$775,000
SOLD NOV 13, 2025

982 Turtle Dr Bethany Beach, DE 19930

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,509 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$309 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Solid Hardwood Flooring

About This Home

As of November 2025

Welcome to this spacious 3-bedroom home in the desirable Turtle Walk community of Bethany Beach, DE. Offered fully furnished, this home is turnkey ready for you to enjoy the coastal lifestyle immediately. The property exudes curb appeal with attractive landscaping supported by an irrigation system, a stone arched entry and wide entry steps leading into a two-story foyer. The formal dining room features a vaulted ceiling, skylight, chair rail, and plantation shutters, perfect for special occasions. The kitchen offers easy care ceramic tile flooring, stylish backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a beautiful arched window, high ceilings with recessed lighting, and table space. It flows seamlessly into the living room, complete with a cozy gas fireplace and a skylight that fills the space with natural light. Two sets of French doors lead from the kitchen to a family room with four skylights, creating an airy, light filled retreat. Glass sliding doors open to a three-season room and a wraparound patio, complete with an outdoor shower, ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a day at the beach. The main level also includes two bedrooms, a full bath, a powder room, and a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a sitting area, dual sink vanity, soaking tub, walk in closet, and a stall shower, offering a private retreat at the end of the day. With its thoughtful layout, bright interiors, and move in ready furnishings, this home truly captures the best of coastal living in Bethany Beach. You can easily access the nearby bike path which leads to the beach or canal trail for a nice, shaded walk along the water. Enjoy being close to mini golf, arcades, ice cream, Grotto's Pizza, Difebo's restaurant and their Italian Market Cafe, Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant, Bethany Diner and Wawa for your morning coffee. Going to the beach is a breeze with town parking permits and the open-air shuttle which goes right through Turtle Walk to downtown Bethany. Low carrying cost with no HOA fees. Don’t wait, schedule your view appointment today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robin Palumbo Thompson

(302) 745-8541 robinpthompson@northroprealty.com Northrop Realty License #RS-0014060 Listed on: 10/16/2025

Northrop Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Robin Palumbo Thompson

(302) 745-8541 robinpthompson@northroprealty.com Northrop Realty License #RS-0014060 Listed on: 10/16/2025

Northrop Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,707

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60.00 x 125.00
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Sprinkler System
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Front Yard
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned TN

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,509 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Chair Railings
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Palladian Windows
  • Transom Windows
  • Sliding Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Sitting Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Views of Woods
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Solid Hardwood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Flood Lights

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Landlocked Lot

Schools

  • Indian River High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Turtle Walk Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 70
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-1005.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,707

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All contents
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 10/17/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Solid Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Skylights, Screens, Transom, Palladian, Sliding
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, High, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2509
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2509
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 348.74
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2509
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape, Outside Shower, Gutter System, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Security: Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • 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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landlocked
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1536.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1707.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.00-1005.00
  • Tax Lot: 70
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2025
Closed on
Nov 13, 2025
Sold by
Budd Lawrence E and Budd Victoria C
Bought by
Winters Wayne Keith and Winters Xanthia
Seller's Agent
Robin Palumbo Thompson
Northrop Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robin Palumbo Thompson
Northrop Realty
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-11.43%
Views
45

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
371.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 1998
Bought by
Budd Lawrence E Victoria C Budd
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $775,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $64,900 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/13/2025 11/13/25 Sold $775,000 -11.4% $309 / Sq Ft
10/23/2025 10/23/25 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2025 10/16/25 For Sale $875,000 -- $349 / 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
2025 $1,232 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2024 $1,033 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2023 $1,032 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2022 $1,007 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2021 $1,063 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2020 $1,373 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2019 $991 $36,500 $8,500 $28,000
2018 $1,004 $36,500 $0 $0
2017 $1,016 $36,500 $0 $0
2016 $768 $36,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,264 $36,500 $0 $0
2014 $1,245 $36,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2098114

Bright MLS

APN: 134-13.00-1005.00