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Seller's Agent in 2023
Douglas Appling
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
(302) 236-3821
19 in this area
23 Total Sales
404 N Ocean Dr Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Estimated Value: $1,524,000 - $3,832,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
--
Sq Ft
6,500
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean View
- Open Floorplan
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Sandy Beach
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of October 2023No rentals currently booked for 2023 summer season but Owner is going to list for rent, so check to assure when and what weeks are booked in the near future. 3/15/23
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 236-3821 doug@sandcastlerealty.net SANDCASTLE REALTY INC License #RB-0001768 Listed on: 08/12/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 542-3917 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,669
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 130.00
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Home fronts navigable water
- Sandy Beach
- West Facing Home
- Zoning described as Single Family Residential
Home Design
- Saltbox Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Piling Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Furnished
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Dining Area
- Ocean Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Water Access
- Property is near an ocean
- Rip-Rap
- Swimming Allowed
Location
- Flood Risk
Schools
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School
- Selbeyville Middle School
- Indian River High School
Utilities
- Heat Pump System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- South Bethany Harbor Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Property is used as a vacation rental
- Tax Lot 3
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.20-217.00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2022
Closed on
Oct 5, 2023
Sold by
Christopher Channell Revocable Living Tr and Roxanne Channel Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Hutt Brian M and Hutt Danielle M
Seller's Agent
Douglas Appling
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$2,898,000
Sold Price
$2,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$248,000
-8.56%
Views
1210
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
$76,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.25%
Original Mortgage
$1,987,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,953,513
Interest Rate
8.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$772,931
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 17, 2021
Closed on
Nov 5, 2021
Sold by
Martha Robert C and Martha Rosemary G
Bought by
Christopher Channell Revocable Living Trust and Roxanne Channell Revocable Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Charles Biddle
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Morgan
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,345,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
2.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.61%
Original Mortgage
$1,687,500
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 25, 2010
Closed on
Jan 8, 2013
Sold by
Shpritz Louis and Shpritz Deborah
Bought by
Murtha Robert C and Murtha Rosemary G
Seller's Agent
Douglas Appling
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Charles Biddle
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
List Price
$1,235,000
Sold Price
$1,235,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.51%
Original Mortgage
$926,250
Interest Rate
2.67%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 25, 2010
Closed on
Dec 28, 2012
Sold by
Shpritz Louis and Shpritz Deborah
Bought by
Murtha Robert C and Murtha Rosemary G
Seller's Agent
Douglas Appling
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Charles Biddle
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
List Price
$1,235,000
Sold Price
$1,235,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$926,250
Interest Rate
2.67%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hutt Brian M | $2,650,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Christopher Channell Revocable Living Trust | $2,345,000 | Mancini Christopher | |
| Murtha Robert C | $1,235,000 | -- | |
| Murtha Robert C | $1,235,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hutt Brian M | $1,987,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Christopher Channell Revocable Living Trust | $1,687,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Murtha Robert C | $926,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Murtha Robert C | $926,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2023 10/02/23 | Sold | $2,650,000 | -8.6% | -- | |
| 08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/12/2022 08/12/22 | For Sale | $2,898,000 | +23.6% | -- | |
| 11/05/2021 11/05/21 | Sold | $2,345,000 | +2.2% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 09/20/2021 09/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/17/2021 09/17/21 | For Sale | $2,295,000 | +85.8% | -- | |
| 12/28/2012 12/28/12 | Sold | $1,235,000 | 0.0% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 12/10/2012 12/10/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/25/2010 10/25/10 | For Sale | $1,235,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,434 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2024 | $1,331 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2023 | $1,330 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2022 | $1,308 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2021 | $1,269 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2020 | $1,211 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2019 | $1,206 | $32,200 | $19,200 | $13,000 |
| 2018 | $1,218 | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,228 | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,082 | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,115 | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,098 | $32,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Douglas Appling
-
Leslie Kopp
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster
(302) 542-3917
79 in this area
651 Total Sales
-
Christi Arndt
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Christi Arndt
Long & Foster
(302) 245-5223
26 in this area
121 Total Sales
-
Charles Biddle
Seller's Agent in 2021
Charles Biddle
SANDCASTLE REALTY INC
(302) 236-7653
1 in this area
6 Total Sales
-
Stephen Morgan
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Stephen Morgan
Keller Williams Realty
(443) 226-5297
3 in this area
88 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU2026976
APN: 134-17.20-217.00
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