Live an enchanting waterfront lifestyle along the tranquil shores of Hearns Pond. Welcome to 8255 Hearns Pond Road, a beautifully designed contemporary ranch where nature becomes part of your everyday living experience. From the moment you arrive, the tone is set for relaxed coastal living. Enter through the side vestibule, adjoined with a charming screened porch, and step into a light-filled great room crowned by a soaring cathedral ceiling. Here, expansive windows frame panoramic views of the pond, creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort and the natural beauty beyond. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is both functional and inspiring. Featuring a spacious center island, and spacious prep-island with breakfast bar, built-in elements, and generous granite prep surfaces, it’s perfectly equipped for everything from casual mornings to entertaining. A six-burner Viking range with a professional hood elevates the space, making it a true culinary centerpiece. Gather in the sunlit breakfast area, host memorable dinners in the elegant dining room with hardwood floors and built-in corner cabinetry, or step outside to the expansive deck, an ideal setting for alfresco dining, sunset views, and peaceful moments overlooking the water. The primary suite offers a private retreat with two closets, a well-appointed ensuite bath complete with soaking tub and separate shower, and direct access to the deck, perfect for starting your day with coffee and serene pond views. Two additional guest bedrooms, a hall bath, a formal living room with fireplace, and a bright, welcoming sun porch provide comfort and flexibility for family and visitors alike. For those who create, build, or dream, the detached studio is a standout feature, flooded with natural light from skylights above and offering ample space for hobbies, art, or a private workspace. Additional highlights include a walk-up attic ready for future possibilities, a basement level ideal for storage or workshop use, and a detached two-car garage for even more functionality. Complete with a private dock on Hearns Pond, this property invites you to fully embrace waterfront living, whether it’s morning reflections on the water, afternoons spent outdoors, or evenings under painted skies. Schedule your private tour and experience the beauty, peace, and possibility that await at 8255 Hearns Pond Road.
Under contract
$550,000
8255 Hearns Pond Rd, Seaford, DE 19973
3beds
2,410sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Light-filled great roomSoaring cathedral ceilingSunlit breakfast areaTwo additional guest bedroomsBuilt-in elementsHall bathDetached two-car garage
- 57 days |
- 75 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
TONI SCHROCK 302-841-9296,
Northrop Realty (302) 947-9100,
Listing Team: The Schrockstars Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2110028
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 520 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 26
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 22
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 18
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 22
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Dispenser, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Attic, Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Wall, High Ceilings, Wood Ceilings
- Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Sliding, Transom, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,410
- Total interior livable area: 2,410 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,410
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Other, Asphalt, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Roof, Screened, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Garden, Panoramic, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream,Pond
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 33103.00116.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Frame, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Metal,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Seaford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,400
- Annual tax amount: $981
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Contingent | $550,000$228/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2110028 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+66.7%$228/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2110028 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2005 | Sold | $330,000$137/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $551 -36.2% | $138,700 +409% |
| 2024 | $863 +0.1% | $27,250 |
| 2023 | $862 +4.1% | $27,250 |
| 2022 | $828 -11.3% | $27,250 |
| 2021 | $933 -10.7% | $27,250 |
| 2020 | $1,045 | $27,250 |
| 2019 | $1,045 +20.8% | $27,250 |
| 2018 | $865 +3.8% | $27,250 |
| 2017 | $834 +24.3% | $27,250 |
| 2016 | $671 +0.3% | $27,250 |
| 2015 | $669 +5.9% | $27,250 |
| 2014 | $632 -2.8% | $27,250 |
| 2013 | $650 -40.5% | $27,250 |
| 2012 | $1,093 0% | $27,250 |
| 2011 | $1,093 | $27,250 |
| 2010 | $1,093 +1.5% | $27,250 |
| 2009 | $1,077 | $27,250 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19973
Nearby schools
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- 8/10Seaford Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK,3-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 3/10Seaford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 1/10Seaford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Seaford
- Middle: Seaford
- High: Seaford
- District: Seaford
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