Forest Landing at Ellendale

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Forest Landing
at Ellendale

1234 N Old State Road,

Ellendale, DE 19941

55+ Community

No, open to all ages

Where in Delaware

Ellendale, Central Sussex County

New / Resale

New

Golf community

No

Welcome toForest Landing

Forest Landing is a new master-planned community under development in Ellendale, Delaware, with single-family and villa homes planned. It sits off Route 113 in Sussex County. Milford and Milton are nearby, including Bayhealth Hospital in Milford, the Broadkill River and local dining.

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New Construction Value in Central Sussex County

Forest Landing in Ellendale is a new development. It is a different community from Forest Landing at Bethany Beach, which is in Frankford. This one is in Ellendale, in central Sussex County.
Central Location: Forest Landing is near Route 113, closer to services than to the beaches. It is minutes from the city of Milford and the Bayhealth Hospital Sussex Campus. It also has easy access to the town of Milton.
Variety of Housing Options: The community is expected to include both single-family homes and villa-style (multi-family) homes, at different price points.
Modern Design and Efficiency: The homes are new construction with energy-efficient features, open floor plans and modern finishes.
Nature and Nearby Towns: Nature areas such as Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and the Broadkill River in Milton are a short drive away, for fishing, kayaking and hiking. The historic downtowns of Milton and Milford have theaters, a brewery (Dogfish Head) and restaurants.

About the Homes 🏡

The new Forest Landing in Ellendale is planned to offer single-family homes and villas.
Builder: Lennar (Anticipated)
Home Types: Single-Family Detached Homes ("Manor Collection") and Attached Villa/Multi-Family Homes ("Villas Collection").
Sizes: Homes have open floor plans, ranging from about 1,443 to 2,238 square feet in the floor plans below.
Key Features: Floor plans will prioritize First-Floor Primary Suites in many models, for single-level living. The homes have modern finishes.

About the Amenities 🌳

The community is planned to feature these core amenities:
Clubhouse / Amenity Center (Anticipated central gathering spot)
Outdoor Swimming Pool 🏊‍♀️
Pickleball Courts 🎾
Walking Trails and Green Spaces
Tot Lot

Neighborhood Story 📖

Forest Landing is new construction in Ellendale, a small town in central Sussex County. For a buyer moving to Ellendale, Delaware, it offers new single-family homes and villas, with Bayhealth Hospital in Milford and the services of Milford and Milton minutes away.

Local Area and Proximity 📍

What is near Forest Landing in Ellendale:
Healthcare: Minutes from Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus in Milford.
Arts & Culture: A short drive to the theaters and dining of Milford and Milton (Milton Theatre, Dogfish Head Brewery).
Beaches: A drive to the Delaware Bay beaches, such as Slaughter Beach, and to the Atlantic beaches of Lewes and Rehoboth via Route 1.
Shopping: Close to grocery stores and retail along Route 1 and Route 113.

HOA and Maintenance 🛠️

Specific HOA fee details are pending the community's official launch and final structure.
Monthly HOA Fee (as of October 2025): Not yet set. Ask us for the current figure.
What the Fee Covers (Anticipated): Common area maintenance, amenity upkeep (pool, clubhouse, courts), and road maintenance.
Note: Villa fees may be slightly higher than single-family fees, as they typically cover more exterior maintenance.

What You Get

Forest Landing at Ellendale is a planned community near Route 113, minutes from the Bayhealth medical campus.
Amenities: a planned clubhouse, outdoor pool, pickleball courts, walking trails, green spaces and a tot lot.
Homes: single-family homes and villas, many with first-floor primary suites.
Maintenance: the fee is anticipated to cover common areas, the pool, clubhouse and courts, and road maintenance.
Villas: villa fees may be slightly higher than single-family fees, as they typically cover more exterior maintenance.
Call us at 302-549-5164 and we will get the current HOA documents and fees for any home you are considering.

