$420,000
SOLD MAR 12, 2026

9820 N Shore Dr Seaford, DE 19973

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,179 Sq Ft
0.68 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 12, 2026

$193 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Access to Tidal Water
  • No HOA
  • 1 Boat Dock
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Gazebo

About This Home

As of March 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Russell Griffin

(302) 856-1458 russell@griffinhigginsteam.com Keller Williams Realty Brokerage Phone: 3028561458 License #RA-0020424 Listed on: 01/23/2026

Keller Williams Realty

Co-Listed By

ED HIGGINS

(302) 856-1458 ed@griffinhigginsteam.com Keller Williams Realty Brokerage Phone: 3028561458 License #RS-0016525

Last Buyer's Agent

Unrepresented

datacorrect@brightmls.com Unrepresented

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,303

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 29,621 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 300.00
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property is zoned AR-1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Attic Fan
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Access to Tidal Water
  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • 1 Boat Dock
  • Private Dock
  • Gazebo

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cesspool
  • Sewer Holding Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Shores Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 87
  • Assessor Parcel Number 331-06.00-381.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,303

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0.68 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Sussex De Quadrants: West of Rt 13
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Gazebo, Rug, Four Chairs
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 1/23/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan
  • Window Features: Screens, Storm
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 4003
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2179
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 206.52
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2179
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 560
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1264
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1264
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • 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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Gazebo
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Nanticoke River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water View: No
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Geo-Thermal, Oil, Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Holding Tank, Cess Pool
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.68
  • Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 300.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 29621.00
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1225.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1303.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 331-06.00-381.00
  • Tax Lot: 87
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SEAFORD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Brown Kenneth Jeffrey and Brown Karen Diane
Bought by
Riefler Tammy Lyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2021
Sold by
Sowers Jaime
Bought by
Brown Kenneth J and Brown Karen D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
2.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2020
Sold by
Julia Ann Yerkes T
Bought by
Sowers Jaime

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2015
Sold by
The Mary E Yerkes Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
The Julia Ann Yerkes Supplemental Needs

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2011
Bought by
Yerkes Donald W Successor
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $215,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $215,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $150,000 None Available
Deed $150,000 None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/12/2026 03/12/26 Sold $420,000 -6.7% $193 / Sq Ft
01/30/2026 01/30/26 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2026 01/29/26 Off Market $450,000 -- --
01/23/2026 01/23/26 For Sale $450,000 -- $207 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2025 $610 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2024 $468 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2023 $467 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2022 $456 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2021 $457 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2020 $496 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2019 $434 $8,550 $0 $8,550
2018 $423 $9,350 $0 $0
2017 $402 $9,350 $0 $0
2016 $387 $9,350 $0 $0
2015 $387 $9,350 $0 $0
2014 $366 $9,350 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2102188

Bright MLS

APN: 531-10.00-222.00-19

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