NOT LISTED FOR SALE

39609 Pearl Ave Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Estimated Value: $2,663,000 - $3,720,000

6 Beds
4.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
9,017 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 30, 2012

Last sale price $1,350,000

Est. 124% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,167/month

153 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Gated Community
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2012

Large Ocean Block home with open inverted floor plan and an extra family room. Situated in an impressive gated community with beach access, pool and tennis. With multiple decks, screened porch, and a beatiful sunroom, this home is perfect for large family gatherings at the beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Kopp

(302) 539-9040 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 11/08/2011

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Marsha White

(302) 539-4013 Surfingbethany@aol.com Crowley Associates Realty License #RS-0017470

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $165 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Piling Construction
  • Stick Built Home
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Furnished
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Insulated Doors
  • Great Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-09.00-804.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Ocean Ridge Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

9,017 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$165 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Furnished
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Pilings
  • Level Count: 3
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Den, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry
  • Basement: No

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Cedar
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Garage Features: Covered Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Type: Wood Burn Stove, Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Sewer Expenses: 235.00
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1975.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Beach, Gated Community, Tennis Courts, Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5127847
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-09.00-804.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2011
Closed on
Jun 4, 2012
Sold by
Robert F Robert F and Doherty Marilyn G
Bought by
Gerstmyer P Douglas and Gerstmyer Christine
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Marsha White
Crowley Associates Realty
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Current Estimated Value
$3,023,002

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,673,002
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.02%
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Outstanding Balance
$749,180
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$2,273,822

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2011
Closed on
May 30, 2012
Sold by
Robert F Robert F and Doherty Marilyn G
Bought by
Gerstmyer P Douglas and Gerstmyer Christine
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Marsha White
Crowley Associates Realty
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Outstanding Balance
$749,180
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$2,273,822
Source: Public Records

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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
Gerstmyer P Douglas $1,350,000 --
Gerstmyer P Douglas $1,350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gerstmyer P Douglas $1,080,000
Closed Gerstmyer P Douglas $1,080,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2012 05/30/12 Sold $1,350,000 0.0% --
04/09/2012 04/09/12 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2011 11/08/11 For Sale $1,350,000 -- --
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 $5,324 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2024 $2,165 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2023 $2,162 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2022 $2,127 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2021 $2,064 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2020 $1,969 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2019 $1,960 $52,350 $11,750 $40,600
2018 $1,979 $52,350 $0 $0
2017 $1,996 $52,350 $0 $0
2016 $1,759 $52,350 $0 $0
2015 $1,813 $52,350 $0 $0
2014 $1,786 $52,350 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Leslie Kopp

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Leslie Kopp

    Long & Foster

    (302) 542-3917

    335 in this area

    633 Total Sales

    Leslie Kopp
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  • Marsha White

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Marsha White

    Crowley Associates Realty

    (302) 245-7418

    18 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Marsha White
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000962608

Bright MLS

APN: 134-09.00-804.00

Delaware Sussex County Bethany Beach 19930

39609 Pearl Ave, Bethany Beach, DE

Not Listed for Sale

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