$499,900

227 Lantern Ln Milton, DE 19968

Estimated payment $2,861/month

Total Views 1,629
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,018 Sq Ft
$248 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Filtered Pool
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Milton Elementary School Rated A
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Two Story Ceilings

About This Home

Welcome to 227 Lantern Lane, a beautifully maintained home set on a desirable corner lot in the established community of Heritage Creek in Milton. Thoughtful design, inviting curb appeal, and quality finishes come together to create a home that is both comfortable and functional. From the moment you arrive, the property stands out with its covered front porch, board and batten shutters accented by a charming window box, and beautifully landscaped grounds. A fenced side yard offers privacy and flexibility, while the paver patio with raised seating walls creates an ideal outdoor setting for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, a welcoming foyer with a tray ceiling sets the tone, flanked by a formal dining room and a conveniently located powder bath. The gourmet kitchen is both stylish and practical, featuring quartz countertops, a wood-accent backsplash, soft-close 42-inch cabinetry with display cabinets and under-cabinet lighting, and an island with pendant lighting and additional storage. The adjacent living room is anchored by a cozy gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. The main-level primary suite offers ease and comfort, complete with a tray ceiling, a custom closet system in the walk-in closet, and a well-appointed ensuite bath with dual sink vanities and a frameless glass shower. The laundry room is also located on this level and provides direct access to the garage, adding to the home’s thoughtful layout. Upstairs, is a loft area, two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath provide plenty of space for guests or family, along with access to attic space. Additional highlights include plantation shutters throughout, a tankless hot water heater, a backup generator for peace of mind, a security system, and an epoxy-coated garage floor. The dishwasher was replaced in 2026, and the washing machine is just one year old. The full unfinished basement spans the entire footprint of the home, offering an exceptional opportunity to expand your living space to suit your needs. Whether you envision a recreation room, home gym, media space, or additional guest accommodations, the open layout provides a blank canvas for future customization. It also serves as excellent storage in its current state, giving you flexibility now with the potential to finish later and add even more value to the home. Residents of Heritage Creek enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere with amenities that enhance everyday living, including a community clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center, walking paths, and a community garden. The neighborhood is known for its friendly setting and convenient access to local shops, dining, and the coastal attractions of nearby Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. This property offers a well-rounded opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in one of Milton’s most established and desirable communities.

Listing Agent

Kristen Gebhart

(302) 539-2900 kgebhartrealtor@gmail.com Northrop Realty Brokerage Phone: 3025392900 License #RS-0037236 Listed on: 04/28/2026

Northrop Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $930

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 43.00 x 125.00
  • Picket Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard

HOA Fees

  • $133 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Garden Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Partially Carpeted
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Windows

Pool

  • Filtered Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Milton Elementary School
  • Mariner Middle School
  • Cape Henlopen High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 85
  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-20.00-1031.00

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,050 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include snow removal, trash
  • Heritage Creek Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$930

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

5,227 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$133 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Craftsman
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stove, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dryer, Energy Star Clothes Washer, Energy Star Refrigerator, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Partially Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Double Hung, Screens, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, Tray Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Loft
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3243
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2018
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 247.72
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2018
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1225
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1225
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built, Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool Features: Fenced, Filtered, In Ground
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Metal, Pitched
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 400.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Swimming Pool, Jog/Walk Path, Community Center
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1050.00

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MILTON
  • High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: MARINER

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Picket, Rear
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Dimensions: 43.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5227.20
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s), Roof
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 836.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 930.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-20.00-1031.00
  • Tax Lot: 85
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

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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 $930 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2024 $1,405 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2023 $1,404 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2022 $1,355 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2021 $1,342 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2020 $1,338 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2019 $118 $2,500 $2,500 $0
2018 $110 $2,500 $0 $0
2017 $105 $2,500 $0 $0
2016 $100 $2,500 $0 $0
2015 $95 $2,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/28/2026 04/28/26 For Sale $499,900 -- $248 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Available
Deed $355,925 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $284,740 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2110266

Bright MLS

APN: 235-20.00-1031.00

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