Welcome to an impressive waterfront home in the highly desirable Bayfront at Rehoboth community, where breathtaking views of Rehoboth Bay await. This exceptional property offers access to a private bay beach—perfect for launching kayaks, relaxing under the gazebo, or lounging on the sand. Explore serene walking and biking trails, take a dip in the bayside pool with its charming bathhouse, or gather in the designer clubhouse for social events and private gatherings. Inside, the home boasts an open-concept layout with three spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite featuring an expansive bathroom with a large walk-in shower and soaking tub. An office, study room and two additional bedrooms provide ample room for guests. The designer kitchen, complete with granite countertops and a sunny breakfast nook, opens onto a screened porch overlooking the stunning Rehoboth Bay. The adjoining great room, warmed by a gas fireplace with custom built-ins, offers a cozy yet sophisticated space for relaxation. A formal dining room, accented by grand columns, is ideal for entertaining. Throughout the home, you’ll find gleaming hardwood floors, soaring 10-foot ceilings, a central vacuum system, Marantz sound system and thoughtful touches that enhance elegance and comfort. Outside, a beautifully designed backyard includes a patio, outdoor shower, gutter guards, and convenient built-in storage for your beach essentials. Newly installed roof in December of 2020. HOA fees cover lawn care, cutting, and fertilizing, offering low-maintenance living. Built on a solid poured concrete foundation with a conditioned crawl space, this home provides comfort and peace of mind. Located close to all the area’s finest beaches, dining, and shopping, this home and community deliver upscale coastal living at its best. Embrace a lifestyle filled with bay views, relaxation, and memorable moments in this stunning bayfront retreat.
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$1,000,000
23298 Horse Island Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
3beds
2,764sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
0.67 Acres Lot
$993,800 Zestimate®
$362/sqft
$3,091 Estimated rent
Home value
$993,800
$914,000 - $1.07M
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Gas fireplaceWaterfront homeBayside poolBuilt-in storageOutdoor showerCustom built-insGutter guards
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
HENRY A JAFFE 302-827-2821,
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
PATRICIA COLUZZI, RS-0022283
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2073710
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Study, Great Room, Laundry
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Instant Hot Water, Self Cleaning Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Double Oven, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, High Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Screens
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,764
- Total interior livable area: 2,764 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,764
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lawn Sprinkler, Outdoor Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: Sandy Beach, Shared, Bayfront, Canoe/Kayak, Private Access, Bay
- Body of water: Rehoboth Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 146
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Dimensions: 146.00 x 199.00
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Tidal Wetland
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23418.00488.00
- Zoning: A1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Stick Built, Batts Insulation, Blown-In Insulation, Shake Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Bayfront At Rehoboth
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Jogging Path, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s), Pier/Dock Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $270 monthly
- HOA name: BAYFRONT AT REHOBOTH
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $362/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $884,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,533
- Date on market: 3/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $1,000,000-9.1%$362/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2073710 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,100,000$398/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2073710 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+33.5%$398/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2073710 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2019 | Listing removed | $824,000$298/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #DESU141808 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2019 | Price change | $824,000-2.9%$298/sqft |
Source: LONG AND FOSTER-LEWES #DESU141808 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $849,000$307/sqft |
Source: LONG AND FOSTER-LEWES #DESU141808 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,367 -32.8% | $442,100 +760.1% |
| 2024 | $2,033 +0.1% | $51,400 |
| 2023 | $2,031 +4.5% | $51,400 |
| 2022 | $1,943 -3.8% | $51,400 |
| 2021 | $2,020 +0.4% | $51,400 |
| 2020 | $2,013 | $51,400 |
| 2019 | $2,013 -0.2% | $51,400 |
| 2018 | $2,017 +8.6% | $51,400 |
| 2017 | $1,857 +19.6% | $51,400 |
| 2016 | $1,553 +6.2% | $51,400 |
| 2015 | $1,462 +1% | $51,400 |
| 2014 | $1,447 +3.9% | $51,400 |
| 2013 | $1,393 +0.5% | $51,400 |
| 2012 | $1,385 +16.3% | $51,400 |
| 2011 | $1,191 | $51,400 |
| 2010 | $1,191 -4.1% | $51,400 |
| 2009 | $1,243 | $51,400 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19958
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Love Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Beacon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Beacon
- High: Cape Henlopen
- District: Cape Henlopen
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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