About this home

A rare opportunity is back on the market at an incredible new price! If you've been searching for space, privacy, and minutes to the beach, boating & easy living, this property deserves another look. With nearly 2-acres with treed border, there's room to spread out while still being close to everything the coast has to offer. Come take another look - this one is worth seeing. Welcome to this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a bonus suite that can serve as an in-law/au pair/rental unit, that is situated on 1.7 beautifully landscaped and fully fenced acres in Frankford, Delaware. Tucked well back from the road, this private retreat offers the freedom of no HOA restrictions, allowing you to enjoy your property without limitations. With approximately 3,000 square feet of living space, this home is a true destination. Designed for comfort, entertaining and potential income, the home features a spacious bonus suite with a full bath that can easily serve as a private in-law suite, rental unit, guest quarters, home office, or recreation room. The generous primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a private sauna for the ultimate in relaxation. Step outside and discover your own backyard oasis. The sparkling in-ground pool is surrounded by mature landscaping, creating the perfect setting for relaxing summer afternoons, entertaining family and friends, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Outdoor living is enhanced by a screened porch, open deck, expansive lawn, raspberry bushes, three fruit trees, and an outdoor shower-ideal for rinsing off after a swim or a day spent gardening. For those who need exceptional storage or workspace, the impressive 36'x48' detached garage/shop offers endless possibilities. Large enough to accommodate an RV, multiple vehicles, boats, or equipment, it is equipped with air conditioning, a propane heater, and a pellet stove, making it ideal for year-round use as a workshop, hobby space, or additional storage. A greenhouse and storage shed further enhance the property's versatility. The encapsulated crawl space offers efficiency and peace of mind. Nature lovers will appreciate the wooded rear property line bordering a peaceful creek, while outdoor recreation is just moments away at the nearby Assawoman Wildlife Area, offering miles of scenic trails for walking, biking, birdwatching, kayaking, and fishing through protected coastal habitat. Additional features include a gated front entrance with an expansive concrete parking area, geothermal heating and cooling, owned solar panels, and an owned water filtration system-providing energy efficiency, comfort, and long-term savings. Offering the tranquility of country living with the convenience of Delaware's coastal attractions just minutes away, this remarkable property is a short drive to Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, and Ocean View, where you'll enjoy pristine beaches, dining, shopping, golf, and year-round entertainment. Combining privacy, flexible living spaces, exceptional outdoor amenities, modern energy-efficient systems, and an unbeatable location, this one-of-a-kind property presents an outstanding opportunity to experience the very best of Delaware's coastal lifestyle.

Facts and features

Schools

• Lord Baltimore Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 3.4 mi

  8

• Selbyville Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 6.0 mi

  7

• Indian River High School

  high · 9-12 · 7.3 mi

  6

• Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 6.3 mi

  8

• Southern Delaware School of the Arts

  elementary · K-8 · 6.8 mi

  8

• Indian River Intensive Learning Center

  high · 12 · 6.8 mi

Price history

• Sep 28, 2026 · Price Changed$749,900
• Aug 5, 2026 · Price Changed$849,000
• Jul 9, 2026 · Listed$899,900
• Mar 30, 2001 · Sold$40,000

Tax history

• 2026$1,707 tax · $515,850 assessed
• 2024$1,130 tax · $515,850 assessed
• 2023$1,128 tax · $38,850 assessed
• 2022$1,102 tax · $38,850 assessed
• 2021$1,155 tax · $38,850 assessed
• 2020$1,085 tax · $38,850 assessed
• 2019$1,078 tax · $38,850 assessed
• 2018$1,093 tax · $38,850 assessed

Home value

$841,000

• Collateral Analytics$841,000
• Quantarium$893,148
• Cotality$736,900

Where it is