18 Delaware Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
What's special
OCEAN BLOCK LOCATION MEETS TIMELESS COASTAL CHARACTER in this updated turn-of-the-century beach cottage just steps from the sand, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk & Funland, bandstand, and premier dining and shopping on Rehoboth Avenue. Situated in desirable South Rehoboth, this classic residence offers 5+ bedrooms across two levels, making it ideal for hosting large family gatherings or maintaining a high-capacity vacation rental. Highlights include an expansive screened front porch perfect for catching ocean breezes, a spacious main-level living room, dedicated dining space, sunroom opening to a rear patio, and a primary bedroom on the second floor complete with a private balcony. The property also features an unfinished 863 sq. ft. walk-up attic offering immense expansion potential. Currently generating approximately $65,000 in rental income with strong upside, town guidelines for FAR and lot coverage provide flexibility to remodel, and/or expand. Whether envisioned as a family beach retreat, a high-yield rental investment, or a historic project, this is a distinct opportunity in one of Rehoboth’s most coveted locations.Call today!
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Lee Ann Wilkinson 302-645-6664,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661,
Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Game Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Upper
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Kitchen - Propane Cooking
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Galley, Other
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,982
- Total interior livable area: 2,119 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,119
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Street
- Waterfront features: Oceanblock, Ocean
- Body of water: Rehoboth Beach
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,977 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00 x 49.77 x 99.56
- Features: Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33414.1865.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Coastal,Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
- Major remodel year: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Rehoboth
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rehoboth Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,321/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,136,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,461
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Porch Furniture & 1 Couch, Arcade Gaming System(s)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,799,9000%$1,321/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2122130 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Sold | $2,800,000-6.6%$1,321/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2087710 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $2,999,000$1,415/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2087710 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Contingent | $2,999,000$1,415/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2087710 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000$1,415/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2087710 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,513 +316.1% | $1,068,300 +4755.9% |
| 2024 | $1,084 +0.1% | $22,000 |
| 2023 | $1,083 +3.6% | $22,000 |
| 2022 | $1,046 +64.4% | $22,000 |
| 2021 | $636 +0.5% | $22,000 |
| 2020 | $633 | $22,000 |
| 2019 | $633 -0.2% | $22,000 |
| 2018 | $634 +12.1% | $22,000 |
| 2017 | $566 +7.8% | $22,000 |
| 2016 | $525 +4% | $22,000 |
| 2015 | $505 +1.9% | $22,000 |
| 2014 | $496 +2.7% | $22,000 |
| 2013 | $483 +0.6% | $22,000 |
| 2012 | $480 +7.8% | $22,000 |
| 2011 | $445 | $22,000 |
| 2010 | $445 -2.4% | $22,000 |
| 2009 | $456 | $22,000 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$2,648,400
$2.52M - $2.78M
$2,992/mo
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