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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,550 sqft
Price per Sqft $483
Subdivision Slaughter Beach
MLS Listing ID DESU2113126
Style Coastal
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,550
Year Built 2000
Lot Size 5,663 Sqft
Acres 0.13
Lot Dimensions 50.00 x 116.00
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Inside, the home combines coastal charm with thoughtful updates and modern comfort. The refreshed kitchen features new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless steel appliances, while refinished hardwood floors add warmth and timeless appeal throughout the living spaces. Vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and 20 new energy efficient high end expansive windows create an inviting atmosphere that showcases the stunning waterfront scenery.
Offering three bedrooms with additional space suitable for a fourth bedroom, the home provides flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Individual mini-split heat pumps in every room, controlled by smart thermostats, deliver efficient year-round comfort, while a cozy gas fireplace creates the perfect gathering space on cooler evenings.
Built for both style and durability, the property features a long-lasting metal roof and newly installed low-maintenance composite decking—ideal for entertaining, enjoying morning coffee, or relaxing beneath the stars. Covered parking beneath the home accommodates up to three vehicles, with additional space for guests, boats, or trailers.
Life at Slaughter Beach means living in harmony with nature. Watch horseshoe crabs come ashore, observe migratory birds along the Atlantic Flyway, and enjoy the calming rhythm of the Delaware Bay. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this property offers a truly unique coastal lifestyle.
Nature enthusiasts will appreciate being just moments from the DuPont Nature Center, featuring educational exhibits and observation decks overlooking the Mispillion Harbor and Delaware Bay. The nearby Slaughter Beach Boardwalk winds through protected marshes and wetlands, providing exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Additional outdoor recreation awaits at the Milford Neck Wildlife Area and Abbott's Mill Nature Center.
Residents also enjoy convenient access to community amenities, including a public pavilion, playground, basketball and tennis courts, and ample public parking. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Cedar Creek Marina, indoor boat storage options, marine services, and easy access to the Delaware Bay via the Mispillion Inlet. A modern public boat ramp is located just minutes away.
The historic town of Milford is a short drive from your doorstep, offering charming boutiques, local restaurants, art galleries, community events, and a vibrant riverfront district. Enjoy attractions such as the Riverwalk, Goat Island, the Riverwalk Freedom Festival, and the popular Ladybug Music Festival. Bayhealth's campus and a newly renovated golf course are also conveniently nearby.
Surrounded by protected wetlands, the tranquil waters of the Delaware Bay, and miles of untouched natural beauty, this unique coastal setting offers a rare escape from the pace of everyday life. Here, development is limited, nature takes center stage, and the landscape remains much as it has for generations.
Wake each morning to the sounds of shorebirds and gentle bay breezes. Spend your days watching wildlife thrive in its natural habitat—from migratory birds soaring overhead to horseshoe crabs gathering along the shoreline. Vast marshes, open skies, and endless water views create a sense of peace that is increasingly hard to find.
This is a place where life slows down, where sunsets are an evening ritual, and where the rhythm of the tides replaces the rush of the clock. Far from crowded beaches and busy streets, yet close enough to modern conveniences, it offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.
Location
State DE
County Sussex
Area Cedar Creek Hundred (31004)
Zoning TN
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric
Heating Zoned, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Cooling Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane
Equipment Oven/Range - Electric, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Window Features Casement
Appliance Oven/Range - Electric, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Heat Source Electric
Laundry Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Water Access Y
View Bay
Roof Type Metal
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Story 2
Foundation Pilings
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1550
Sewer Mound System
Water Private
Architectural Style Coastal
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Milford
Others
Pets Allowed N
Senior Community No
Tax ID 330-05.00-57.00
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1550
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA
Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Jim Serio
Associate Real Estate Broker, Team Lead | License ID: 000853
Associate Real Estate Broker, Team Lead License ID: 000853