$915,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2025

231 Oyster Shell Cove Bethany Beach, DE 19930

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$305 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pier or Dock
  • Golf Course Community
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fitness Center
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of July 2025

Stunning coastal home located just 3 miles to downtown Bethany Beach and the boardwalk. This home has been completely remodeled on the first floor with fine finishes and features, including beautiful wood flooring and a gourmet kitchen. Step up to the charming front porch and through the front door to the living room that flows into the combined dining and kitchen with high-end cabinetry and countertops, tiled backsplash, gas range, stainless steel appliances, and a large center island with seating. Just off the kitchen is an additional living area with a gas fireplace and sliding glass doors opening to a spacious 3-season room and large deck. The main floor boasts an oversized primary suite with a luxurious tiled walk-in shower and dual sinks, plus a convenient powder room for guests. The upper level offers an additional en-suite bedroom and 2 guest bedrooms that share a 3rd full bathroom. The 2-car garage provides ample storage for all your beach essentials, complemented by a long concrete driveway for extra parking. An outdoor shower ensures you can rinse off after a day of sun and sand. Offered fully furnished, this home is ready to be enjoyed! Situated on a large lot backing to trees and the Assawoman canal, this property offers plenty of room to add a private pool. Located in the sought-after community of Salt Pond with endless amenities including a year-round golf course, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickle-ball, basketball, fitness center, and kayak launch with storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Kopp

(302) 542-3917 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 07/12/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Kiki Hargrove

(302) 569-2959 kiki@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0020565

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Spinelli

(302) 383-1658 kspinelli@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,207

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60.00 x 192.00
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned MR

HOA Fees

  • $208 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 3,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-1764.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management, pool(s), road maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • $1,725 Other One-Time Fees
  • Salt Pond Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Community Center
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Pier or Dock
  • Golf Course Community
  • Golf Course Membership Available
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Volleyball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Heated Community Pool
  • Lap or Exercise Community Pool
  • Putting Green

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,207

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$208 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 7/13/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Stunning coastal home located just 3 miles to downtown Bethany Beach and the boardwalk. This home has been completely remodeled on the first floor with fine finishes and features, including beautiful wood flooring and a gourmet kitchen. Step up to the charming front porch and through the front door to the living room that flows into the combined dining and kitchen with high-end cabinetry and countertops, tiled backsplash, gas range, stainless steel appliances, and a large center island with seating. Just off the kitchen is an additional living area with a gas fireplace and sliding glass doors opening to a spacious 3-season room and large deck. The main floor boasts an oversized primary suite with a luxurious tiled walk-in shower and dual sinks, plus a convenient powder room for guests. The upper level offers an additional en-suite bedroom and 2 guest bedrooms that share a 3rd full bathroom. The 2-car garage provides ample storage for all your beach essentials, complemented by a long concrete driveway for extra parking. An outdoor shower ensures you can rinse off after a day of sun and sand. Offered fully furnished, this home is ready to be enjoyed! Situated on a large lot backing to trees and the Assawoman canal, this property offers plenty of room to add a private pool. Located in the sought-after community of Salt Pond with endless amenities including a year-round golf course, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickle-ball, basketball, fitness center, and kayak launch with storage.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Crown Moldings, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 3000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 299.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 231

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 2490.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Common Grounds, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Golf Course Membership Available, Pier/Dock, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Recreational Center, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Volleyball Courts, Water/Lake Privileges
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Pool Features: Indoor, Lap/Exercise, Heated, In Ground, Fenced, Filtered

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 1725.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: One Time

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District Key: 300200396898
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Dimensions: 60.00 x 192.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13068.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Enclosed, Screened
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: MR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1077.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1207.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.00-1764.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/28/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
Athey Alvey Gary and Athey Susan Lynne
Bought by
Franklin William and Franklin Heather
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Spinelli
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$915,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
1.78%
Views
81

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.14%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2016
Closed on
Nov 18, 2016
Sold by
Rodgers Donald F and Rodgers Maureen T
Bought by
Athey Alvey Gary and Athey Susan Lynne
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
VICKIE YORK
VICKIE YORK AT THE BEACH REALTY
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$371,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-4.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.92%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2016
Closed on
Nov 17, 2016
Sold by
Rodgers Donald F and Rodgers Maureen T
Bought by
Athey Alvey Gary and Athey Susan Lynne
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
VICKIE YORK
VICKIE YORK AT THE BEACH REALTY
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$371,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-4.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 1999
Bought by
Rodgers Donald F and Rodgers Maureen T
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $915,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $371,467 None Available
Deed $371,467 None Available
Deed $264,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Sold $915,000 +1.8% $305 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $899,000 +142.0% $300 / Sq Ft
11/17/2016 11/17/16 Sold $371,500 -4.5% $124 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2016 08/23/16 For Sale $389,000 -- $130 / 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 $1,648 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2024 $1,207 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2023 $1,206 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2022 $1,187 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2021 $1,151 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2020 $1,098 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2019 $1,093 $29,200 $5,700 $23,500
2018 $1,104 $29,200 $0 $0
2017 $1,113 $29,200 $0 $0
2016 $617 $29,200 $0 $0
2015 $631 $29,200 $0 $0
2014 $615 $29,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2090194

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.00-1764.00