116 Soft Shell Cove, a beautiful 5 Bedroom/3.5 Bath home in Salt Pond, features a broad front porch for sitting or rocking while keeping up with nearby neighbors or keeping an eye open for expected guests. Step into the Foyer and the large Great Room with wood floors that continue into the Dining Room, Kitchen and Sitting Room. The Great Room enjoys multiple spaces for visiting: a table for four to play cards or complete a jigsaw puzzle, a sectional couch for TV viewing, and a bay window with sitting space (and storage beneath). A two-sided propane gas Fireplace trimmed in marble with a beautiful wood mantle also warms the Great Room and adjacent Den. The Great Room, Dining Room with sliding glass doors to a wonderful 3 Season Room enjoy exceptional golf course views as far as the eye can see. The Kitchen, with direct pass-through to the Dining Room, enjoys high ceilings and a transom window that lets in loads of light from above. The Kitchen’s off-white appliances (a range with electric cooktop & self-cleaning oven, a built-in microwave, refrigerator with icemaker and dishwasher) are complimented by matching cabinets. The countertops and pass-through are trimmed with custom tile for a unique finished look. Beyond the Dining Room and 3 Season Room is a large open deck with plenty of seating, two circular tables (one with an umbrella) and a hot tub with cover. A spiral stairway allows you to climb to the large Second Floor Deck and a large walk-in Attic above the 2 Car Garage. The first floor Primary Suite, which is reached from the Great Room, also features a Bay Window overlooking the golf course. The Primary Suite includes a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan with lighting, built-in bookcase, walk-in closet and linen closet. Its furniture is premium wicker (including King-sized bed). The Primary Bath features a twin basin vanity, large walk-in shower and a separate, large soaking tub with window view. Upstairs, you’ll find four more large Bedrooms (with lush wall-to-wall carpet) and 2 full Baths featuring upgraded ceramic tile plus windows featuring banquettes. A Powder Room and Laundry Room round out first floor features. Don't forget the second Floor Deck with golf course views. In fact, there's so much to see, you’ll have to visit. Don’t forget the outdoor shower… and don’t overlook those fairway views! There’s a 2-Year Cinch Home Warranty with a $100 Deductible for added peace of mind. The Warranty may include an appliance purchase program. Salt Pond, less than a mile from Bethany Beach, features an 18-hole golf course, a recreational center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a children's play area, among other amenities. You’ll enjoy Salt Pond’s mix of single family homes and town homes, the tree-lined streets that complement them, and the walking trails and bike paths that further enhance the community. Amenities include a community center, fitness center, extraordinary golf course, outdoor and indoor swimming pools with a large Hot Tub, children’s wading pool, tennis & pickleball courts, basketball & volleyball courts, shuffleball & children’s play area. Salt Pond boasts a mix of year-round and part-time residents and easy access to Bethany Beach, directly east, Fenwick Island and Ocean City, MD, south on Route 1; or Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes, north on Route 1. Welcome Home to Salt Pond!
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$362Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joseph Loughran• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-539-9040 (broker)
Bought with Russell Stucki• RE/MAX Realty Group Rehoboth
CONTEMPORARY Beautiful 5BR, 2 1/2BA home in golfing community of Salt Pond with cul-de-sac privacy, just a short drive to Bethany. FEatures lovely hardwood floors, den, f/p, sunroom, ceiling fasn, appliances, outside shower, c/a & 2 car garage. Community pool, tennis, golf & clubhouse.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,523 (−0.4%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2025
$1,529 (+5.5%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2024
$1,449 (+0.1%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2023
$1,448 (+1.6%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2022
$1,424 (+3.1%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2021
$1,382 (+4.8%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2020
$1,318 (+0.4%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2019
$1,312 (−1.0%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2018
$1,325 (−0.8%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2017
$1,336 (+13.5%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2016
$1,177 (−1.5%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2014
$1,195
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
Tax history for 116 Soft Shell Cv
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,523 (−0.4%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2025
$1,529 (+5.5%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2024
$1,449 (+0.1%)
$138,750 + $219,200
$357,950
2023
$1,448 (+1.6%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2022
$1,424 (+3.1%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2021
$1,382 (+4.8%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2020
$1,318 (+0.4%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2019
$1,312 (−1.0%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2018
$1,325 (−0.8%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2017
$1,336 (+13.5%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2016
$1,177 (−1.5%)
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
2014
$1,195
$6,000 + $29,050
$35,050
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
8,220 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,613
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-13.00-1814.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
MR
Medium-Density Residential
The purpose of this district is to provide for medium-density residential development in areas which are or which are expected to become generally urban in character, but where sanitary sewers and public water supplies may or may not be available at the time of construction, together with such churches, recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings. The district is located to protect existing development of this character and contains vacant land considered appropriate for such development in the future.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Asphalt Driveway
Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Washer, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Under Ground
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Hot tub, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Shuffleboard, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $1,870
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: From Bethany Beach, take Route 26 West to RIGHT onto Central Avenue. Proceed to RIGHT onto Bethany Loop followed by another RIGHT onto Oyster Shell Cove. Follow Oyster Shell Cove to LEFT onto Soft Shell Cove. Proceed to 116 Soft Shell Cove at the end of the cul-de-sac.
Location Type: Adjoins Golf Course
Road Responsibility: Private
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Paved
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,613
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,220 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-13.00-1814.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
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Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.2mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
6/10
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$894,000 – $1.08M
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