Tax Benefits 💰

Read this first: Active Adults Realty is not a tax, legal or financial advisor and nothing below is advice. Confirm every figure with your own tax professional and with Sussex County before you rely on it.
Ellendale is in Sussex County. Delaware tax facts:
No Sales Tax: Delaware has zero sales tax.
Property Taxes (as of October 2025): Set by Sussex County and the local school district. Estimated annual tax bills often range from $1,800 to $3,500 annually.
Pension Exclusion: Residents aged 60 and older can exclude up to $12,500 of eligible income (pensions, 401k/IRA distributions) from state income tax.
No State Social Security Tax: Social Security benefits are not taxed by the State of Delaware.

Straight AnswersForest Landing at Ellendale Questions

What are the HOA fees in Forest Landing at Ellendale?

Specific HOA fee details are pending the community's official launch. The fee is anticipated to cover common area maintenance, amenity upkeep (pool, clubhouse, courts) and road maintenance. Villa fees may be slightly higher than single-family fees. Ask us for the current figure. Fees change, and we will confirm it for any home you are considering.

Is Forest Landing at Ellendale a 55+ community?

No. Forest Landing at Ellendale is not age restricted. It is open to buyers of all ages.

What kinds of homes are in Forest Landing at Ellendale?

New single-family detached homes (Manor Collection) and attached villas (Villas Collection). The floor plans on this page run from 1,443 to 2,238 sq. ft. with 3 to 5 bedrooms, and many models have a first-floor primary suite.

What amenities does Forest Landing at Ellendale have?

Planned amenities include a clubhouse or amenity center, an outdoor swimming pool, pickleball courts, walking trails and green spaces, and a tot lot.

Is Forest Landing at Ellendale the same as Forest Landing at Bethany Beach?

No. Forest Landing at Bethany Beach is a different community, in Frankford. This Forest Landing is in Ellendale.

Is Forest Landing at Ellendale still being built?

Yes. Forest Landing is under development, and its amenities and HOA fees are still being planned.

Where is Forest Landing at Ellendale?

Forest Landing is at 1234 N Old State Road in Ellendale, near Route 113 in central Sussex County. It is minutes from Milford and Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, and a drive from Slaughter Beach and the Atlantic beaches of Lewes and Rehoboth.

What is for sale in Forest Landing at Ellendale right now?

The current listings are on this page. Call us at 302-549-5164 and we will tell you what is for sale and what has sold recently.

lennar (manor)Floor Plans

Browse the floor plans to see which model best suits you:

3 Bed

2 Bath

2 Car Garage

1857 sq. ft.

5 Bed

3 Bath

2 Car Garage

2238 sq. ft.

3 Bed

2 Bath

2 Car Garage

1572 sq. ft.

3 Bed

2 Bath

2 Car Garage

1443 sq. ft.

5 Bed

3 Bath

2 Car Garage

2238 sq. ft.

lennar (villas)Floor Plans

Browse the floor plans to see which model best suits you:

3 Bed

2 full / 1 half Bath

2 Car Garage

1915 sq. ft.

3 Bed

2 full / 1 half Bath

2 Car Garage

1917 sq. ft.

3 Bed

2 full / 1 halfBath

2 Car Garage

2114 sq. ft.

Around Forest Landing at Ellendale

Where it is

Forest Landing at Ellendale is in Ellendale, Sussex County, Delaware. You can see it beside every other community that has a page on our site on our Delaware Community Map.

Public schools

Forest Landing at Ellendale is in the Milford School District. School assignments can change, so confirm a specific address with the district: Milford School District.

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Disclaimer: While we strive to do our best to have the most current information available on our website, please note that availability of models, their prices, and square footage are subject to change without notice by the Builder. For the most current info on models available, pricing and square footage, please contact us.
Call 302-549-5164 or email [email protected] You may want to read this article on Understanding Base Model Pricing.
Active Adults Realty office: 302-424-1890