$475,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

18555 Emerson Way Georgetown, DE 19947

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,833 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$259 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Clubhouse
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Coastal Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 18555 Emerson Way, a St. Kitts beautiful model located in The Hawthorne Community , a tranquil and amenity rich neighborhood close to Lewes, Rehoboth and everything our gorgeous beach area offers such as shopping, world class dining, gorgeous state parks and beaches and tons of activities. As you arrive, take note of the front porch, perfect to watch the world go by. Entering this stunning home, you will find a welcoming foyer housing an office with French Doors which can easily be used as a bedroom and across you will see a well-appointed powder room plus a coat closet. As you proceed to the super open floor plan, your dreams come true ... with a Chef Gourmet Kitchen that includes a microwave over wall oven, stainless steel appliances, 6 burner Chef's Cook Top, Chef's grade exhaust hood, 6 plus foot granite center island with pull up chairs, gorgeous white farm sink, tiled back splash, upgraded shaker white cabinetry with dove tail construction and soft close mechanisms and more. The color scheme in this home is simply calming, delightful and beautiful! Across from the kitchen you will find the dining area ... all a part of the open floor plan to include an ample living room with a gas fireplace, the perfect place to relax, entertain and enjoy life. But .... There is more! As you go towards the main bedroom, you will find a laundry room with pedestal washer and dryer. The large master bedroom houses an ample walk-in closet, beautifully wall adorned with board and hand batten wall, a spa like bathroom with double sinks, granite counters, large 8 foot plus shower with bench seat and soft close cabinetry and tile. Down the back hall, you will find a large double door pantry next to the kitchen, a second full bathroom with double sink, jetted tub with shower and a super walk-in closet. An attached beautiful 2 car garage, yes beautiful 2 car garage with sealed floors, painted walls, utility sink, lots of cabinets, shelving on each side of the garage for ample storage, a garage door auto opener and an exit door to the side of the home. The exterior of the home is just as beautiful! The dining area has sliding glass doors to a large screened in porch equipped with Trex Flooring and a ceiling fan. As you exit to a gorgeous Trex deck for all your summer cook outs and sun sets, you must notice the unique view of the beautiful back yard with the wooded privacy that is all YOURS! And don't forget!! ALL the plantation shutters are included as well as all existing draperies. The carpeting in the bedrooms is new, there is LVP Luxury Vinyl Flooring throughout, five ceiling fans and all wall mounted TV's stay. The conditioned crawl space has 4’ ceiling and is accessible via interior stairway. Finally, the clubhouse offers an awesome pool for adults and a kiddie water feature with outside restrooms, showers and grills. It also has a beautiful main area with a fireplace, library, kitchen and card/multi use room and exercise room. This is a very active community with exercise classes, book clubs where different authors visit for talks, card games ..... one can participate in as many or few as one chooses to. This is a MUST SEE HOME. Seller's are willing to sell it furnished for $510,000 with the exception of a few pieces that WILL NOT CONVEY and are indicated/tagged with a red sticker dot. Bring your Offers today. It won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vid Lopez

(302) 542-2435 Vid@VidLopez.com RE/MAX Associates License #RA-0020281 Listed on: 06/06/2025

RE/MAX Associates

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Thill

gary.thill@cbrealty.com Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,065

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70.00 x 120.00
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Premium Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned AR-1

HOA Fees

  • $174 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,833 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Heatilator
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Water Fountains

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Community Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 75
  • Assessor Parcel Number 135-11.00-231.00

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,900 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, pool(s)
  • Hps HOA
  • Built by DRB
  • Hawthorne Subdivision, St. Kitts Floorplan

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Party Room
  • Community Library

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Dog Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,065

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$174 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Items
  • Inclusions: Home can be purchased fully furnished for $510,000. Few Items/furniture with a DOT DO NOT CONVEY
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 6/6/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Cooktop, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Built-In Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - Tankless, Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Low-E, Storm, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Heatilator
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1833
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1833
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 272.78
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1833
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Blown-In Insulation
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Water Fountains
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Metered
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump - Gas Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric, Tankless
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Propane - Community
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 522.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Dog Park, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Library, Party Room
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Pool(s)
  • HOA Name: HPS
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1900.00

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Partly Wooded, Private, Premium, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 70.00 x 120.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Enclosed, Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: DRB

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 950.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1065.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 135-11.00-231.00
  • Tax Lot: 75
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Gerard L Ritzinger Revocable Living Trus and Elaine Ritzinger Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Allen Scott and Allen Iris
Seller's Agent
Vid Lopez
RE/MAX Associates
Buyer's Agent
Gary Thill
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$499,999
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,999
-5%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$486,256

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,256
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.41%
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Outstanding Balance
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$211,256

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2021
Sold by
Drb Grp Eastern Shr Llc
Bought by
Ritzinger Gerald L and Ritzinger Elaine
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $475,000 Spn Title Services
Deed $475,000 Spn Title Services
Deed $382,542 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $275,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $475,000 -5.0% $259 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $499,999 -- $273 / 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
2025 $94 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2024 $119 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2023 $117 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2022 $1,055 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2021 $803 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2020 $67 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2019 $1 $1,750 $1,750 $0
2018 $1 $1,750 $0 $0
2017 $1 $1,750 $0 $0
2016 $1 $1,750 $0 $0
2015 $1 $1,750 $0 $0
2014 $1 $1,750 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2088042

Bright MLS

APN: 135-11.00-231.00