Barbara Carlson
Keller Williams Realty
(302) 664-7068
29 Total Sales
8 in Bethany Beach
$280K - $405K Price Range
263 Oyster Shell Cove Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Bethany Beach AreaEstimated Value: $783,542
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,000
Sq Ft
$261/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Lake Privileges
- Coastal Architecture
- Fitness Center
- Clubhouse
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of April 2026Beautiful Southern charm coastal home in The Salt Pond community features 5 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Enjoy the southern charm of a large front covered porch as you step into an open foyer with vaulted ceiling. Inside on the main level you will discover a spacious living room, formal dining room, lovely kitchen with large pantry. The master suite is located off the living room with private bath and walk in closet. Past the kitchen is a cozy family room with pellet stove to curl up with a book or just step outside to a patio with fire pit and pergola and a spacious private backyard. Not to be missed on the main level is a half-bathroom and spacious laundry room that offers easy access to the detached oversized garage with second level offering a ton of storage. As you move upstairs you will enjoy 4 bedrooms and a spacious full bath. This well-loved home is ideally located on Oyster Shell Cove which backs to the Loop Canal. The Salt Pond offers indoor and outdoor pools tennis and pickleball courts, play area, community kayak launch and a community Recreation Center with an executive 18-hole golf course. You'll find all this within a mile to the beach. This is a primary home for the seller please call for your private showing today.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 537-3400 kim@kimhook.com RE/MAX Coastal Brokerage Phone: 3025373400 License #RB-0031040 Listed on: 11/05/2025
Co-Listed By
(302) 537-3400 kim@kimhook.com RE/MAX Coastal Brokerage Phone: 3025373400 License #RS-0039625
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 537-3400 kim@kimhook.com RE/MAX Coastal Brokerage Phone: 3025373400 License #RB-0031040 Listed on: 11/05/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,586
Year Built
- Built in 1998
Lot Details
- 9,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65.00 x 140.00
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Cleared Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is zoned MR
HOA Fees
- $208 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Coastal Architecture
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 3,000 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Free Standing Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Attic
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Lake Privileges
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Propane Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 37
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-1780.00
Community Details
Overview
- $1,500 Capital Contribution Fee
- Association fees include common area maintenance, management, pool(s), road maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
- $225 Other One-Time Fees
- The Salt Pond HOA
- Salt Pond Subdivision
Amenities
- Common Area
- Clubhouse
- Community Center
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Golf Course Membership Available
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Volleyball Courts
- Shuffleboard Court
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Putting Green
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 5, 2025
Closed on
Apr 24, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kim Hook
RE/MAX Coastal
Buyer's Agent
Kim Hook
RE/MAX Coastal
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$755,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-8.48%
Views
798
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$28,542
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1994
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Bethany Beach, DE
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Barbara Carlson
-
Mark Macomber
Mark Macomber
RE/MAX Realty Group Rehoboth
(856) 517-8134
62 Total Sales
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$375,000 Price
-
Rich Meadows
Rich Meadows
Compass
(240) 549-5718
46 Total Sales
6 in Bethany Beach
$616K - $999K Price Range
-
Joseph Sterner
Joseph Sterner
McWilliams/Ballard, Inc.
(717) 974-3964
109 Total Sales
1 in Bethany Beach
$499,900 Price
-
Ken Milner
Ken Milner
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
(667) 771-6137
49 Total Sales
2 in Bethany Beach
$570K - $705K Price Range
-
Vince DiPietro
Vince DiPietro
Northrop Realty
(302) 599-6085
128 Total Sales
3 in Bethany Beach
$324K - $950K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $755,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $716,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $47,006 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | Sold | $755,000 | -5.5% | $252 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2026 01/12/26 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -3.2% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $275 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,586 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2024 | $1,391 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2023 | $1,389 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2022 | $1,367 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2021 | $1,339 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2020 | $1,278 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2019 | $1,273 | $33,350 | $5,700 | $27,650 |
| 2018 | $1,285 | $33,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,295 | $33,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,144 | $33,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,179 | $33,350 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,162 | $33,350 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kim Hook
Seller's Agent in 2026
Kim Hook
RE/MAX
(302) 462-5504
178 Total Sales
-
Colby Hook
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Colby Hook
RE/MAX
(302) 858-3134
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU2099996
APN: 134-13.00-1780.00
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