$410,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

16972 Jays Way Milton, DE 19968

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,692 Sq Ft
0.36 Acres

Recently Sold

$242 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Central Air
  • Milton Elementary School Rated A
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Heat Pump System

About This Home

As of July 2025

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is loaded with upgrades and ready to impress. The beautifully renovated kitchen (2020) boasts sleek new appliances, updated countertops, an oversized sink, under-cabinet lighting, and a stylish new backsplash. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room features freshly painted beadboard, updated lighting, and flows seamlessly into the spacious living room — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the added bonus of a large sunroom, offering flexible space for relaxing, working, or hosting guests. Throughout the main living areas, durable LVP flooring enhances the home’s appeal, while plush brand-new carpet adds comfort in the bedrooms. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard oasis, complete with a generous 20x20 deck — ideal for summer BBQs and gatherings. Unwind by the firepit, tend to your garden beds, or take advantage of the handy storage shed. A 1.5-car garage provides ample room for both parking and projects. Additional highlights include a new HVAC system installed in 2021, ensuring year-round comfort and peace of mind. Conveniently located near local amenities, this home is truly move-in ready and waiting for you. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Clark

Blue Crab Real Estate, LLC. Listed on: 04/10/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

John Zacharias

Patterson-Schwartz-OceanView License #RS-0023593

Patterson-Schwartz-OceanView

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $956

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned AR-2

HOA Fees

  • $7 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,692 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Overbrook Shores Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 38
  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-22.00-245.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$956

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$7 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is loaded with upgrades and ready to impress. The beautifully renovated kitchen (2020) boasts sleek new appliances, updated countertops, an oversized sink, under-cabinet lighting, and a stylish new backsplash. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room features freshly painted beadboard, updated lighting, and flows seamlessly into the spacious living room — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the added bonus of a large sunroom, offering flexible space for relaxing, working, or hosting guests. Throughout the main living areas, durable LVP flooring enhances the home’s appeal, while plush brand-new carpet adds comfort in the bedrooms. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard oasis, complete with a generous 20x20 deck — ideal for summer BBQs and gatherings. Unwind by the firepit, tend to your garden beds, or take advantage of the handy storage shed. A 1.5-car garage provides ample room for both parking and projects. Additional highlights include a new HVAC system installed in 2021, ensuring year-round comfort and peace of mind. Conveniently located near local amenities, this home is truly move-in ready and waiting for you. Welcome home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1692
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1692
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 253.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1692
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 16972

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 80.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • School District Key: 300200396895
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15682.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: AR-2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 870.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 956.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-22.00-245.00
  • Tax Lot: 38
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/11/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Thompson Kevin Scott
Bought by
Elaine Catherine Smythe Living Trust and Smythe
Seller's Agent
Jessica Clark
Blue Crab Real Estate, LLC.
Buyer's Agent
John Zacharias
Patterson-Schwartz-OceanView
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-8.87%
Views
122

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
55.78%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2017
Closed on
Jun 21, 2017
Sold by
Laux Saarah A
Bought by
Thompson Kevin Scott
Seller's Agent
Thomas Schoenbeck
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Schoenbeck
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$231,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-7.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%
Original Mortgage
$227,306
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $410,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $410,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $231,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $195,000 Construction
Previous Owner $227,306 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $410,000 -4.4% $242 / Sq Ft
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Price Changed $429,000 -2.3% $254 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Price Changed $439,000 -2.4% $259 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $449,900 +94.3% $266 / Sq Ft
06/30/2017 06/30/17 Sold $231,500 -7.0% $134 / Sq Ft
04/17/2017 04/17/17 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2017 03/28/17 For Sale $249,000 -- $144 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $956 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2023 $955 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2022 $922 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2021 $914 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2020 $911 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2019 $912 $19,400 $2,500 $16,900
2018 $852 $19,400 $0 $0
2017 $816 $19,400 $0 $0
2016 $775 $19,400 $0 $0
2015 $740 $19,400 $0 $0
2014 $735 $19,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2083596

Bright MLS

APN: 235-22.00-245.00