NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 New Castle Dr Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Estimated Value: $1,244,000 - $1,550,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,044 Sq Ft
$665/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 29, 2018

Last sale price $620,000 $303 Per Sq Ft

Est. 119% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,204/month

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Beach
  • Canal View
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Pier
  • Coastal Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2018

Single family home located in South Bethany with easy access to the beach, this 4+BD/2.5BA, 2,044 sq.ft home located on a canal with boat dock is the perfect find for the buyer looking for a coastal lifestyle. Offering a 1st floor master, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings to the second floor, a relaxing sunroom and rear deck overlooking the water and an outside shower, perfect for washing the sand away after a day at the beach. For the investor, this home is currently in a rental program for 2018.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shirley Price

(302) 541-5211 shirley@shirleypricesells.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 03/19/2018

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Debbie COBB

(302) 539-9040 deborah.cobb@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0016510

Last Buyer's Agent

Shirley Price

(302) 541-5211 shirley@shirleypricesells.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 03/19/2018

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,171

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x104
  • Landscaped
  • Zoning described as TOWN CODES

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,044 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Partially Furnished
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Canal Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Doors
  • Washer
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Pier
  • Water Access
  • Property is near a canal
  • Bulkhead
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.19-178.01

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • South Bethany Harbor Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,171

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Partially Furnished
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Level Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Sun/Florida Room, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2044
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2044
  • Net Sq Ft: 2044.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 310.18
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2044
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Canal
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: Canal
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 4
  • Parking Features: Stone Driveway
  • Number Of Parking Spaces Included: 3+ Car Parking
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Sewer Expenses: 766.00
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Beach
  • HOA: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x104
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Zoning Description: TOWN CODES
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5117943
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1171.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-17.19-178.01
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2025
Sold by
Haste William Scott and Haste Lisa Marie
Bought by
William Scott Haste Revocable Trust and Lisa Marie Haste Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,358,693

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2024
Sold by
Girard Edward S and Girard Susan E
Bought by
Edward S Gerard Revocable Trust and Girard

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2024
Sold by
Girard Edward S and Girard Susan E
Bought by
Girard Edward S and Girard Susan E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2018
Closed on
May 29, 2018
Sold by
Collins James
Bought by
Girard Edward S and Girard Susan E
Seller's Agent
Shirley Price
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Shirley Price
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$634,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.80%
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
William Scott Haste Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Edward S Gerard Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Girard Edward S -- None Listed On Document
Girard Edward S $620,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Girard Edward S $496,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Sold $620,000 -2.2% $303 / Sq Ft
04/15/2018 04/15/18 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2018 03/19/18 For Sale $634,000 -- $310 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $2,029 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2024 $994 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2023 $993 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2022 $977 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2021 $948 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2020 $896 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2019 $901 $24,050 $5,000 $19,050
2018 $909 $24,050 $0 $0
2017 $556 $24,050 $0 $0
2016 $510 $24,050 $0 $0
2015 $521 $24,050 $0 $0
2014 $508 $24,050 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001576416

Bright MLS

APN: 134-17.19-178.01