$1,025,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025

537 Candlelight Ln Bethany Beach, DE 19930

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$512 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2025

Simply stunning coastal home located approximately 4 blocks to the beach! This beautiful home boasts an expansive great room with soaring ceilings and an inviting open layout, perfect for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features sleek white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and tiled backsplash, complemented by a separate bar with built-in cabinetry. Just off the kitchen there is a large sunroom and a deck area perfect for grilling. Also on the main level is a spacious primary bedroom with a luxurious tiled walk-in shower, a generous guest bedroom, and a convenient half bath. Upstairs, a cozy loft area leads to two additional bedrooms and a full bath, providing ample space for family and friends. After a day at the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower and store your beach gear in the dedicated storage room. Offered fully furnished, this home is ready for you to move in and make lifelong memories. Nestled in a quiet community just a short walk to downtown Bethany or use your town-provided parking passes to park for free on the side streets and enjoy the shops and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Kopp

(302) 539-9040 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Kiki Hargrove

(302) 539-9040 kiki@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0020565

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Ciorrocco

(443) 552-7579 joe@coastallifeoc.com Coastal Life Realty Group LLC License #676479

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,086

Year Built

  • Built in 1986 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 7,122 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75.00 x 95.00
  • West Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Loft
  • Solarium
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Brick Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Indian River High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Candlelight Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 263.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.19-263.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,086

Year Built

Built in 1986 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

7,122 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Loft, Solarium
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 547.50
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • 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
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Block, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Outside Shower, Secure Storage, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

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

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
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 75.00 x 95.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7122.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Porch(es)
  • Zoning: Q
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 815.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2086.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.19-263.00
  • Tax Lot: 263.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Perlin Daniel R and Perlin Katherine D
Bought by
Chryst Zachary C and Chryst Nicole R
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Ciorrocco
Coastal Life Realty Group LLC
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-6.39%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
$1,070,396

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,396
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.58%
Original Mortgage
$807,000
Outstanding Balance
$805,631
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$264,765

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2018
Closed on
Aug 22, 2018
Sold by
Camillo Mark A and Camillo Sara J
Bought by
Perlin Deniel R and Perlin Katherine D
Seller's Agent
ROBERT MAXWELL
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$589,999
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,999
-1.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.58%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,025,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $1,025,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $580,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $807,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $330,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $1,025,000 -6.4% $513 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $1,095,000 +88.8% $548 / Sq Ft
08/17/2018 08/17/18 Sold $580,000 -1.7% $290 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2018 07/17/18 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2018 07/15/18 For Sale $589,999 -- $295 / Sq Ft
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 $1,625 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2024 $914 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2023 $913 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2022 $898 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2021 $871 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2020 $831 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2019 $828 $22,100 $4,000 $18,100
2018 $836 $22,100 $0 $0
2017 $843 $22,100 $0 $0
2016 $719 $21,400 $0 $0
2015 $741 $21,400 $0 $0
2014 $730 $21,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2086766

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.19-263.00

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