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  • Price cut: $11K (8/20)
    $599,000

    31870 Schooner Dr Unit 43, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

    2beds
    1,275sqft
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    $4,345/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1993
    1,710 Square Feet Lot
    $584,500 Zestimate®
    $470/sqft
    $451/mo HOA

    What's special

    Updated bathroomsFresh interior paintNewer washerWooded privacyDesigner wallpaperSoaring ceilingsPeaceful pond views
    Welcome to the "Salt Ponderosa"—a beautifully updated and lovingly maintained townhome in the highly sought-after Salt Pond community, where peaceful pond views, wooded privacy and resort-style amenities come together just minutes from downtown Bethany Beach. This rare floor plan features two oversized primary suites, each with its own private en-suite bathroom and generous sized closets, making it ideal for hosting family and guests. The spacious first floor offers an open and inviting layout with a modern kitchen featuring beautiful granite countertops, an adjoining breakfast bar next to the dining table, a comfortable living room, convenient powder room and laundry room with additional storage space. Step into the expansive screened porch, complete with its own storage closet, where you'll enjoy tranquil views of the wooded backdrop, pond, and the 16th tee box of The Salt Pond Golf Club. A second exterior storage closet provides the perfect space for bikes, beach chairs and all of your coastal gear. As you make your way upstairs, a illuminating skylight fills the soaring ceilings and open staircase with natural light, creating an airy, welcoming feel that leads to the home's two spacious primary suites. The rear suite enjoys peaceful views of the pond and surrounding woods, offering a private retreat after a day at the beach. The second dual primary comforably fits a king bed and a bunk bed with a weight limit of 600 lbs for each of its full beds and one twin bed in the trundle underneath, plus a walk-in closet. Extensively renovated since 2020, this home showcases thoughtful upgrades throughout, including luxury flooring, fresh interior paint, designer wallpaper, updated lighting and fixtures, refinished cabinetry, gorgeous granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a redesigned kitchen with an improved layout, updated bathrooms, new hardware throughout, HVAC improvements with an air purification system, newer washer, screened porch ceiling fan, freshly stained deck, and countless additional enhancements that make this home truly move-in ready. Offered mostly furnished (with only a few exclusions), the Salt Ponderosa is truly turnkey—simply unpack and begin enjoying the coastal lifestyle from day one. Perfectly positioned within Schooner Village, one of the closest sections of Salt Pond to Bethany Beach, you'll also enjoy easy access to the community's scenic walking and running paths while being just so close to Hocker's grocery store, local restaurants, coffee shops, the Fresh Pond Trail and everything the Bethany Beach area has to offer. Salt Pond is known for its exceptional amenities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an indoor hot tub, outdoor baby pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, volleyball court, shuffleboard, playground, clubhouse with year-round social events and gathering space, an active HOA social club and recreational leagues, a championship golf course, putting green, snack bar with seasonal happy hours and live music, kayak launch, and a private bay beach—providing endless opportunities to relax, stay active, and connect with neighbors. Lovingly nicknamed the "Salt Ponderosa," this exceptional home combines timeless coastal charm, extensive updates, a rare dual-primary layout, abundant storage, serene golf course and pond views and an unbeatable location—all within one of Bethany Beach's most sought-after resort communities.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sarah Shoemaker 302-569-1334,

    Keller Williams Realty 3023600300,

    Listing Team: The Windrow Group

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2117686MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Open Floorplan, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, Dry Wall
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
      • Doors: Insulated, Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,275
      • Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,275
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Unassigned, Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Tennis Court(s)
      • Pool features: Community
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Pond
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Pond
      • Waterfront features: Shared, Pond
      • Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 19
      Lot
      • Size: 1,710 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19.00 x 90.00
      • Features: Wooded, Backs to Trees, Pond
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 13413.001670.00
      • Zoning: MR
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Coastal
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Block
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • Excellent
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1993
      • Major remodel year: 2020
      Details
      • Builder name: Bunting Construction

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Pool
      • Condo and coop fee: $1,520 semi-annually
      • Subdivision: Salt Pond
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Beach Access, Clubhouse, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Club, Golf Course, Lake, Party Room, Picnic Area, Indoor Pool, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges
      • Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management
      • HOA fee: $2,381 annually
      • HOA name: SALT POND HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
      • Second HOA name: Schooner Village
      Location
      • Region: Bethany Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $470/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $23,950
      • Annual tax amount: $830
      • Date on market: 8/6/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Inclusions: See Attatched
      • Exclusions: See Attatched
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $584,500

        $555,000 - $614,000

        $1,938/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/20/2026Price change$599,000-1.8%$470/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2117686 Report a problem
        8/6/2026Listed for sale$610,000+105.4%$478/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2117686 Report a problem
        6/22/2020Sold$297,000-3.9%$233/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/26/2020Pending sale$309,000$242/sqft
        Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES GALLO-B #DESU156258 Report a problem
        10/25/2019Price change$309,000-4%$242/sqft
        Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES GALLO-B #DESU147494 Report a problem
        9/9/2019Listed for sale$322,000$253/sqft
        Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES GALLO-B #DESU147494 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$830 -18.2%$188,700 +687.9%
        2024$1,014 +0.1%$23,950
        2023$1,013 +1.6%$23,950
        2022$997 +3%$23,950
        2021$968 +4.7%$23,950
        2020$925 $23,950
        2019$925 +3.1%$23,950
        2018$897 -1%$23,950
        2017$906 -0.8%$23,950
        2016$913 +10.1%$23,950
        2015$829 +1.5%$23,950
        2014$817 -1.1%$23,950
        2013$826 +3%$23,950
        2012$802 +0.9%$23,950
        2011$795 $23,950
        2010$795 +0.4%$23,950
        2009$791 $23,950
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19930

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • Elementary: Lord Baltimore
        • Middle: Selbyville
        • High: Indian River
        • District: Indian River

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