$231,500
SOLD JUN 30, 2017

16972 Jays Way Milton, DE 19968

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,725 Sq Ft
0.36 Acres

Recently Sold

$134 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Ramp
  • Water Access
  • Deck
  • Milton Elementary School Rated A
  • Lake Privileges
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2025

This beautiful 1725 square foot residence is the perfect place to call home. The open and inviting floorplan and bright spacious sunroom really makes this a very inviting home. This home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a large kitchen with new counter tops, stainless appliances and oak cabinetry, formal dining room, gorgeous laminate flooring, gas fireplace/stove for added personal comfort in the winter months, newer HVAC, newer hot water heater, new washer and dryer, neutral paint tones throughout, ceiling fans, walk-in closets, plantation style window shutters, a huge rear deck, and a large storage shed; all situated on a larger .36 acre lot. This community, with a boat launch to Red Mill Pond, is located within two minutes of the highway for a quick commute to the beaches. And the best part? You don't have to pay the high beach prices! All this for a very affordable price and with an incredibly low HOA fee. Perfect location, low cost, high value- Settlement assistance available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Schoenbeck

Keller Williams Realty License #5001521 Listed on: 03/28/2017

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Schoenbeck

Keller Williams Realty License #5001521 Listed on: 03/28/2017

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $956

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Zoning described as GENERAL RESIDENTIAL

HOA Fees

  • $7 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,725 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Insulated Doors
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-22.00-245.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Overbrook Shores Subdivision

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Pier or Dock

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$956

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$7 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Rambler, Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Remarks Public: This beautiful 1725 square foot residence is the perfect place to call home. The open and inviting floorplan and bright spacious sunroom really makes this a very inviting home. This home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a large kitchen with new counter tops, stainless appliances and oak cabinetry, formal dining room, gorgeous laminate flooring, gas fireplace/stove for added personal comfort in the winter months, newer HVAC, newer hot water heater, new washer and dryer, neutral paint tones throughout, ceiling fans, walk-in closets, plantation style window shutters, a huge rear deck, and a large storage shed; all situated on a larger .36 acre lot. This community, with a boat launch to Red Mill Pond, is located within two minutes of the highway for a quick commute to the beaches. And the best part? You don't have to pay the high beach prices! All this for a very affordable price and with an incredibly low HOA fee. Perfect location, low cost, high value- Settlement assistance available.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Kitchen - Eat-In, Entry Level Bedroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Level Count: 1
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1725
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1725
  • Net Sq Ft: 1725.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 141.45
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1725
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 16972

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 85.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Boat Ramp, Pier/Dock, Water/Lake Privileges
  • HOA: Yes
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • School District Key: 300200396895

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15682.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Zoning Description: GENERAL RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5173703
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-22.00-245.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Close Date: 06/30/2017

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
-58.60%

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: 1001027798

Bright MLS

APN: 235-22.00-245.00