NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Short Rd Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Estimated Value: $956,714 - $1,136,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.45 Acres

Last Sold October 10, 2019

Last sale price $618,000

Est. 71% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,868/month

Highlights

  • Beach
  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of October 2019

This home is located at 8 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 since 05 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,054,429. This property was built in 1975. 8 Short Rd is a home located in Sussex County with nearby schools including Lord Baltimore Elementary School, Selbyville Middle School, and Indian River High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Kopp

(302) 542-3917 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 10/05/2019

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Kiki Hargrove

(302) 569-2959 kiki@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0020565

Last Buyer's Agent

Leslie Kopp

(302) 542-3917 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 10/05/2019

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $807

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 140.00 x 140.00
  • Property is zoned MR

HOA Fees

  • $196 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Heater

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Flood Risk

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Tax Lot 8
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.15-9.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Middlesex Beach Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$807

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$196 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • 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
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 2350.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Beach
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Lot Dimensions: 140.00 x 140.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 19602.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Zoning: MR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5117676
  • School Tax: 711.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 807.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-17.15-9.00
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2020
Sold by
Katowitz Janet A
Bought by
Janet Katowitz Lt
Current Estimated Value
$1,054,429

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2019
Closed on
Oct 13, 2019
Sold by
Ambrose Michael J and Ambrose Margaret S
Bought by
Katowitz Janet A
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$635,000
Sold Price
$618,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-2.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.91%
Original Mortgage
$488,400
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2002
Bought by
Ambrose Micharl J Margaret S
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
Janet Katowitz Lt -- None Available
Katowitz Janet A $618,000 --
Ambrose Micharl J Margaret S $474,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Katowitz Janet A $488,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2019 10/10/19 Sold $618,000 -2.7% --
10/05/2019 10/05/19 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2019 10/05/19 For Sale $635,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,898 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2024 $891 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2023 $890 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2022 $876 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2021 $849 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2020 $811 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2019 $807 $21,550 $8,750 $12,800
2018 $815 $21,550 $0 $0
2017 $822 $21,550 $0 $0
2016 $724 $21,550 $0 $0
2015 $746 $21,550 $0 $0
2014 $735 $21,550 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Leslie Kopp

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Leslie Kopp

    Long & Foster

    (302) 542-3917

    345 in this area

    656 Total Sales

    Leslie Kopp
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  • Kiki Hargrove

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Kiki Hargrove

    Long & Foster

    (302) 569-2959

    110 in this area

    211 Total Sales

    Kiki Hargrove
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU148498

Bright MLS

APN: 134-17.15-9.00

Delaware Sussex County Bethany Beach 19930

8 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE

Not Listed for Sale

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