$1,195,000
PENDING

24252 Waters Edge Trail Millsboro, DE 19966

Estimated payment $6,578/month

Total Views 4,037
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,824 Sq Ft
$655 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Pier
  • Fishing Allowed
  • 4 Dock Slips
  • Parking available for a boat
  • Second Garage

About This Home

Welcome to 24252 Waters Edge Trail—an exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront cottage offering peaceful privacy, and prime boating access along the scenic shores of Burton Prong. Situated on a full acre with 100 feet of direct water frontage, this one-of-a-kind property features its own private dock with deep water, navigable access to the Inland Bays and the Atlantic Ocean—a rare opportunity for boaters and water lovers alike.

Inside, the 1,824 sq. ft. home offers a comfortable, layout with serene water views and a natural connection to the outdoors. The first level features a bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, living room, dining area and sunroom with expansive windows. Upstairs holds two more bedrooms overlooking the water and a full bathroom. A large, unfinished basement provides even more flexibility—perfect for storage or hobbies. The interior of the cottage has just been freshly painted!

One of the property’s standout features is the newly constructed, 50x25, detached garage with four garage doors and ample space for car enthusiasts, workshop needs, or substantial storage.

Enjoy the rare combination of no HOA, no flood zone, and peaceful, private waterfront living—just 11.8 miles to the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and 12.7 miles to Lewes Beach, giving you the best of both tranquil retreat and coastal convenience.

Whether you're searching for a full-time home, a vacation getaway, or a unique waterfront investment, this property is a true gem on Delaware’s scenic coast.

Listing Agent

Carrie Lingo

Jack Lingo - Lewes License #RS-0017885 Listed on: 04/15/2025

Jack Lingo - Lewes

Co-Listing Agent

Merritt Cooch

Jack Lingo - Lewes License #RS-0023847

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $802

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned AR-1

Parking

  • 7 Garage Spaces | 1 Direct Access and 6 Detached
  • Second Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking available for a boat

Property Views

  • Water
  • Panoramic
  • Scenic Vista
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,824 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Pier
  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • Property near a bay
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Waterski or Wakeboard
  • Sail
  • Bulkhead
  • Rip-Rap
  • Swimming Allowed
  • 4 Dock Slips
  • Physical Dock Slip Conveys
  • Dock made with Treated Lumber
  • Pond
  • Powered Boats Permitted
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Propane Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 234-18.00-59.00

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$802

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Parking

7

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: All furnishing and other items will be removed from property, including both garages, prior to settlement.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 24252 Waters Edge Trail—an exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront cottage offering peaceful privacy, and prime boating access along the scenic shores of Burton Prong. Situated on a full acre with 100 feet of direct water frontage, this one-of-a-kind property features its own private dock with deep water, navigable access to the Inland Bays and the Atlantic Ocean—a rare opportunity for boaters and water lovers alike. Inside, the 1,824 sq. ft. home offers a comfortable, layout with serene water views and a natural connection to the outdoors. The first level features a bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, living room, dining area and sunroom with expansive windows. Upstairs holds two more bedrooms overlooking the water and a full bathroom. A large, unfinished basement provides even more flexibility—perfect for storage or hobbies. The interior of the cottage has just been freshly painted! One of the property’s standout features is the newly constructed, 50x25, detached garage with four garage doors and ample space for car enthusiasts, workshop needs, or substantial storage. Enjoy the rare combination of no HOA, no flood zone, and peaceful, private waterfront living—just 11.8 miles to the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and 12.7 miles to Lewes Beach, giving you the best of both tranquil retreat and coastal convenience. Whether you're searching for a full-time home, a vacation getaway, or a unique waterfront investment, this property is a true gem on Delaware’s scenic coast.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stove, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Window Treatments, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Pantry, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Access, Unfinished
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 80.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1824
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1824
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 655.15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1824
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 24252

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Gazebo, Shed, 2nd Garage
  • Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Stick Built
  • Exterior Features: Gutter System, Boat Storage, Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Panoramic, Scenic Vista, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Sail, Swimming Allowed, Private Access, Waterski/Wakeboard
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Burton Prong - Herring Creek
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 7.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 6
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 27
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 20

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Propane, Tankless
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District Key: 300200396898
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Not In Development, Pond, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Screened
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Private Dock Site, Rip-Rap

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 802.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 234-18.00-59.00

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2024 $983 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2023 $982 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2022 $851 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2021 $826 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2020 $789 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2019 $786 $20,350 $5,000 $15,350
2018 $793 $20,350 $0 $0
2017 $800 $20,350 $0 $0
2016 $684 $20,350 $0 $0
2015 $705 $20,350 $0 $0
2014 $694 $20,350 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2025 06/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Price Changed $1,195,000 -7.7% $655 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $1,295,000 +46.3% $710 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Sold $885,000 -1.1% $485 / Sq Ft
12/01/2021 12/01/21 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2021 11/22/21 Price Changed $895,000 -10.1% $491 / Sq Ft
09/12/2021 09/12/21 Price Changed $995,000 -9.1% $546 / Sq Ft
09/08/2021 09/08/21 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $600 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $885,000 Hudson Jones Jaywork & Fisher
Deed $550,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $424,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2083838

Bright MLS

APN: 234-18.00-59.00