Satterfield

The homes in Satterfield are crafted by K. Hovnanian Homes, known for their focus on "aging-in-place" functionality and contemporary design.
Floor Plans: Buyers can choose from various models, including popular ranch-style layouts like the Asheville and Aberdeen.
Square Footage: Homes typically range from 1,780 to over 2,700 square feet, often featuring 3 to 4 bedrooms and up to 3.5 bathrooms.
Key Features: Most designs prioritize main-level living with first-floor primary suites, gourmet kitchens with oversized islands, and two-car garages. High ceilings and open-concept great rooms are standard, providing an airy feel made for entertaining.

While Satterfield eschews the high-cost clubhouse model to keep fees low, the amenities focus on the natural environment and community wellness:
Scenic Community Ponds: Beautifully maintained water features that serve as the neighborhood's focal point for catch-and-release fishing or sunset viewing.
Expansive Trail System: Miles of paved, accessible paths that connect the entire community, for morning jogs or evening strolls with pets.
Open Green Spaces: Preserved common areas and meticulously landscaped entrances that maintain the community's premium, park-like aesthetic.

There is a specific charm to moving to Felton, DE that you won't find in the more tourist-heavy coastal towns. Satterfield represents one of the best neighborhoods in Felton, DE for those who want a slower pace of life without sacrificing modern comforts. The vibe is decidedly "country-quiet," where the sound of the wind through the trees is more common than the sound of traffic, yet you are never more than 15 minutes away from a high-end medical facility or a tax-free shopping mall.

Beaches: Accessible within a 45-to-50-minute drive to the shores of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.
Medical Care: Minutes away from the Bayhealth Kent Campus in Dover and the Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford, both of which are award-winning regional facilities.
Recreation: Located just down the road from Killens Pond State Park, offering kayaking, a water park, and extensive nature trails.
Daily Essentials: Quick access to the Route 13 corridor for groceries (including the famous Byler's Store), dining, and professional services.

Satterfield is known for having a very reasonable fee structure that protects property values without the high costs of a resort-style club.
Approximate Monthly HOA Fee (as of late 2025): Approximately $25 to $35 per month (often billed annually around $300-$400).
What the Fee Covers: Maintenance of the community ponds, common area landscaping, snow removal on community-owned roads, and administrative costs for the homeowner-led association.
Note: While the HOA maintains common spaces, individual homeowners are responsible for their own lawn care, giving owners the freedom to landscape their 1/3-acre lots exactly as they wish.

Satterfield is a Felton community with 1/3-acre lots and a low HOA fee of about $25 to $35 per month as of late 2025, often billed annually around $300 to $400.
Grounds: scenic community ponds for catch-and-release fishing, plus preserved common areas and landscaped entrances.
Trails: miles of paved, accessible paths connecting the community.
Maintenance: the fee covers the ponds, common area landscaping, snow removal on community-owned roads and administrative costs.
Lawn care: homeowners handle their own lawn care.
Price: a lower price point than Sussex County.
Call us at 302-549-5164 and we will get the current HOA documents and fees for any home you are considering.

Living in Satterfield means fully embracing the Delaware Advantage.
No State Sales Tax: Every dollar spent on groceries, clothing, and big-ticket items stays in your pocket.
Low Property Taxes: Delaware consistently ranks among the lowest in the nation for property taxes, a major draw for those relocating from the Northeast.
Retirement Income Exemptions: Social Security is exempt from state income tax, and as of 2026, Delaware residents may qualify for significant "Senior Deductions" to further lower their tax burden.