140 Ocean Farm Drive, Frankford, DE 19945 $489,000

Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,800
Acreage: 0.23
Age:22 years
Style:
Coastal, Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DESU2098050
Subdivision: Ocean Farms
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 140 Ocean Farm Drive – a pristine, single-story coastal retreat in the peaceful Ocean Farms community, just 2.5 miles from the Bethany Beach boardwalk. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence or a charming second home by the sea, this thoughtfully curated property is ready to impress. Inspired by the coral beaches of Key West, the home’s coastal palette and distinctive architectural layout flow effortlessly from one space to the next. Impeccably maintained and beautifully styled, it offers easy single-level living with multiple indoor and outdoor areas designed for entertaining and everyday comfort. At the heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen with breakfast room, featuring quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, a spacious pantry, and multiple prep zones for the at-home chef. Casual meals can be enjoyed at the breakfast bar or breakfast room, while the dining room is ideal for dinner parties. The main living room welcomes you with soaring 10’ ceilings and architectural pass-throughs that flood the space with natural light. A sun-filled solarium family room wrapped in picture windows offers panoramic views of lush gardens. Step onto the screened porch or rear deck to enjoy the home’s “secret garden”, a landscaped oasis that frames the home, with seasonal blooms and serene green space. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a spacious walk-in closet and a spa-inspired ensuite featuring a tiled shower and quartz vanity. Two additional bedrooms and a full-hall bath provide comfortable accommodations for guests. A laundry center, mudroom entrance, and oversized garage with ample storage adding practical convenience. This home also boasts long-standing upgrades such as Hunter Douglas window treatments, remodeled bathrooms, upgraded kitchen countertops, a Trane high-efficiency HVAC system with propane backup, and a whole-home air purification system. The crawl space has been professionally remediated, while exterior improvements include privacy screening, new front doors, a roof with transferable warranty, and a Wi-Fi-enabled garage door. Over the last five years, the owners have continued to enhance the home, including a full roof replacement in 2020, new garage door and Wi-Fi LiftMaster opener (2020), PlasmaPure air purification with UV fresh air system (2023), new crawl space dehumidifier with five-year warranty (2025), driveway sealcoating (2025), and new washer and dryer (2025). These thoughtful updates ensure both comfort and peace of mind. Come see 140 Ocean Farm Drive, your private coastal retreat, where modern comfort, thoughtful upgrades, and timeless style let you live every day like a vacation.

Foyer: 15 X 10 - Main
Dining Room: 11 X 9 - Main
Living Room: 20 X 14 - Main
Kitchen: 12 X 12 - Main
Breakfast Room: 12 X 10 - Main
Solarium: 13 X 12 - Main
Primary Bed: 14 X 14 - Main
Bedroom 2: 13 X 10 - Main
Bedroom 3: 11 X 10 - Main
Screened Porch: 13 X 12 - Main
Taxes: $931
Home Assoc: $77/Monthly
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: N
Pool: Yes - Community
School Dist: Indian River
High School: Indian River

Features

Community
HOA: Yes; Amenities: Picnic Area, Pool - Outdoor; Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Snow Removal, Trash;

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Heat Pump(s), Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, Main Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Oversized, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Partially Carpeted Flooring, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High Ceilings, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, Double Pane Windows, Window Screens, Vinyl Clad Windows, Six Panel Doors, Sliding Glass Doors, Storm Doors, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector

Exterior
Block Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Pitched Roof, Frame Exterior, Stick Built Exterior, Vinyl Siding, Porch(es), Roof Deck, Screened Porch/Deck, Extensive Hardscape, Outside Shower, Fenced Pool, In Ground Pool

Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Garden/Lawn View, Trees/Woods View

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Public Elementary (1 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Lord Baltimore Elementary School Indian River School District K–5 Ocean View 2.12 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Frankford (19945), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 28
  • Average salary of people in this community: $47,169

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 105
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.38
  • Households w/ Children: 36%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 2,396 (55.0%)
  • Rented: 443 (10.2%)
  • Vacant: 1,520 (34.9%)
  • Total: 4,359

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 6,771
Households: 2,839
Median Age: 55.20

Climate and Weather

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 5.9%
  • Some High School: 9.5%
  • High School Graduate: 34.0%
  • Some College: 20.3%
  • Associate Degree: 6.2%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 15.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.6%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $62,688

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Two Bedroom: $1,125
  • Three Bedroom: $1,228
  • Four Bedroom: $1,266

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Northrop Realty , (302) 539-2900

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Listing data as of 10/02/2025.

140 Ocean Farm Drive, Frankford, DE 19945

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