The architecture at The Estuary leans toward "Coastal Traditional," with a heavy emphasis on main-level living and open floor plans.
Home Types: Large single-family detached homes.

• Key Retiree Features: * Main-Level Owner's Suites: Almost every model is designed with the primary bedroom, laundry, and main living areas on the first floor.

  • Expanded Outdoor Living: Many homes feature large screened-in porches or "four-season" rooms that overlook the woods or community ponds.

  • High-Efficiency Construction: Homes are built to modern "Green" standards, featuring advanced insulation and air sealing to keep utility costs low during Delaware winters.
    Sizes: Homes range from a comfortable 1,800 sq. ft. to grand estates over 4,000 sq. ft.
    Price Range (2026): Starting in the mid-$600,000s for established resales and new phases, with premium wooded lots reaching into the $900,000s.

The Estuary’s "Lifestyle Campus" is one of the most comprehensive in Sussex County:
Dual Pools: Includes a resort-style main pool with an in-water sunning deck and a separate lap pool for exercise.
State-of-the-Art Clubhouse: Features a fitness center, yoga studio, arts and crafts room, and a grand lounge with a catering kitchen and bar.
Sports Courts: Dedicated facilities for pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball.
9-Hole Putting Green: Perfect for practicing your short game before heading to the nearby local courses.
Lakeside Amenities: A pier for fishing, kayak storage, and a sandy beach area with a large community fire pit.

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Bethany Beach: Just 5-7 miles away—about 12 minutes by car or a breezy ride on the community shuttle.
Assawoman Wildlife Area: Directly adjacent to the community, offering thousands of acres for crabbing, clamming, and birdwatching.
Shopping: 10 minutes to the grocery stores and pharmacies in Millville or the boutique shops in downtown Bethany.
Healthcare: Close proximity to the Beebe Healthcare facilities in Millville and the South Coastal Health Campus (ER and imaging) just minutes away.

The Estuary is designed for a low-maintenance lifestyle, ensuring the community stays pristine without the residents having to break a sweat.
Approximate Fee (2026): $235 to $275 per month.
What the Fee Covers: Full lawn maintenance (mowing, trimming, fertilization), snow removal, trash collection, common area landscaping, upkeep of the 17 miles of trails, and operation of the beach shuttle and clubhouse facilities.

The Shuttle: "Not having to fight for a $30 parking spot at the beach in July is worth every penny of the HOA fee. We just hop on the shuttle with our chairs and we’re there."
The Trails: "I walk three miles every morning and never have to leave the woods. It’s so peaceful here compared to the busy highway traffic."
The Social Life: "The 'No-Rental' policy is huge. We have a regular Friday night group at the fire pit, and we actually know all our neighbors."

Delaware's retiree tax advantages are fully realized in Frankford:
No Sales Tax: From big-ticket items to your morning coffee. 🚫
No Tax on Social Security: Keep more of your retirement check.
Low Property Taxes: Sussex County property taxes remain significantly lower than neighboring Maryland or New Jersey.
State Income Tax Exemption: Residents 60+ can exclude up to $12,500 of pension/investment income.