56 Dune Rd Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Estimated Value: $440,805 - $3,251,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,264
Sq Ft
$728/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean Front
- Primary bedroom faces the ocean
- Access to Tidal Water
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Beach
- Sandy Beach
About This Home
As of May 2020Oceanfront coastal cottage with the rare opportunity to step from your back deck directly onto a private life-guarded beach. This home offers 5 bedrooms and a spacious open floorplan open with fabulous Ocean views from the family room and kitchen/dining room which spills out to the Oceanfront deck offering the ideal layout for entertaining large gatherings at the beach. With recently updated cement siding, low maintenance Trex decking, and newer HVAC, this home just needs some interior updates to be the perfect oasis. Situated on a spacious 60 x 150 lot, in a highly sought after community, this home offers endless possibilities which include renovation or complete re-build.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 02/13/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 02/13/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,292
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60.00 x 150.00
- Ocean Front
- Home fronts navigable water
- Sandy Beach
- Premium Lot
- Property is zoned MR 724
HOA Fees
- $196 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Coastal Architecture
- Cottage
- Frame Construction
- Cement Siding
- Piling Construction
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 2,264 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Furnished
- Beamed Ceilings
- Electric Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Open Floorplan
- Ocean Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary bedroom faces the ocean
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Access to Tidal Water
- Private Water Access
- Property is near an ocean
- Swimming Allowed
- Balcony
- Deck
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Water Heater
Additional Features
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Flood Risk
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 28
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.16-115.00
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include trash, management
- Middlesex Beach Subdivision
- Property Manager
Recreation
- Beach
Security
- Security Service
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2020
Closed on
May 8, 2020
Sold by
George P Kalas Jr T
Bought by
Johnson Dean A and Johnson Maida J
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$2,195,000
Sold Price
$2,395,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
9.11%
Total Days on Market
5
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
-$747,049
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,785,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,604,429
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$55,792
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2018
Sold by
Kalas George P Jr Est
Bought by
George P Kalas Jr Cr T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1993
Bought by
Kalas George P Jr Robert P Kalas
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Dean A | $2,395,000 | None Available | |
| George P Kalas Jr Cr T | -- | -- | |
| Kalas George P Jr Robert P Kalas | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Johnson Dean A | $1,785,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2020 05/08/20 | Sold | $2,395,000 | 0.0% | $1,058 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2020 02/18/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/14/2020 02/14/20 | Price Changed | $2,395,000 | +9.1% | $1,058 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2020 02/13/20 | For Sale | $2,195,000 | -- | $970 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,530 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2023 | $2,528 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2022 | $2,487 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2021 | $2,412 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2020 | $2,302 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2019 | $2,292 | $61,200 | $24,000 | $37,200 |
| 2018 | $2,314 | $61,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,333 | $61,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,056 | $61,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,119 | $61,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,087 | $61,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Leslie Kopp
Seller's Agent in 2020
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster
(302) 542-3917
410 in this area
779 Total Sales
-
Kiki Hargrove
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Kiki Hargrove
Long & Foster
(302) 569-2959
126 in this area
243 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU155928
APN: 134-17.16-115.00
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