Seller's Agent in 2020
Joseph Loughran
Long & Foster
(302) 864-3216
2 in this area
102 Total Sales
136 New Castle Dr Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Estimated Value: $889,000 - $1,232,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
$435/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 75 Feet of Waterfront
- 1 Dock Slip
- Access to Tidal Water
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Parking available for a boat
- Fishing Allowed
About This Home
As of April 2020Complimentary 1 YR Home Warranty. Charming, Exquisitely Maintained 4 BD, 2.5 BA Canal-Front Cottage. Enjoy 2,300+ SQ FT of living space SITUATED ON A 7,405 SFT ( 0.17 Acre) OVERSIZED LOT - WHICH ACTUALLY IS 1.5 LOTS... leaving loads of room for buyers, including a DRIVEWAY ROOMY ENOUGH FOR 8 CARS OR SO. Owned by one family & Never Rented! They don't build them like this anymore. Large Living Room sports OAK FLOORS, and TONGUE-IN-GROOVE, KNOTTY PINE PANELING WITH A PICKLED FINISH THAT CONTINUES INTO THE KITCHEN AND HAS BEEN REFINISHED TO LOOK like NEW. There's also a wood-burning fireplace, loads of light and a ceiling fan. This home has enjoyed year-round care & meticulous maintenance over the course of two generations - leaving it move-in-ready for a lucky buyer. Roomy Kitchen includes Breakfast Bar, like-new appliances, lots of cabinet space & upgraded vinyl floors (that look like tile) that continue into a Huge Sunroom (w/ ceiling fan) facing oversized backyard, canal & dock. Loads of storage in Kitchen & thru-out the house w/ ingenious built-ins located under stairs, in the eaves upstairs & elsewhere. Sunroom, w/ ceiling fan, also is flooded w/ light from large windows & sliding glass door on 2 sides. Sunroom's Anderson windows include Mylar shades for added insulation & reduced glare in winter & summer alike. 3 Bedrooms & 2 Full Bathrooms downstairs plus Laundry Room. Large Bedroom area upstairs includes Half Bath & Sitting Area that views New Castle Drive thru an over-sized dormer. To keep warm in winter, each room has its own separate (Heating) Thermostat to adjust its baseboard heat. Outside: large tool shed, outdoor shower & storage for beach chairs, umbrellas & toys. Crawlspace insulation replaced and weatherproofed in 2013 with waterproof spray foam insulation. So much more to see! Short walk to Beach. Call for a showing. Don't miss this Beautiful South Bethany Cottage because you will not find another one like it! Priced to Sell at $645,000!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 12/04/2019
Co-Listed By
LAURIE SHELTON
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,473
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75.00 x 100.00
- 75 Feet of Waterfront
- Home fronts navigable water
- Home fronts a canal
- North Facing Home
- Landscaped
- Extensive Hardscape
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned TN
Property Views
- Canal
- Garden
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Coastal Architecture
- Bungalow
- Foundation Flood Vent
- Permanent Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Stick Built Home
- Copper Plumbing
- CPVC or PVC Pipes
Interior Spaces
- 2,300 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Vinyl Clad Windows
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- Crawl Space
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Stove
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- <<tubWithShowerToken>>
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Front Loading Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 8 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking available for a boat
Accessible Home Design
- Halls are 36 inches wide or more
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Access to Tidal Water
- Canoe or Kayak Water Access
- Private Water Access
- Property is near a canal
- Waterski or Wakeboard
- Sail
- Bulkhead
- Limit On Boat Length
- 1 Dock Slip
- Physical Dock Slip Conveys
- Dock made with Treated Lumber
- Powered Boats Permitted
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Playground
Location
- Flood Zone Lot
- Flood Risk
- Landlocked Lot
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Above Ground Utilities
- 120/240V
- Electric Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Home warranty included in the sale of the property
- Tax Lot 22
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.19-191.00
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Fishing Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 4, 2019
Closed on
Apr 24, 2020
Sold by
Sue M Allenspach Ret
Bought by
Murphy Gary T and Murphy Maryellen C
Seller's Agent
Joseph Loughran
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Mottola
Compass
List Price
$645,000
Sold Price
$625,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.1%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$375,286
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.35%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Outstanding Balance
$324,922
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$626,469
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2014
Sold by
Sue M Sue M
Bought by
Allenspach Sue M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2014
Sold by
Sue M Sue M
Bought by
Allenspach Sue M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy Gary T | $625,000 | None Available | |
| Allenspach Sue M | -- | -- | |
| Allenspach Sue M | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Murphy Gary T | $360,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2020 04/24/20 | Sold | $625,000 | -3.1% | $272 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2020 01/08/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/04/2019 12/04/19 | For Sale | $645,000 | -- | $280 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $951 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2023 | $950 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2022 | $935 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2021 | $907 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2020 | $865 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2019 | $524 | $22,800 | $7,500 | $15,300 |
| 2018 | $518 | $22,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $522 | $22,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $478 | $22,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $489 | $22,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $477 | $22,800 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joseph Loughran
-
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
LAURIE SHELTON
Long & Foster
-
Stephen Mottola
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Stephen Mottola
Compass
(302) 437-6600
2 in this area
701 Total Sales
-
Victor Setting
V
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Victor Setting
Compass
(302) 530-9832
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU152410
APN: 134-17.19-191.00
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