$874,000
SOLD DEC 12, 2025

232 Oyster Shell Cove Bethany Beach, DE 19930

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,350 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$372 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Loft
  • Great Room
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of December 2025

Award-Winning Designer offers a custom built home in The Salt Pond Community. Discover refined coastal living in this coastal mission style home by built by Garrison Homes, ideally located in the coveted Salt Pond community. Backing up to Hole #5 of the scenic Salt Pond Golf Course, this residence offers serene views and an unmatched lifestyle just one mile from Bethany Beach. Featuring 3 bedrooms with a sleeping loft, and 2.5 baths, this thoughtfully crafted home blends timeless design with modern comfort. Open concept, 1st floor living (9' ceilings) gives way to a soaring 17ft lofted ceiling in the grand family room with gorgeous built in bookcases and stone fire place. Plenty of space for the family/friends to enjoy, after an afternoon at the beach or boating. Live and love this bright, open layout designed to maximize both space and natural light, with picturesque golf course views throughout. Outdoor living is at its finest with a spacious screened porch, expansive deck, and mature landscaping that provides both privacy and beauty. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing, the home’s setting balances tranquility with convenience. As part of The Salt Pond community, residents enjoy access to golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness facilities, a community center, indoor/outdoor pools, and kayaking along the local ponds and canals —all while being just moments from the shops, dining, and charm of downtown Bethany Beach. This home is not just a residence, but a lifestyle—the perfect location, in one of the area’s most desirable beach communities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Evans

(302) 537-2616 beth@beachbaygolf.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #RS-0014021 Listed on: 10/15/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Leslie Kopp

(302) 539-9040 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,605

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80.00 x 130.00
  • Property is zoned R!

HOA Fees

  • $169 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,350 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 84
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-1824.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Salt Pond Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,605

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$169 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, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 10/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Loft
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 2350
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2350
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 372.34
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 2030.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 80.00 x 130.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Zoning: R!
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1444.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1605.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.00-1824.00
  • Tax Lot: 84
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2025
Closed on
Dec 12, 2025
Sold by
Robert W Slavin Revocable Trust and Slavin Robert W
Bought by
Novotny Samantha and Novotny Eric L
Seller's Agent
Beth Evans
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$874,000
Sold Price
$874,000
Views
111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.33%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$700,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$167,171

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2020
Sold by
Slawin Robert W
Bought by
Robert W Slavin Ret

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2013
Closed on
Oct 14, 2013
Sold by
Shaughnessy John and Shaughnessy Christina
Bought by
Slavin Robert W
Seller's Agent
Joanne Young
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Beth Evans
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$153,000
Sold Price
$153,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.15%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2013
Closed on
Oct 7, 2013
Sold by
Shaughnessy John and Shaughnessy Christina
Bought by
Slavin Robert W
Seller's Agent
Joanne Young
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Beth Evans
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
List Price
$153,000
Sold Price
$153,000
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $875,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Available
Deed $153,000 --
Deed $153,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $700,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/12/2025 12/12/25 Sold $874,000 0.0% $372 / Sq Ft
10/15/2025 10/15/25 For Sale $874,000 +471.2% $372 / Sq Ft
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Sold $153,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
09/24/2013 09/24/13 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2013 03/28/13 For Sale $153,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

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 $1,117 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2024 $821 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2023 $819 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2022 $798 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2021 $860 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2020 $802 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2019 $797 $31,650 $6,000 $25,650
2018 $1,209 $31,650 $0 $0
2017 $1,219 $31,650 $0 $0
2016 $661 $31,650 $0 $0
2015 $1,102 $31,650 $0 $0
2014 $205 $6,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2097694

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.00-1824.00