Prime Beachfront location at south end of South Bethany offers direct access to State Park south of town, which offers year round fishing, pet friendly beach and long unobstructed views. Excellent Rental potential established over many years grossing $87,885.00 in 2023. This home was booked solid from June 10th through Sep 9th, the 13 weeks Sellers offered for rent. Is currently renting for the 2024 season as a last minute rental listing at $8500/wk for prime weeks (just opened for rentals this 6/3). Enjoy this coastal retreat located in South Bethany, a family friendly quiet beach resort, just a mile and a half from the Bethany boardwalk & it's amenities, but only 1 block from shops & eateries in the York Beach Mall at the south end of town. Enter this accommodating home from the lower level Ocean Front covered deck, protected from weather & perfect for outdoor dining, games and outside leisure activities on a rainy or hot sunny day. The entry level offers ample storage for beach supplies and a spacious natural lighted laundry room. The main level boasts an inviting open floor plan, integrating living room, dining room and kitchen, perfect for entertaining! Windows abound offering a bright and airy beach feel with stunning views in all directions. A dual set of French doors creates a seamless flow from LR & DR out to the main Ocean Front deck. Enjoy the view down the State Park beach & the WWII submarine watching tower from the Kitchen sink window. Two large guest bedrooms and a full bath are conveniently located off the great room on he main level, one with French doors to a west deck with views of the park and "people watching" on Ocean Drive. Two sunlit primary suites complete with en-suite baths are featured on the upper level, spilling out to a large Ocean Front sun deck with elevated ocean views. Come see the sunrise over the ocean waves while sipping your morning brew or watch the sunsetting from the west balconies and decks as you enjoy all the beach has to offer all day and night. 2 Electic Storm Shutters on East wall main level over 2 Atrium French Doors leading to oceanfront deck.
Sold for $3,300,000
$3,300,000
1206 S Ocean Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
4beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$3,640,200 Zestimate®
$1,941/sqft
$2,637 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,640,200
$3.24M - $4.15M
$2,637/mo
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
DOUGLAS APPLING 302-539-0525,
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
Bought with:
LESLIE KOPP, RA-0003421
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
CHRISTI ARNDT, RS-0023120
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2060986
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Ocean Front, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Wood, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Atrium, French Doors, Insulated
- Windows: Casement, Energy Efficient, Insulated Windows, Screens, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,700
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Sandy Beach, Oceanfront, Swimming Allowed, Ocean
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 50,Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 130.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13420.1248.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pilings
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground, Cable Connected, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: South Bethany Harbor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethany Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,941/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,736,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,809
- Date on market: 5/1/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: As Shown
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 87885
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/6/2024 | Sold | $3,300,000-10.8%$1,941/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2060986 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2024 | Contingent | $3,700,000$2,176/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2060986 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Price change | $3,700,000-6.3%$2,176/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2060986 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000$2,324/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2060986 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,845 +210.3% | $1,368,200 +2903.7% |
| 2024 | $1,883 +0.1% | $45,550 |
| 2023 | $1,881 +1.6% | $45,550 |
| 2022 | $1,851 +3.1% | $45,550 |
| 2021 | $1,795 +4.8% | $45,550 |
| 2020 | $1,713 | $45,550 |
| 2019 | $1,713 +0.4% | $45,550 |
| 2018 | $1,706 -1.8% | $45,550 |
| 2017 | $1,737 +13.5% | $45,550 |
| 2016 | $1,530 -3% | $45,550 |
| 2015 | $1,577 +1.5% | $45,550 |
| 2014 | $1,554 -1.1% | $45,550 |
| 2013 | $1,571 +3.4% | $45,550 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $1,519 +0.8% | $44,800 |
| 2011 | $1,508 | $44,800 |
| 2010 | $1,508 +0.4% | $44,800 |
| 2009 | $1,501 | $44,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19930
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lord Baltimore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lord Baltimore
- Middle: Indian River
- High: Indian River
- District: Indian River
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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