$289,900

406 Elm Dr Seaford, DE 19973

Estimated payment $1,640/month

Total Views 6,678
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
$207 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Cottage
  • Porch
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

Welcome to this cozy cottage nestled within the town limits, offering the perfect blend of character and comfort. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home boasts inviting curb appeal, a welcoming front porch, a sunroom with an updated kitchen, and a warm, homey interior. Inside, you’ll find a bright and functional layout. 2 car detached garage and a full unfinished basement. The primary suite includes its own private bath, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or family. Enjoy the ease of in-town living with local shops, Hoopers Golf Course, and schools just a short stroll away. This delightful home is perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking to relocate.

Listing Agent

Brenda Rambo

RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #RS-0017172 Listed on: 08/01/2025

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Trey Hardesty

RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,147

Year Built

  • Built in 1943 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120.00 x 120.00
  • Rural Setting
  • East Facing Home
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned TN

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Poured Concrete
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Westview Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 531-13.09-6.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,147

Year Built

Built in 1943 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

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Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Sussex De Quadrants: West of Rt 13
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/4/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Year Renovated: 2025
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this cozy cottage nestled within the town limits, offering the perfect blend of character and comfort. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home boasts inviting curb appeal, a welcoming front porch, a sunroom with an updated kitchen, and a warm, homey interior. Inside, you’ll find a bright and functional layout. 2 car detached garage and a full unfinished basement. The primary suite includes its own private bath, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or family. Enjoy the ease of in-town living with local shops, Hoopers Golf Course, and schools just a short stroll away. This delightful home is perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking to relocate.
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Laminate Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Poured Concrete, Unfinished, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1400
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1400
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 207.07
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 406

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: SEAFORD
  • School District Key: 300200396896
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 120.00 x 120.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14375.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 517.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1146.80
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 531-13.09-6.00
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 840
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SEAFORD

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $568 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2023 $567 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2022 $553 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2021 $555 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2020 $602 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2019 $527 $11,350 $2,950 $8,400
2018 $514 $11,350 $0 $0
2017 $488 $11,350 $0 $0
2016 $470 $11,350 $0 $0
2015 $469 $11,350 $0 $0
2014 -- $11,350 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Price Changed $289,900 -3.3% $207 / Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Price Changed $299,900 -2.9% $214 / Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $309,000 +50.7% $221 / Sq Ft
05/18/2022 05/18/22 Sold $205,000 +2.6% $146 / Sq Ft
04/19/2022 04/19/22 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2022 04/18/22 For Sale $199,900 0.0% $143 / Sq Ft
04/08/2022 04/08/22 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2022 04/04/22 For Sale $199,900 +55.0% $143 / Sq Ft
11/04/2012 11/04/12 Sold $129,000 0.0% $92 / Sq Ft
09/24/2012 09/24/12 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2012 09/07/12 For Sale $129,000 +138.4% $92 / Sq Ft
01/11/2012 01/11/12 Sold $54,100 -30.8% $42 / Sq Ft
12/09/2011 12/09/11 Pending -- -- --
11/29/2011 11/29/11 For Sale $78,200 -- $61 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $129,000 --
Deed $129,000 --
Deed $54,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $164,000 New Conventional
Closed $131,632 No Value Available
Closed $131,632 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2089690

Bright MLS

APN: 531-13.09-6.00