Welcome to the kind of home that just feels different the moment you pull up. Perfectly positioned on one of the largest lots in the neighborhood, just shy of an acre, this 3+ bedroom home with a bonus 4th bedroom checks every box and then goes a step further. It is not your typical beach-area build. This one has personality, intention, and a little bit of edge in all the right ways. Step inside and you are immediately greeted by a light-filled great room with soaring vaulted ceilings, rich hardwood flooring, and a cozy gas fireplace that anchors the space beautifully. It is open, inviting, and designed for real living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen delivers exactly what buyers are hoping for. Granite countertops, updated GE stainless appliances, and a bonus gas cooktop alongside the traditional range setup that gives you flexibility whether you are hosting a crowd or just enjoying a quiet night in. It is equal parts function and style. The owner’s suite is privately tucked away and truly feels like a retreat. Two oversized walk-in closets give you all the storage you could want, and the en-suite bath with soaking tub offers that exhale-at-the-end-of-the-day moment we are all looking for. Two additional first-floor bedrooms are thoughtfully separated, giving everyone their own space, while the second-floor bonus room easily functions as a fourth bedroom, guest space, office, or flex room depending on your lifestyle. And then there is the lower level… a blank canvas that is anything but basic. The unfinished basement offers serious square footage for storage, future finished space, or even a secure retreat during storms. Beneath it all, a fully poured crawl space means zero maintenance concerns and no moisture headaches. It is rare to find this kind of versatility and peace of mind. The upgrades here matter, and they have already been done for you. Since ownership, the home has been elevated with a fully fenced backyard in sleek aluminum, a high efficiency dual fuel heat pump HVAC system, a Rinnai tankless water heater, all new GE stainless appliances, and updated hardware throughout the entire home. Even the details have been considered, from custom closet shelving in every bedroom to an oversized laundry room with built-ins and utility sink. Outside, the space is just as impressive. A flat, expansive backyard that offers privacy, room to entertain, and the kind of breathing room that is getting harder and harder to find this close to the beach. And that driveway… talk about room for cars… for days. Whether you are hosting, have multiple drivers, or even need space for your boat or RV, the HOA allows for driveway and yard storage, giving you flexibility that is hard to come by. This one delivers in a big way. And the location… this is where everything just clicks. You get that peaceful, tucked-away, country quiet feel, while still being just a few miles to downtown Lewes and minutes from Rehoboth Beach. Mornings can start slow and quiet, and within a short drive you are at the beach, grabbing dinner, or enjoying everything coastal living has to offer. It is that rare balance of space, convenience, and lifestyle all wrapped into one. This is more than a home. It is a vibe. It is a lifestyle. And it is ready for its next chapter. ***Pre-inspection completed!!!***
For sale
$630,000
30462 Half Shell Rd, Milton, DE 19968
4beds
2,484sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
0.88 Acres Lot
$613,200 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Light-filled great roomSoaring vaulted ceilingsCozy gas fireplaceRich hardwood flooringUpdated ge stainless appliancesGranite countertopsTwo oversized walk-in closets
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nicole Callender 410-440-6688,
Keller Williams Realty Delmarva 4105246400
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2110772
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Soaking Tub
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Soaking Tub, Other, Breakfast Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,216
- Total interior livable area: 2,484 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,484
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Storage, Oversized, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.88 Acres
- Dimensions: 148.00 x 278.00
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23516.00134.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Underground
- Sewer: Gravity Sept Fld
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Oyster Rock
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $600 annually
Location
- Region: Milton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $254/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $546,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,154
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Estimated market value
$613,200
$583,000 - $644,000
$3,264/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $630,000+9.6%$254/sqft |
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| 5/20/2022 | Sold | $575,000-4.2%$231/sqft |
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| 5/17/2022 | Pending sale | $599,900$242/sqft |
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| 4/13/2022 | Contingent | $599,900$242/sqft |
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| 4/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $599,900+5.4%$242/sqft |
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| 3/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $569,000+11.6%$229/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2021 | Sold | $510,000+4.1%$205/sqft |
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| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $489,900$197/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES GALLO-L #DESU175422 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,154 -43.9% | $273,150 +555% |
| 2024 | $2,055 +0.1% | $41,700 |
| 2023 | $2,054 +3.6% | $41,700 |
| 2022 | $1,982 +0.9% | $41,700 |
| 2021 | $1,964 +0.3% | $41,700 |
| 2020 | $1,958 | $41,700 |
| 2019 | $1,958 -0.1% | $41,700 |
| 2018 | $1,961 +7.1% | $41,700 |
| 2017 | $1,831 +9.9% | $41,700 |
| 2016 | $1,666 +4.7% | $41,700 |
| 2015 | $1,592 +0.7% | $41,700 |
| 2014 | $1,580 +2.9% | $41,700 |
| 2013 | $1,535 +0.4% | $41,700 |
| 2012 | $1,530 +11.9% | $41,700 |
| 2011 | $1,367 | $41,700 |
| 2010 | $1,367 -3% | $41,700 |
| 2009 | $1,409 | $41,700 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19968
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Milton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5 mi
- 5/10Mariner Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Cape Henlopen
- District: Cape Henlopen
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- Delaware
- Sussex County
- Lewes
- 19968
- 30462 Half Shell Rd





