"The Dream Home" – A spectacular contemporary custom-built estate where luxury, craftsmanship, and resort-style living come together in the prestigious Haven Lake Estates. From the moment you arrive, this extraordinary residence makes a lasting impression. A gated entrance with elegant wrought-iron fencing opens to a lighted asphalt driveway accented with pavers, leading to the recently constructed, climate-controlled three-car detached garage. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a truly one-of-a-kind property. Step inside the grand two-story foyer featuring soaring ceilings, a sparkling chandelier, and a dramatic curved staircase leading to the second-floor catwalk overlooking the main living area. Just beyond, a sun-filled sitting room provides the perfect retreat to enjoy a quiet morning with coffee and the day's news, while the formal dining room is ideal for hosting memorable holiday gatherings and elegant dinner parties. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, showcasing a newly expanded center island with abundant storage, custom cabinetry with accent lighting, hard-surface countertops, a farmhouse sink, and brand-new stainless steel appliances, including a gas range with a drop-down exhaust. The adjoining breakfast area overlooks the beautifully landscaped backyard, creating the perfect setting for casual dining. The breathtaking great room serves as the heart of the home, highlighted by a stunning floor-to-ceiling custom built-in entertainment wall and an impressive wall of windows that frame picturesque views of the outdoor living space, heated in-ground pool, wooded backdrop, and gently winding brook. The privately situated first-floor primary suite is a luxurious retreat featuring separate walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bath complete with a walk-in shower, porcelain soaking tub, double vanity, and a modern digital mirror. The second level offers a private guest suite with its own full bath and walk-in closet, two additional generously sized bedrooms, and another full bathroom. A spacious bonus room with its own private bath, built-in entertainment center, and adjoining office with custom workspace provides endless possibilities as a home office, media room, guest quarters, or recreation space. The finished lower level is equally impressive, featuring a dedicated theater room with surround sound and recessed lighting, along with additional flexible space perfect for a home gym, yoga studio, craft room, or game room. Ample storage with built-in shelving completes the basement. Designed for both entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the outdoor living spaces rival a private resort. The fenced backyard features a recently installed heated in-ground pool, expansive paver patio, newer deck, fully equipped outdoor kitchen with plumbing, pergola, relaxing hot tub, fire pit, gazebo, playground area, and generous green space for gardening or recreation. Recently installed sod and professional landscaping further enhance the beauty of this remarkable property. Additional highlights include a main-level laundry room with overhead cabinetry, an attached three-car garage, a recently replaced roof and siding, a tankless water heater, and meticulous maintenance throughout. Conveniently located within easy driving distance of major metropolitan areas, Delaware's award-winning beaches, and popular coastal destinations, this exceptional estate offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience. More than just a home, it is a lifestyle—a private oasis you'll never want to leave.
For sale
$1,549,000
19 Lake Crest Dr, Milford, DE 19963
4beds
3,659sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
3.8 Acres Lot
$896,000 Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Relaxing hot tubFire pitFarmhouse sinkPlayground areaExpansive paver patioSun-filled sitting roomSparkling chandelier
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Watson 302-542-8422,
The Watson Realty Group, LLC (302) 422-4400,
Co-Listing Agent: Jamie Watson 302-258-6825,
The Watson Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DEKT2048426
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Media Room, Hobby Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 X 16
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - Bamboo, Kitchen - Propane Cooking, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Bamboo
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Bamboo, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Media room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Studio, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Tile/Brick
- Doors: Insulated, Sliding Glass
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,040
- Total interior livable area: 3,659 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,659
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Enclosed, Driveway, Private, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lighting, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler, Play Area, Play Equipment, Sidewalks, Boat Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Private
- Spa features: Bath, Hot Tub
- Fencing: Aluminum,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 3.8 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Open Lot, Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Stream/Creek, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: parcel #3100
- Parcel number: MD0018200027400000
- Zoning: AC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick Front, CPVC/PVC, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Cable, Satellite Internet Service
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Haven Lake Ests
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $667,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,409
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances, Washer & Dryer, Hot Tub With Cover, Outside Kitchen Equipment, Some Furnishings, Water Conditioner, Central Vacuum With Attachments, Pool Equipment With Cover, Two Sheds, Surround Sound And Controls, Window Treatments, Wall Mount Brackets, Additional Lot Parcel Number Md-00-18200-02-3100.000
- Exclusions: Baby Grand Piano, Playground / Play Set
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$896,000
$815,000 - $986,000
$5,096/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,549,000+19.6%$423/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DEKT2048426 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2025 | Listing removed | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2024 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$354/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2024 | Price change | $1,295,000-7.5%$354/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000+163.2%$383/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DEKT2025928 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2019 | Sold | $532,000-9.5%$145/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2018 | Price change | $588,000-0.2%$161/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX TWIN COUNTIES INC #DEKT152658 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2018 | Price change | $588,900-1.7%$161/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX TWIN COUNTIES INC #1001569280 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $598,900$164/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Twin Counties #1004268689 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,293 -4.2% | $635,100 |
| 2024 | $2,393 +6% | $635,100 +531.9% |
| 2023 | $2,258 +2.3% | $100,500 |
| 2022 | $2,207 -1.7% | $100,500 |
| 2021 | $2,245 -0.8% | $100,500 |
| 2020 | $2,263 -0.5% | $100,500 |
| 2019 | $2,274 -0.3% | $100,500 |
| 2018 | $2,282 | $100,500 |
| 2017 | $2,282 -6.7% | $100,500 |
| 2016 | $2,446 +36.6% | $100,500 |
| 2015 | $1,791 +2.1% | $100,500 |
| 2014 | $1,754 | $100,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $100,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $100,500 -5.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,200 -1.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $107,900 |
| 2000 | $1,503 | $107,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19963
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mispillion ElementaryGrades: 1-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 3/10Milford Central AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 5/10Milford Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Milford Central Academy
- High: Milford
- District: Milford
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- 19 Lake Crest Dr
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