SERENE LIVING awaits you in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the amenity-rich, 55+ community of Independence! This beautiful and functional home features high 9'+ ceilings, a welcoming great room with fireplace, open to the dining room, and an inviting eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops & large center island. Other special features include a spacious owner’s suite with walk-in closets & en-suite bath , 2 additional bedrooms, and a 2nd floor bonus room. The relaxing screened porch and patio overlook the pond and fountain, giving you the perfect setting to enjoy your morning coffee in the warm spring and summer months. Community amenities include a gorgeous clubhouse that offers tons of events & activities with fitness center, indoor & outdoor pools, tennis, sauna, billiards room, and so much more. All within a short drive to beaches, shopping and dining. Call today - and don't miss this one!
For sale
$599,900
23855 Betsy Ross Ln, Millsboro, DE 19966
3beds
2,200sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$586,100 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$414/mo HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 02, 2026 at 06:19am
Listed by:
Lee Ann Wilkinson 302-645-6664,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661,
Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group, Co-Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group,Co-Listing Agent: Lucy Rose Wilkinson 302-682-7272,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2106166
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Soaking Tub, Double Sink, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Kitchen Island, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Fireplace - Gas, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features, Fireplace - Gas, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Propane, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,200
- Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,200
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 81.00 x 120.00
- Features: Landscaped, Rear Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23416.00285.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Independence
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bar/Lounge, Common Grounds, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s), Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,243 quarterly
Location
- Region: Millsboro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $273/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $58,000
- Annual tax amount: $929
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Upstairs Tv, Refrigerator, Washer, And Dryer.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$586,100
$557,000 - $615,000
$2,149/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,9000%$273/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2106166 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $599,999$273/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2091418 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $599,999-4.7%$273/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2091418 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Price change | $629,900-3.1%$286/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2091418 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900+61.8%$295/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2091418 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2008 | Sold | $401,680$183/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $929 +0.1% | $29,000 |
| 2023 | $928 +5.7% | $29,000 |
| 2022 | $878 -9% | $29,000 |
| 2021 | $966 +0.4% | $29,000 |
| 2020 | $962 | $29,000 |
| 2019 | $962 -0.2% | $29,000 |
| 2018 | $963 +10.3% | $29,000 |
| 2017 | $874 +26.1% | $29,000 |
| 2016 | $693 +4% | $29,000 |
| 2015 | $666 -39.4% | $29,000 |
| 2014 | $1,099 +2.9% | $29,000 |
| 2013 | $1,068 +0.4% | $29,000 |
| 2012 | $1,064 +11.9% | $29,000 |
| 2011 | $951 | $29,000 |
| 2010 | $951 -3% | $29,000 |
| 2009 | $980 | $29,000 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,418/mo
Principal & interest
$2839
HOA Fees
$414
Property taxes
$165
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19966
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Love Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.7 mi
- 7/10Beacon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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