024 | $1,085 +222% | $288,000 +1820% |
| 2023 | $337 +2.3% | $15,000 |
| 2022 | $329 -1.7% | $15,000 |
| 2021 | $335 -0.8% | $15,000 |
| 2020 | $338 -0.5% | $15,000 |
| 2019 | $339 -0.3% | $15,000 |
| 2018 | $341 | $15,000 |
| 2017 | $341 -6.7% | $15,000 |
| 2016 | $365 +36.6% | $15,000 |
| 2015 | $267 +2.1% | $15,000 |
| 2014 | $262 | $15,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $15,000 +0.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $14,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,900 -2.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2000 | $205 | $15,300 |
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Neighborhood: 19963
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 9.6 mi
- 3/10Milford Central AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.9 mi
- 5/10Milford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9 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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