NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20561 Washington St Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Estimated Value: $860,000 - $1,068,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,980 Sq Ft
$334/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2021

Last sale price $810,000 $272 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,452/month

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Rehoboth Elementary School Rated A
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2021

2 COMPLETE HOMES UNDER 1 ROOF ? SIMULTANEOUSLY COLLET RENT & RESIDE. Double your fun or double your investment income. The personal enjoyment / income potential combinations are endless. Nothing says warm & inviting like wood & stone; and this home has plenty of both. An amazing 17,999 sq ft lot offers birdsong, flora, hardscape (or a pool). Shhh, there is even a little known access to the Rehoboth Canal to launch a kayak. An ideal balance of proximity & privacy. Walk or bike to the beach and all downtown attractions without crossing the highway. Memories are made here! Other noteworthy mentions include: the 4th bedroom of the main house is accessible through a closet, and may serve well as a Home Office, Exercise Room, Media Room or Hobby Room. Although elaborate, the gardens are self irrigated and require little effort. Exercise you liberty & independence with no HOA. No sign on property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Skip Faust

(302) 745-8764 skip@skipfaust.com Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth License #RA-0002618 Listed on: 05/20/2021

Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Gay-Lesko

(610) 308-6033 megan@leskotothebeachgroup.com Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach

Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,124

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90x162x150x150
  • Northwest Facing Home
  • No Through Street
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned GR

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,980 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Second Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars
  • No Interior Steps
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Flood Risk

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Propane Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Rehoboth Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 27
  • Assessor Parcel Number 334-19.12-21.02

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,124

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary, Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars Mod, Level Entry - Main, No Stairs
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: 2 COMPLETE HOMES UNDER 1 ROOF ● SIMULTANEOUSLY COLLET RENT & RESIDE. Double your fun or double your investment income. The personal enjoyment / income potential combinations are endless. Nothing says warm & inviting like wood & stone; and this home has plenty of both. An amazing 17,999 sq ft lot offers birdsong, flora, hardscape (or a pool). Shhh, there is even a little known access to the Rehoboth Canal to launch a kayak. An ideal balance of proximity & privacy. Walk or bike to the beach and all downtown attractions without crossing the highway. Memories are made here! Other noteworthy mentions include: the 4th bedroom of the main house is accessible through a closet, and may serve well as a Home Office, Exercise Room, Media Room or Hobby Room. Although elaborate, the gardens are self irrigated and require little effort. Exercise you liberty & independence with no HOA. No sign on property.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 2980
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2980
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 268.12
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2980
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 20561

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • School District Key: 300200396895
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: RS
  • Lot Features: Level, No Thru Street, Private, Rear Yard, Partly Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Dimensions: 90x162x150x150
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 17999.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: GR
  • In City Limits: No

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5201693
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1124.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 334-19.12-21.02
  • Tax Lot: 27
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 08/16/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2021
Closed on
Aug 5, 2021
Sold by
Firth Albert J and Freese Niel
Bought by
Eng Frank and Eshleman Wanda
Seller's Agent
Skip Faust
Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth
Buyer's Agent
Megan Gay-Lesko
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.38%
Current Estimated Value
$995,226

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$185,226
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 1996
Bought by
Firth Albert J and Neil Freese
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Eng Frank $810,000 None Available
Firth Albert J -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/16/2021 08/16/21 Sold $810,000 +1.4% $272 / Sq Ft
05/28/2021 05/28/21 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2021 05/20/21 For Sale $799,000 -- $268 / 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 $2,117 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2024 $1,499 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2023 $1,498 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2022 $1,457 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2021 $1,046 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2020 $1,042 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2019 $1,422 $19,050 $4,100 $14,950
2018 $837 $19,050 $0 $0
2017 $801 $19,050 $0 $0
2016 $825 $19,050 $0 $0
2015 $791 $19,050 $0 $0
2014 $786 $19,050 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Skip Faust

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Skip Faust

    Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth

    (302) 745-8764

    29 in this area

    158 Total Sales

    Skip Faust
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  • Megan Gay-Lesko

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Megan Gay-Lesko

    Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach

    (610) 308-6033

    4 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Megan Gay-Lesko
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU182088

Bright MLS

APN: 334-19.12-21.02

Delaware Sussex County Rehoboth Beach 19971

20561 Washington St, Rehoboth Beach, DE

This home is located at 20561 Washington St, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 since 20 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $995,226, approximately $333 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 20561 Washington St is a home located in Sussex County with nearby schools including Rehoboth Elementary School, Mariner Middle School, and Cape Henlopen High School.

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