Price Reduction - Views - Golf Course - Primary on Main - Eco Friendly - Adult 55+
Address
23606 Thomas Paine Drive, Millsboro, DE
Price
$ 480,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#DESU2040308
- TypeSingle Family
- CountySUSSEX
- CityMillsboro
- AreaIndian River Hundred
- NeighborhoodIndependence
- Zip19966
- StyleRanch/Rambler,Bungalow,Coastal,Cottage
- Year Built2014
- Taxes$ 1261
- Price$ 480,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1674
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Take another look - as this small, energy efficient home with one-level living is the one you've been seeking! Quick move-in available AND sellers will pay the buyer's club membership initiation fee *and* the HOA capitalization fee; a total value of $6,000! Enjoy living in this popular 55+ community with luxurious club membership amenities near everything you need---the bays, golf, restaurants, services and more! Watch the sun rise while you enjoy coffee on your covered front porch, and then watch it set from your gorgeous patio while enjoying your guests! Sensible space with first floor living in this Schell Brothers "Osprey" floor plan with a genuine great-room concept , where all the living spaces are open to one another with no walls between (primary room, dining area, and kitchen) and access to the patio - great for entertaining! The back yard patio has a beautiful stone paver design, built-in grill, half-wall surround with built-in ambience lighting AND additional sliding glass doors from the owner's suite - plus a view of the nearby pond! Well maintained and thoughtfully appointed with features including vaulted family room, vaulted dining area, both with lots of natural light coming in from the back of the home, hardwood floors, 1st floor laundry located near the garage. The kitchen offers all LG brand stainless steel appliances including a 5-burner gas stove, French door inverter linear refrigerator, beautiful subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet hard-wired lighting, center island with sink, dishwasher and breakfast bar built in, granite countertops, pantry, ample cabinetry and counter space! The owner's suite with private access to the patio, tray ceiling with ceiling fan, walk-in closet, tile/glass step-in shower, double bowl vanity with transom window above. There are 2 additional bedrooms (1 is what the builder refers to as a 'flex' room) and a 2nd full bath at the front of the home. The 20 x 23 garage offers a crafting/work bench (bar?), service side door plus epoxy-coated floor! AND there is a *large double-door storage closet* in the garage! Located in the 55+ club membership community of "Independence", with its award-winning clubhouse amenities including indoor/outdoor lap and aerobic pools, massage rooms, billiards, theatre, and SO much more! Convenient to bays, beaches, golf and stores! Stores/services-3 miles, Baywood Greens public golf course - 4 miles, Freedom Boat Club - 6 miles, Rehoboth Beach - 11, Lewes/Cape Henlopen State Park - 12. **Energy efficient home with a geothermal system for primary heating and cooling, solar panels (owned) which are set up for NET metering plus a private well on the property for irrigation needs without increasing your public water bill. The current owner's solar and geothermal utility costs are significantly less than other homes in Indy with annual out-of-pocket costs for propane around $600, around $1,200 for electricity, and another $500 for routine maintenance service. Also: whole-house water filtration system, tankless water heater.) Fees explained: quarterly HOA dues of $688 + quarterly CLUB dues of $555 = COMBINED TOTAL OF $1243/QUARTER (....or....$414/month). Separate one-time, nonrefundable Independence Club INITIATION fee= $5,000 (seller will pay this). Property management collects a one-time 'transfer/processing fee' of $175.00 from buyer.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/5/2023 | Listed $539,900 |
| 7/15/2023 | 4% - $519,000 |
| 10/15/2023 | 1% - $514,000 |
| 11/14/2023 | 1% - $509,000 |
| 3/23/2024 | 2% - $499,000 |
| 6/13/2024 | 4% - $480,000 |
General Features
| Interior Features | Floor Plan - Open,Wood Floors,Kitchen - Gourmet |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Heat Pump(s) |
| Cooling | Geothermal,Heat Pump(s),Central A/C |
| Utilities | Under Ground,Other |
| Possession | Immediate |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer |
| Exterior Features | BBQ Grill,Extensive Hardscape,Underground Lawn Sprinkler |
| Zoning | AR-1 |
| HOA | 688.00 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Association Fee Includes | Common Area Maintenance,Management,Recreation Facility,Snow Removal,Lawn Maintenance,Trash,Road Maintenance,Pool(s) |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio(s) |
| Architectural Style | Ranch/Rambler,Bungalow,Coastal,Cottage |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 2014 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| Levels | 1 |
| Other Fees | 5000.00 |
| Tax Year | 2023 |
| Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Geothermal |
| Building Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Accessibility | Other |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Quarterly |
| County | SUSSEX |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Club House,Pool - Indoor,Pool - Outdoor,Retirement Community,Tennis Courts,Bar/Lounge,Common Grounds,Fitness Center,Party Room,Other,Jog/Walk Path,Billiard Room |
| HOA / Comm Assn | Yes |
| Energy Efficient | Home Energy Management |
| Subdivision Name | INDEPENDENCE |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Green Energy Generation | Net-Meter Renew Energy Credits,PV Solar Array(s) Owned |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | Route 5 to George Washington Ave. Follow to clubhouse. Left-Samuel Adams. 1st right-Franklin Roosevelt. 1st right-Thomas Paine. House on left (corner of Oliver Wolcott). |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2024-06-14T17:18:13 |
| City | MILLSBORO |
| Buyer Agent Compensation | 2.5 |
| Disclosures | None |
| Other Fees Frequency | One Time |
| Association Name | INDEPENDENCE HOA |
| Senior Community Y/N | Yes |
| MLS Area | Indian River Hundred (31008) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11326.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 25600.0 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1261.0 |
| Property Condition | Excellent |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Floors In Unit Count | 1 |
| Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 286.74 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA |
| Community Pool Features | Indoor,Other,Lap/Exercise |
| Historic Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Senior Community Age Req | 55 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zb0Mru2Nam8GBjDpAEZlU1N3-a29h3RS/view |
| Total SQFT | 1674 |
| Days on Market | 392 |
| Location Type | Corner Lot/Unit |
| Sussex DE Quadrants | Between Rt 1 & 113 |
| Builder Name | Schell Brothers |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | INDEPENDENCE |
| Tax Lot | 104 |
| Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % Of Gross |
| Association Recreation Fee | 555.00 |
| Association Recreation Fee | Yes |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Geo-thermal |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood,Carpet |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Vinyl Clad |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1674 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Room Type | Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Kitchen,Family Room,Study,Laundry,Full Bath |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Laundry Type | Main Floor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | Yes - Community |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Asphalt Driveway |
| Lot Features | Corner |
| Water Source | Public,Well |
| Inclusions | $6,000 incentive! Seller will pay buyer's $5,000 Independence club membership initiation fee PLUS the $1,000 HOA capitalization contribution fee. |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Other |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage |
| Land Use Code | 999 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 76.00 x 113.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| Road Surface Type | Black Top |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Sliding Glass |
| Builder Model | Osprey |
| Road Responsibility | Private |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 5000.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 2 | Main | |||
| Dining Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Family Room | Main | Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Full Bath | Main | |||
| Kitchen | Main | Countertop(s) - Granite,Breakfast Bar,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Flooring - HardWood | ||
| Laundry | Main | |||
| Primary Bedroom | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Walk-In Closet(s) | ||
| Study | Main |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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