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Property Description
Over $17,000 in recent renovations done to this BOWERS BEACH BAY BEAUTY WITH STUNNING WATER VIEWS!! The seller has recently updated the 3rd floor loft to have all hardwood flooring and fresh paint. Come and enjoy the peace and tranquility with amazing water views! There is a water view from almost every room and deck in the home. This stunning home offers plenty of space for living, entertaining and guests. Enjoy the sunroom/office areas off the main living year round as a quiet retreat on the first floor and second floors both with views! Enjoy the sunset and stars from your loft area. On those chilly beach days there is a wood stove on the main living area to cozy up around and a gas fireplace in the primary bedroom to relax by. 217 N Bayshore is located near the end of the road making this home even more peaceful with less traffic. SELLERS JUST INSTALLED A NEW HEAT PUMP FOR THE LOWER LEVELS JULY 2025 AS WELL AS A SMART THERMOSTATS. 2ND FLOOR UNIT HAS HAD INTERNALS AND NEW COMPRESSOR IN 2023. Hardwood floors, tile bathrooms and a spacious kitchen with granite, water view decks and even a dumbwaiter for the groceries are just some of the features of this beach front beauty. The rear stairs of the home are perfect for service stairs to keep the sand out of the main living area. There are also some nice rooms to use as offices and crafting space. JP's restaurant is close by in town a short drive or walk away. For those looking for activity Bowers is a great for walking, biking and kayaking and if boating if your thing you can spend the day fishing and crabbing. The beach is just a short distance away.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 217 N Bayshore Dr
General
- Sold For: $550,000
- Taxes: $1,980 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DEKT2032886
- Added to Site: 421 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: Off Street
Location
- Area: Lake Forest (30804)
- County: KENT
- Subdivision: BOWERS BEACH
- Building Name: NONE
- Driving Directions: Route 1 to Bowers Beach Road. Make a left onto N. Bayshore Drive. When you arrive at the beach entrance at the end of Bowers Beach Road make a left. Home is on the left near the end of road.
- Direction Faces: East
- Location Details: Bayblock
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Lake Forest
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: Tankless
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Pilings
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 3,016
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,016 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,016 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2009
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,000
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
- Zoning: NA
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Type: Bay
- Water Front Name: Delaware bay
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $182.36
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $1,488
- City/TownTax: $3,313
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $315
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $552,200
- Tax Amount: $1,980
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3016
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 0501-000
Listed by Active Adults Realty, Melissa Graver
Sold by Northrop Realty, William Rash and Northrop Realty, Megan Phillips Rash
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Schools
Schools serving 217 N Bayshore Dr
School District:Lake Forest School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Forest East Elementary School 124 Front Street, Frederica, DE 19946 | K-4 | 5.6 mi |
Lake Forest Central Elementary School 5424 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943 | 4-5 | 9.7 mi |
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School 101 West Center Street, Harrington, DE 19952 | 6-8 | 13.6 mi |
Lake Forest High School 5407 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943 | 8-12 | 9.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 217 N Bayshore Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/20/2025
Sold
$550,000
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MLS
9/26/2025
Price Reduced
$550,000
-3.34%
MLS
9/15/2025
Price Reduced
$569,000
-3.4%
MLS
6/02/2025
Price Reduced
$589,000
-1.83%
MLS
3/30/2025
Price Reduced
$600,000
-2.44%
MLS
11/22/2024
Listed
$615,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
217 N Bayshore Drive, Frederica, DE 19946 (MLS# DEKT2032886) is a Single Family property that was sold at $550,000 on November 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 217 N Bayshore Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Frederica? You can browse all Frederica real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

