4404 S Bowers Rd, Milford, DE, 19963
About This Home
Become the ENVY of all your family and friends! Enjoy the ease of single-level living with a blank canvas ready for your imagination. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this waterfront gem offers a rare opportunity to create the coastal getaway you’ve always envisioned. Renovations are already underway, giving you a head start to finish the home in your own personal style. With the potential for up to three bedrooms, the flexible layout can easily be customized to fit your needs. A one-car garage adds everyday convenience, while the true highlight is the expansive wooden deck leading to a private dock with a charming covered porch—perfect for fishing, boating, crabbing, or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful water views. Paddle your kayak across the river to JP’s Wharf or the popular Bayview Inn for great food and live music. Enjoy seasonal small-town celebrations in North Bowers and the welcoming local community. Ideally located with great investment potential, this property is just minutes from DE Turf Sports Complex and a short drive to Milford for shopping, dining, pubs, and farmers markets. Conveniently situated for easy trips to Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Ocean City. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek modern retreat or a cozy beach bungalow, this property is filled with possibilities. Create your own slice of paradise in one of Delaware’s hidden coastal communities. Property is being sold as-is. Exterior photos have been enhanced by Chatgpt to show a sunny day.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Below Average
- Year built: 1980
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Unknown
- Construction materials: Stick Built
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Area: 0
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional,Dry Wall
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,704
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,704
- Total interior livable area: 1,704 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: MD0011517011000000
- Zoning: RS1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,River,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,River,Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site,Canal,Boat - Powered,Canoe/Kayak,Fishing Allowed,Personal Watercraft (PWC),Private Access,River
- Waterbody name: Murderkill River
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 37,Water Frontage Ft: 37
Lot
- Lot size: 5,140 sqft
- Features: Open Lot,Bulkheaded,Cleared,Flood Plain,Front Yard
- Lot size dimensions: 37.00 x 114.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear,Private,Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,527 | $30,324 |
| Home Insurance * | $188 | $2,256 |
| Property Taxes | $145 | $1,740 |
| Electricity | $251 | $3,021 |
| Total | $3,111 | $37,332 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Delaware FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-25 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
| 2025-12-01 | Listing removed | $650,000 |
| 2025-07-15 | Price change | $650,000 |
| 2025-04-30 | Listed for sale | $700,000 |
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