Waterfront elegance is here and awaits the consummate buyer that appreciates style and elegance blended with coastal beach and bay lifestyle. This amazing designer decorated house (featuring a brand new paint color) is the total package with unlimited choices - walk to the private beaches of South Bethany or jump on your boat and jet skis for a fun day on the water (with the ease of boat lifts). The interior of the home demonstrates open concept, perfect for family gatherings and each space will be sure to wow you - starting with hardwood throughout, top level finishes, elevator, beautiful decor, cozy fireplace and overall luxury any owner would desire. Sold fully furnished and turnkey ready. You have to see to believe!
Sold for $2,025,000
$2,025,000
153 New Castle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
5beds
3,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$2,012,100 Zestimate®
$596/sqft
$3,538 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,012,100
$1.85M - $2.17M
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Boat liftsWaterfront eleganceDesigner decorated houseTop level finishesOverall luxuryCozy fireplaceFamily gatherings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jenny Smith 302-245-7581,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
LESLIE KOPP, RA-0003421
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Chris Housman, RS0036429
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2090028
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Elevator, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,400
- Total interior livable area: 3,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,400
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13417.19180.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Pilings
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Bethany Harbor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethany Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $596/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,279,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,194
- Date on market: 7/6/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Sold | $2,025,000-3.5%$596/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2090028 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Pending sale | $2,099,000$617/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2090028 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2025 | Contingent | $2,099,000$617/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2090028 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $2,099,000-2.4%$617/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2090028 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+497.2%$632/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2090028 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2014 | Sold | $360,000$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,734 +22.8% | $639,900 +1088.3% |
| 2024 | $2,227 +0.1% | $53,850 |
| 2023 | $2,224 +1.6% | $53,850 |
| 2022 | $2,188 +3.1% | $53,850 |
| 2021 | $2,123 +4.8% | $53,850 |
| 2020 | $2,026 +0.4% | $53,850 |
| 2019 | $2,016 0% | $53,850 |
| 2018 | $2,016 -1.8% | $53,850 |
| 2017 | $2,053 +13.5% | $53,850 |
| 2016 | $1,809 +1.8% | $53,850 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $1,776 +760.9% | $52,150 +762% |
| 2014 | $206 -1.1% | $6,050 |
| 2013 | $209 -62.3% | $6,050 -61.3% |
| 2012 | $553 +0.4% | $15,650 |
| 2011 | $551 | $15,650 |
| 2010 | $551 +6.1% | $15,650 +6.1% |
| 2009 | $519 | $14,750 |
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Neighborhood: 19930
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lord Baltimore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.9 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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