Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/23/2025
Listed
$450,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Experience the ultimate in waterfront serenity at 9820 North Shore Drive, a charming brick Cape Cod nestled on a private 0.68-acre wooded lot along the scenic Nanticoke River. This home offers a rare combination of classic architectural character and a versatile floor plan designed to take in the views. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room centered around a cozy brick fireplace, flowing into a formal dining area and a large eat-in kitchen. For those seeking single-level convenience, the first floor includes a spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, while the expansive unfinished basement provides ample storage and workshop potential. The second level features two additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a second full bathroom, providing a private retreat for family or guests. One of the upstairs bedrooms features access to a massive unfinished walk-in storage area, which offers incredible potential to be converted into a primary walk-in closet, a hobby room, or a home office. Modern comforts include a geothermal heating system and central air, ensuring year-round efficiency and comfort. The exterior is a true nature lover's paradise, boasting private water frontage and a private dock, making it an ideal retreat for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Relax in the riverside gazebo or enjoy the breeze from the screened-in porch while taking in the views of the mature timber and calm waters. Located with no HOA fees and just minutes from the amenities of Seaford, this property is a rare riverside sanctuary waiting for your personal touch.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 9820 N Shore Dr
General
- Price: $450,000
- Taxes: $1,303 (2025)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DESU2102188
- Updated: 1/16/2026
- Added to Site: 25 day(s) ago
- Expected Market Date: 2/1/2026
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
- Interior Features: Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Seaford Hundred (31013)
- County: SUSSEX
- Subdivision: NORTH SHORES
- Driving Directions: From U.S. Route 13 (Sussex Highway) in Seaford, head east onto Middleford Road. Continue on Middleford Road for approximately three-quarters of a mile, then turn right onto North Shore Drive. Follow North Shore Drive along the riverfront, and the property will be located on your right. Sign posted.
School Information
- School District: Seaford
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal, Oil, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Holding Tank, Cess Pool
- Water: Private, Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Windows: Screens, Storm
- Doors: Storm
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 4,003
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,179 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,179 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 560 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1954
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Gazebo
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.68
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 29,621
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 300.00
- Zoning: AR-1
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Navigable Water: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Front Type: River
- Water Front Name: Nanticoke River
- Docks: 1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $206.52
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,225
- County Tax: $79
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax Amount: $1,303
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Gazebo, Rug, Four Chairs
- Lot Number: 87
Listed by Keller Williams Realty, Russell G Griffin and Keller Williams Realty, EDWIN H HIGGINS
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Schools
Schools serving 9820 N Shore Dr
School District:Seaford School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Frederick Douglass Elementary School, Seaford, DE 1 Swain Road, Seaford, DE 19973 | PK-5 | 1.5 mi |
Blades Elementary School 900 South Arch Street, Blades, DE 19973 | PK-5 | 2.2 mi |
Seaford Middle School 500 East Stein Highway, Seaford, DE 19973 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Seaford Senior High School 399 North Market Street Extension, Seaford, DE 19973 | 8-12 | 1.9 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 9820 N Shore Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 9820 N Shore Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$803
39%
$19,500
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2023
$576
—
$19,500
—
2023
$575
4%
$19,500
—
2022
$551
-1%
$19,500
—
2021
$554
-13%
$19,500
—
2020
$634
21%
$19,500
—
2019
$522
2%
$19,500
—
2018
$511
4%
$19,500
—
2017
$489
2%
$19,500
—
2016
$480
—
$19,500
—
2015
$479
6%
$19,500
—
2014
$452
-3%
$19,500
—
2013
$465
—
$19,500
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Realty, Pamela Price
Sold by Ross Hunsberger
Sold by Ross Hunsberger
9820 N Shore Drive, Seaford, DE 19973 (MLS# DESU2102188) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 9820 N Shore Drive is currently listed for $450,000 and was received on December 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 9820 N Shore Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Seaford? You can browse all Seaford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.