For Sale

Listed by Christine Lombardi from Northrop Realty

Source: Bright MLS #DESU2122928

21 Clayton Avenue, Frankford, DE, 19945

$275,000

3
2
6
1493 sq. ft.
15682 sq. ft.

SingleFam

•

1 day on the market

What's around 21 Clayton Avenue

About this property

A welcoming front porch, a classic porch swing, and the enduring character of the 1930s make this charming farmhouse feel like home from the moment you arrive. Offering three bedrooms and two baths, it pairs treasured architectural details with comfortable everyday living, all on a large fenced yard backing to open farmland. Inside, original millwork frames the doorways, windows, and staircase, while crown molding adds a graceful finishing touch to the living room. A coat drop zone offers a convenient place to settle in, and a distinctive diamond-shaped window adds personality. Set on a brick platform, a corner pellet stove brings warmth throughout the home, creating an inviting setting for cooler days. Recessed lighting brightens both the living room and kitchen. An atrium door opens to the kitchen, where a vaulted ceiling and several windows create a bright, airy atmosphere. A porcelain farmhouse sink, gas cooking, and a stainless steel refrigerator with an ice and water dispenser combine charm with practicality, while a pantry cabinet provides additional storage. The adjoining breakfast nook, also featuring a vaulted ceiling and accented by wainscoting, is a delightful spot for morning coffee or a casual meal. A pass-through connects the kitchen to the dining room, where two arched doorways and crown molding continue the home’s distinctive character. This versatile space could also serve as a family room, with an atrium door opening to the backyard. Nearby, the laundry room features a front-loading washer and dryer and a handy folding counter, along with a full bathroom with a stall shower. Upstairs, two bedrooms and another full bathroom showcase more of the home’s beautiful millwork. One bedroom overlooks the backyard and farm fields beyond, offering a lovely view through the changing seasons. A short additional staircase leads to the third bedroom and an adjoining space with potential for a generous walk-in closet. The large fenced backyard offers room to garden, gather, and enjoy the outdoors, with a patio perfect for outdoor dining and open farmland creating a scenic backdrop. A shed provides convenient storage for tools and outdoor essentials. A nearby town park adds to the appeal with a playset, exercise equipment, basketball court, and picnic pavilion. Convenient access to Route 113 keeps everyday travel easy, while coastal destinations are within reach, with the Bethany Beach Boardwalk approximately 11 miles away, Fenwick Island State Park approximately 13 miles away, and Freeman Arts Pavilion approximately 9 miles away. Full of warmth and original character, this inviting home offers a charming place to put down roots.

Looking for more information on 21 Clayton Avenue?

Explore comparables, sales history and growth for this property.
Learn more

Similar properties for sale nearby

For Sale
$199,000
32630 Townsends Road
Frankford DE 19945
3
1
1
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of NextHome Preferred
For Sale
$749,990
23470 East Gate Drive
Frankford DE 19945
3
3
8
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
For Sale
$559,900
36153 Watch Hill Road
Frankford DE 19945
3
2
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Engel & Völkers Ocean City

Other properties for sale by Northrop Realty

For Sale
$295,000
Lot 2 Wil King Road
Lewes DE 19958
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Northrop Realty
For Sale
$540,000
12 Coventry Court
Ocean Pines MD 21811
3
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Northrop Realty
For Sale
$399,000
26813 Lonesome Road
Seaford DE 19973
3
2
12
Other
Listing courtesy of Northrop Realty

Browse properties sold in nearby areas

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which Northrop Realty participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement. The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have closed or are no longer being offered for sale. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved.

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the "DMCA") provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under MLS GRID IDX Rules Updated September 16, 2024 7 U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to: dmca@ratemyagent.com

The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

Email
© 2026 RateMyAgent