Step back in time without giving up a single modern convenience in this beautifully renovated circa-1900 single-family home, perfectly situated in the heart of thriving Milton, Delaware. If you’ve been searching for a home that blends the charm of yesteryear with today’s updates—and allows you to walk to everything—your search ends here. Grocery stores, doctors, schools, The iconic Milton Theatre, and the Dogfish Head Brewery as well as restaurants, grocery stores, doctors and schools are all just steps away. Enjoy being close to the beaches while living outside the coastal traffic, offering the best of both worlds. This thoughtfully updated home has been completely renovated from top to bottom, delivering modern comfort while preserving its classic character. New Pella windows, Planation shutters throughout and all new appliances are only a few of the upgrades and updates this home has received. The gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring sleek quartz countertops and an impressive 12-foot island with breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining and everyday living. A spacious dining room easily accommodates gatherings large and small. Relax and unwind on the expansive screened-in porch, ideal for morning coffee or evening conversations. Outside, the fenced rear yard provides privacy and space to enjoy outdoor living, while the detached one-car garage with electric adds convenience and extra storage. This is a rare opportunity to own an affordable, move-in-ready home near the beach, already updated so you can simply unpack and enjoy the Milton lifestyle. Charm, walkability, location, and modern upgrades—this home truly offers it all.
Sold for $498,000
$498,000
503 Mulberry St, Milton, DE 19968
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$497,900 Zestimate®
$346/sqft
$2,011 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,900
$473,000 - $523,000
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All new appliancesSpacious dining roomSleek quartz countertopsNew pella windowsGourmet kitchenExpansive screened-in porch
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Mathena 302-236-6232,
The Lisa Mathena Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Mark Robinson, RS-0020942
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2103222
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Screened porch
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 20
Utility room
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,440
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,841 sqft
- Dimensions: 70.00 x 116.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23514.19187.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Milton
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $498,000$346/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2103222 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2026 | Contingent | $498,000$346/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $498,000$346/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Listing removed | $498,000$346/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2089338 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2025 | Price change | $498,000-0.4%$346/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Price change | $500,000-1.8%$347/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $509,000-1.9%$353/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Price change | $519,000-3.7%$360/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $539,000+54%$374/sqft |
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| 10/31/2022 | Sold | $350,000-2.5%$243/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2028034 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2022 | Pending sale | $359,000$249/sqft |
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| 9/13/2022 | Contingent | $359,000$249/sqft |
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| 9/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $359,000$249/sqft |
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| 2/28/2019 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 1/24/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $726 +39.6% | $171,800 +1528.4% |
| 2024 | $520 +0.1% | $10,550 |
| 2023 | $520 +3.6% | $10,550 |
| 2022 | $501 +0.9% | $10,550 |
| 2021 | $497 +0.3% | $10,550 |
| 2020 | $495 | $10,550 |
| 2019 | $495 -0.1% | $10,550 |
| 2018 | $496 +7.1% | $10,550 |
| 2017 | $463 +9.9% | $10,550 |
| 2016 | $421 +4.7% | $10,550 |
| 2015 | $403 +0.7% | $10,550 |
| 2014 | $400 +2.9% | $10,550 |
| 2013 | $388 +0.4% | $10,550 |
| 2012 | $387 +10% | $10,550 |
| 2011 | $352 | $10,550 |
| 2010 | $352 -2.9% | $10,550 |
| 2009 | $362 | $10,550 |
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Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19968
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10H. O. Brittingham Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Mariner Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Cape Henlopen
- District: Cape Henlopen
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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