Oceanfront living at its best! This well-maintained 1 bedroom, 1.5-bathroom oceanfront condo is located in sought after Chesapeake House. The property is being sold IN FEE / no ground rent. Sensational sunrises. The bright, open living and dining area extends to a spacious private oceanfront balcony with sweeping views of the ocean. The well-equipped kitchen features Corian countertops, tile flooring, and newer appliances. Outdoor space includes a nice sized balcony for oceanfront living and dining space. Additional highlights include new carpet, an in-unit washer and dryer, central air, and a heat pump. Newer sliding glass doors. Property is well maintained and cared for. Fantastic unobstructive ocean views. New front door and sliders. Excellent rental with VueStay. One covered garage parking space, a private beach locker, two elevators, bike racks, BBQ area, and a nearby EV charging station. Chesapeake House is just steps from Sea Colony’s private beach and oceanfront pools, with easy access to the community’s extensive amenities. Located in the rich amenity world-renowned community of Sea Colony which offers an unparalleled array of luxurious amenities including 12 pools (2 indoor), world-class tennis, state-of-the-art fitness centers, playgrounds, and activities for all. New Sea Colony Aquatic Center which includes a children’s splash garden area, outdoor spa, new bathrooms, and more! Sea Colony's West Lake Activity Center upgrades to include 4 new pickleball courts, a new basketball half-court, bocce ball court, putting green, corn hole, shuffleboard court, pavilion, beach area, an updated playground, new walkways, and landscaping. Close to prestigious golf links, and some of the finest fishing on the East Coast! Steps away from Sea Colony's pristine half-mile private beach and walking distance to downtown Bethany Beach, fabulous local restaurants, shops, and boardwalk. Several restaurants within walking distance with outdoor dining. A great opportunity to enjoy oceanfront living in one of Bethany's most established coastal communities.
For sale
$649,000
609 Chesapeake House Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
1beds
725sqft
Condominium
Built in 1974
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$895/sqft
$915/mo HOA
What's special
Bbq areaPrivate beach lockerNew carpetIn-unit washer and dryerNearby ev charging stationBike racksNewer sliding glass doors
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
SUZANNE MACNAB 302-228-1251,
RE/MAX Coastal 3025373400
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2120558
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, In Unit
Features
- Breakfast Area, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Flat, Open Floorplan, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Ocean Front
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Insulated
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 725
- Total interior livable area: 725 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 725
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, Parking Space Conveys, Garage, Parking Lot
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Beach, Sidewalks, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor, Community
- 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: Water Frontage Ft: 1
Lot
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13417.0056.02609N
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Masonry
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Condo and coop fee: $1,852 quarterly
- Subdivision: Sea Colony East
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Beach Access, Cable TV, Common Grounds, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Pool, Pool Mem Avail, Recreation Facilities, Reserved/Assigned Parking, Sauna, Security, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Transportation Service, Volleyball Courts, Water/Lake Privileges
- Services included: Bus Service, Cable TV, Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Health Club, Internet, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Sauna, Security, Snow Removal, Taxes, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $895 quarterly
- Second HOA name: Sea Colony East Phase Ii
Location
- Region: Bethany Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $895/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $524,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,115
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Patio Furniture, Furnished Living Room, Kitchen Table, Bedroom.
- Exclusions: Original Artwork
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 25000
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,000$895/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,119 +35.7% | $262,050 +1213.5% |
| 2024 | $825 +0.1% | $19,950 |
| 2023 | $824 +1.6% | $19,950 |
| 2022 | $811 +3.1% | $19,950 |
| 2021 | $786 +4.8% | $19,950 |
| 2020 | $750 | $19,950 +8.1% |
| 2019 | $750 +0.4% | $18,450 -7.5% |
| 2018 | $747 -1% | $19,950 |
| 2017 | $754 +12.5% | $19,950 |
| 2016 | $670 -3% | $19,950 |
| 2015 | $691 +1.5% | $19,950 |
| 2014 | $680 -1.1% | $19,950 |
| 2013 | $688 +3.2% | $19,950 |
| 2012 | $666 +0.9% | $19,950 |
| 2011 | $660 | $19,950 |
| 2010 | $660 +0.4% | $19,950 |
| 2009 | $657 | $19,950 |
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Neighborhood: 19930
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lord Baltimore
- Middle: Selbeyville
- 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.








