Become the ENVY of all your family and friends! Enjoy the ease of single-level living with a blank canvas ready for your imagination. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this waterfront gem offers a rare opportunity to create the coastal getaway you’ve always envisioned. Renovations are already underway, giving you a head start to finish the home in your own personal style. With the potential for up to three bedrooms, the flexible layout can easily be customized to fit your needs. A one-car garage adds everyday convenience, while the true highlight is the expansive wooden deck leading to a private dock with a charming covered porch—perfect for fishing, boating, crabbing, or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful water views. Paddle your kayak across the river to JP’s Wharf or the popular Bayview Inn for great food and live music. Enjoy seasonal small-town celebrations in North Bowers and the welcoming local community. Ideally located with great investment potential, this property is just minutes from DE Turf Sports Complex and a short drive to Milford for shopping, dining, pubs, and farmers markets. Conveniently situated for easy trips to Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Ocean City. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek modern retreat or a cozy beach bungalow, this property is filled with possibilities. Create your own slice of paradise in one of Delaware’s hidden coastal communities. Property is being sold as-is. Exterior photos have been enhanced by Chatgpt to show a sunny day.
For sale
Price cut: $125.1K (6/15)
$499,900
4404 S Bowers Rd, Milford, DE 19963
2beds
1,704sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
5,140 Square Feet Lot
$484,700 Zestimate®
$293/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Waterfront gemSingle-level livingExpansive wooden deckPeaceful water viewsOne-car garage
- 91 days |
- 859 |
- 13 |
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#: DEKT2045546
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,704
- Total interior livable area: 1,704 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,704
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Private, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,River,Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Canal, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, River
- Body of water: Murderkill River
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 37,Water Frontage Ft: 37
Lot
- Size: 5,140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37.00 x 114.00
- Features: Open Lot, Bulkheaded, Cleared, Flood Plain, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: MD0011517011000000
- Zoning: RS1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- 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: $293/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $317,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,113
- 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
$484,700
$460,000 - $509,000
$1,698/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $499,900-20%$293/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2045546 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000-3.8%$367/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $650,000$381/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2037122 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $650,000-7.1%$381/sqft |
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| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000$411/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,113 -4.2% | $308,200 |
| 2024 | $1,161 +22.8% | $308,200 +632.1% |
| 2023 | $946 +2.3% | $42,100 |
| 2022 | $924 -1.7% | $42,100 |
| 2021 | $941 -0.8% | $42,100 |
| 2020 | $948 -0.5% | $42,100 |
| 2019 | $953 -0.3% | $42,100 |
| 2018 | $956 +62.1% | $42,100 |
| 2017 | $590 -5.3% | $42,100 |
| 2016 | $623 +28.6% | $42,100 |
| 2015 | $484 +1.8% | $42,100 |
| 2014 | $476 | $42,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $42,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $42,100 +0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $42,000 -1.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $42,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $42,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $42,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $42,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $42,500 |
| 2000 | $364 | $42,500 |
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Climate risks
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
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