CHARIS REALTY GROUP

Cottage

581 BAY AVENUE

MILFORD , DE 19963

MLS#: DESU2043524

$679,900

Status: Active
Listing number: DESU2043524
Listing provided by: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 2 months ago
On site: 2 years ago
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SLAUGHTER BEACH - Residential

Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1961

Sq.Footage

1,000

Quintessential Slaughter Beach Cottage. Enjoy incredible sunsets and bright Bayfront sunrises from this waterfront cottage. If you are looking to build your dream home or put together an income generating seasonal rental this property has got you covered. The cottage could be brightened and ready for travelers quickly as many of the main mechanicals have been updated. The main level has 4BR and 1 BA with a small eat in kitchen. There is a lower level with garage that is sectioned off and plumbed for kitchen and bath that could be refinished and incorporated in the overall living space. Notable upgrades include 200 amp electric, tankless hot water and gas fired HVAC. Property is Sold In As-Is Condition.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1000.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Electric

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Propane, Forced Air

  • Main Level Bedrooms

    4

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Construction Materials

    Frame, Concrete

  • Parking

    Garage, Driveway, Attached

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Waterfront YN

    YES

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Waterfront

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.26

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Cottage

Price

  • Sales Price

    $679,900

  • Tax Amount

    $400

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 000

  • Price/SqFt

    $679

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Foundation Details

    Brick/Mortar

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Cesspool

  • Water Source

    Public

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Quintessential Slaughter Beach Cottage. Enjoy incredible sunsets and bright Bayfront sunrises from this waterfront cottage. If you are looking to build your dream home or put together an income generating seasonal rental this property has got you covered. The cottage could be brightened and ready for travelers quickly as many of the main mechanicals have been updated. The main level has 4BR and 1 BA with a small eat in kitchen. There is a lower level with garage that is sectioned off and plumbed for kitchen and bath that could be refinished and incorporated in the overall living space. Notable upgrades include 200 amp electric, tankless hot water and gas fired HVAC. Property is Sold In As-Is Condition.

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