549 Bay Ave
Description
A standout feature is the thoughtfully designed in-law suite or income-producing rental space, complete with its own private entrance, full kitchen, living area, bedroom, and bathroom—ideal for hosting guests, accommodating extended family, or generating supplemental revenue.
Outdoor living takes center stage with five expansive decks, including a welcoming front porch overlooking the salt marsh preserve, two rear decks accessible from the in-law suite and main living room, and a private deck off the primary suite. An additional second-floor sitting room deck provides yet another serene vantage point with preserve views.
Inside, the home showcases a stunning custom kitchen with high-end cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, wrap-around bar seating, and elegant marbled stone countertops. Modern comforts abound, including central air conditioning, washer and dryer, and thoughtful finishes throughout.
For boating and water enthusiasts, nearby marina access and a boat slip make it easy to embrace life on the bay.
Perfectly positioned for nature lovers, bird watchers, and outdoor adventurers, this home is also just a short drive from downtown Milford, the beaches and dining of Lewes, Rehoboth, Dewey, and Bethany, and the scenic charm of coastal Delaware. Enjoy easy access to shopping, local restaurants, golf, state parks, and day trips via the Cape May–Lewes Ferry, connecting you effortlessly to New Jersey and beyond—all while returning home to the unmatched peace and beauty of Slaughter Beach.
Listing Agents
![Mark Stape]()
mark.stape@compass.comP: (302)-507-5611
![Pamela Meissler]()
pamela.meissler@compass.comP: (302)-723-2052
Property Details for 549 Bay Avenue
Property Details for 549 Bay Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DESU2104902 |
| Days on Market | 21 |
| Taxes | $100 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 2023 |
| Lot Size | 0.23 AC / 10,149 SF |
| County | Sussex County |
Location
Building Information for 549 Bay Avenue
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1Property Information for 549 Bay Avenue
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: MILFORD
- School District County ID: 300200396900
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Cedar Creek Hundred (31004)
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Oriented: Yes
- Navigable Water: Yes
- Tidal Water: No
- Water Body Name: Delaware Bay
- Water Body Type: Bay
- Water Frontage In Feet: 50.0
- Riparian Rights Y/N: Yes
- Distance To Body Of Water: 300.00
- Distance To Body Of Water Units: Feet
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- City Town Tax: $100
- Zoning: Q
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,612.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 2,612.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stick Built, Blown-In Insulation
- Roof: Asphalt
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
- RFactor Ext Walls: R-23
- RFactor Ceilings: R-49
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated
- Foundation Details: Pilings
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Road Surface Type: Black Top
- Road Responsibility: State
- Road Frontage Length: 50.00
- Location Type: Bayfront
- Additional Parcels: No
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Accessibility Features: 36"+ wide Halls
- Spa: No
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade
- Utilities: Cable TV, Electric Available, Water Available, Propane, Phone
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s), Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
- Hot Water: Tankless
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Capping Fill
- Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
- List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
Property History for 549 Bay Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2104902 | $1,300,000 | — |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2095844 | — | |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2095844 | $1,300,000 | — |
| Mar 19, 2022 | Expired BRIGHT #DESU179480 | — | |
| May 5, 2021 | Closed BRIGHT #1002269180 | $300,000 | — |
| Apr 3, 2021 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU179480 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2021 | Pending BRIGHT #1002269180 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2021 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #1002269180 | — | |
| Mar 19, 2021 | Price Change BRIGHT #1002269180 | $325,000 | — |
| Mar 19, 2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU179480 | $879,999 | — |
| Jan 3, 2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002269180 | — | |
| Dec 31, 2020 | Expired BRIGHT #1002269180 | — | |
| Aug 20, 2018 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002269180 | $299,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2104902 | $1,300,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2095844 | — |
| 09/03/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2095844 | $1,300,000 |
| 03/19/2022 | Expired BRIGHT #DESU179480 | — |
| 05/05/2021 | Closed BRIGHT #1002269180 | $300,000 |
| 04/03/2021 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU179480 | — |
| 04/03/2021 | Pending BRIGHT #1002269180 | — |
| 04/03/2021 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #1002269180 | — |
| 03/19/2021 | Price Change BRIGHT #1002269180 | $325,000 |
| 03/19/2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU179480 | $879,999 |
| 01/03/2021 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002269180 | — |
| 12/31/2020 | Expired BRIGHT #1002269180 | — |
| 08/20/2018 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002269180 | $299,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 549 Bay Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 1 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School Public1 to 5 | ||
Milford Central Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Milford Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Milford ILC PublicPK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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