$899,000

231 Oyster Shell Cove Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Estimated payment $5,274/month

Total Views 410
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
$300 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

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

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

Leslie Kopp

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 07/12/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listing Agent

Kiki Hargrove

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0020565

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
  • 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

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
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
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2016 08/23/16 For Sale $389,000 -- $130 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

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

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $322,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2090194

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.00-1764.00