$960,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025

971 Sandbar Ct Bethany Beach, DE 19930

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$384 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Spa
  • Lake View

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to the Lake Bethany Community! This beautiful, 4-bedroom home has much to offer with a spacious floor plan, kitchen island with breakfast bar, vaulted ceilings, woodburning fireplace, ceramic tile, hardwood floors and two zoned HVAC.The first floor also offers a bedroom/den/office with full bath, mud room, pantry off the kitchen, and great room with wood burning fireplace.Second floor provides a generously sized owners bedroom with gas fireplace and an ensuite bath, laundry room, and two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Lovely outdoor living spaces with a large, screened porch, open rear and side decks, perfect for entertaining friends or relaxing after a day at the beach. Outdoor shower is accessible from decks. In season activities include kayaking or paddle boarding on Lake Bethany. Residential parking permits for easy access to all of downtown Bethany Beach.Seasonal Bethany Beach Trolley stops throughout this quaint community. Home is being sold fully furnished, making this turn-key home ready to be enjoyed this spring!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Trevor Clark

1ST CHOICE PROPERTIES LLC License #RA-0020681 Listed on: 04/30/2025

Co-Listed By

ABBY CLARK

1ST CHOICE PROPERTIES LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Allison Stine

Northrop Realty License #RA-0031128

Northrop Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,609

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70.00 x 100.00
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • West Facing Home
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Tidal Wetland on Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned TN

HOA Fees

  • $15 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Partially Furnished
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Heatilator
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Lake Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Flood Lights

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • Property is near a lake
  • Rip-Rap
  • Lake Privileges
  • Multiple Balconies
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School
  • Selbyville Middle School
  • Sussex Central High School

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts
  • 120/240V
  • Propane
  • 60 Gallon+ Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Tax Lot 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-821.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include snow removal, common area maintenance
  • Lake Bethany Subdivision

Recreation

  • 1 Community Docks
  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,609

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$15 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: sold fully furnished
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to the Lake Bethany Community! This beautiful, 4-bedroom home has much to offer with a spacious floor plan, kitchen island with breakfast bar, vaulted ceilings, woodburning fireplace, ceramic tile, hardwood floors and two zoned HVAC. The first floor also offers a bedroom/den/office with full bath, mud room, pantry off the kitchen, and great room with wood burning fireplace. Second floor provides a generously sized owners bedroom with gas fireplace and an ensuite bath, laundry room, and two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Lovely outdoor living spaces with a large, screened porch, open rear and side decks, perfect for entertaining friends or relaxing after a day at the beach. Outdoor shower is accessible from decks. In season activities include kayaking or paddle boarding on Lake Bethany. Residential parking permits for easy access to all of downtown Bethany Beach. Seasonal Bethany Beach Trolley stops throughout this quaint community. Home is being sold fully furnished, making this turn-key home ready to be enjoyed this spring!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool/Hottub, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Insulated, Screens, Sliding
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Heatilator, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 390.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 971

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Flood Lights, Hot Tub, Outside Shower
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Lake, Water
  • Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, Private Access
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Lake Bethany
  • Water Body Type: Lake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 220 Volts, 120/240V, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, 90% Forced Air, Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Electric Available, Phone, Propane
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 175.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Tennis Courts, Water/Lake Privileges
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • Middle School: SELBYVILLE
  • High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396898
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL
  • Middle Or Junior School: SELBYVILLE

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Level, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Rip-Rapped, Tidal Wetland
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 70.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6970.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Enclosed, Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Total Actual Rent: 8700.00
  • Vacation Rental: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1183.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2609.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.00-821.00
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 500
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 05/30/2025

Multi Family

  • Federal Flood Zone: AE

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Aglim Brahim and Conte-Aglim Rose
Bought by
Dhillon Vikram and Dhillon Helen
Seller's Agent
Trevor Clark
1ST CHOICE PROPERTIES LLC
Buyer's Agent
Allison Stine
Northrop Realty
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.54%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$951,528

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,472
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.48%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2024
Closed on
Apr 4, 2024
Sold by
Boughman Lauren A and Boughman Kierstin M
Bought by
Aglim Brahim and Conte-Aglim Rose
Seller's Agent
Trevor Clark
1ST CHOICE PROPERTIES LLC
Buyer's Agent
Trevor Clark
1ST CHOICE PROPERTIES LLC
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$869,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,000
2.24%
Views
67

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.96%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $960,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $869,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $960,000 -1.5% $384 / Sq Ft
05/04/2025 05/04/25 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Sale $975,000 +12.2% $390 / Sq Ft
04/03/2024 04/03/24 Sold $869,000 +2.2% $348 / Sq Ft
02/15/2024 02/15/24 For Sale $850,000 -- $340 / Sq Ft
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
2024 $1,327 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2023 $1,326 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2022 $1,304 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2021 $1,265 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2020 $1,207 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2019 $1,202 $32,100 $4,400 $27,700
2018 $1,214 $32,100 $0 $0
2017 $1,224 $32,100 $0 $0
2016 $1,078 $32,100 $0 $0
2015 $1,112 $32,100 $0 $0
2014 $1,095 $32,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2085196

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.00-821.00