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$979,900

Est. $5,772/mo

•

2,914

sq ft

205 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

About this home

Welcome to 205 Oyster Shell Cove, a stunning retreat nestled in the amenity-rich community of The Salt Pond in Bethany Beach. This energy-efficient Insight-built home perfectly blends coastal elegance with modern design, offering a lifestyle of ease and comfort. Step inside to find a light-filled open floor plan anchored by a soaring great room where a dramatic floor to ceiling stone fireplace serves as the heart of the home. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring premium finishes and ample space for hosting dinner parties or casual morning coffee. Convenience is key with three bedrooms located on the main level, including a spacious primary en-suite that serves as a private sanctuary. The second floor expands your living space significantly, offering a fourth large bedroom, full bath, and a versatile loft space perfect for a game room or secondary lounge. You’ll also find a generous bonus space and a large storage room ensuring there is a place for everything. The outdoor living spaces are just as inviting. Enjoy breezy afternoons on the screened porch or host summer cookouts on the rear deck. Equipped with a security system and built to high energy-efficiency standards, this home offers peace of mind along with its undeniable charm. Whether you are looking for a year-round residence or a beach getaway, this Salt Pond gem is ready for its next chapter.

Single-familyProperty Type

2019Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$336Price/Sq.Ft.

$219/moHOA Dues

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Paul Dicicco • Compass

•302-864-2822 (broker)

•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)

Listing updated: Aug 18, 2026 at 04:25pm

Redfin checked: 4 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU2115194

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$5,772 per month

Principal and interest$5,084

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

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

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

205 Oyster Shell Cv · $979,900

Strong offer

$979K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $979K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Breakfast area
Combination kitchen/dining
Open floor plan
Central vacuum
Recessed lighting
Ceiling fan(s)
Window treatments
Walk-in closet(s)
Sprinkler system
Bathroom with walk-in shower

Bedrooms
Three main-level bedrooms
One upper-level bedroom (first upper level)

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms on the main level
One full bathroom on the first upper level
Three full bathrooms total

Kitchen
Cooktop
Wall oven
Built-in microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Exhaust fan

Laundry & utility
Main-floor laundry
Washer
Dryer
Tankless water heater

Flooring
Carpet

Heating & cooling
Heat pump with electric backup
Forced air
Programmable thermostat
Central A/C (electric)

Sale and tax history for 205 Oyster Shell Cv

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,026 (+20.6%)

$121,800 + $346,750

$468,550

2024

$1,680 (+0.1%)

$121,800 + $346,750

$468,550

2023

$1,678 (+1.6%)

$5,250 + $34,800

$40,050

2022

$1,651 (+3.0%)

$5,250 + $34,800

$40,050

2021

$1,603 (+4.7%)

$5,250 + $34,800

$40,050

2020

$1,530 (+678.5%)

$5,250 + $34,800

$40,050

2019

$197 (−1.0%)

$5,250 + $34,800

$40,050

2018

$199 (−0.8%)

$5,250

2017

$200 (+13.7%)

$5,250

2016

$176 (−1.7%)

$5,250

2014

$179

$5,250

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

182 ft.

Lot depth

149 ft.

Lot size

0.31 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,722

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,722

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-13.00-1751.00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

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

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk 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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Bethany Beach, DE • 19930

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

92/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.3 hrs

6.5 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 205 Oyster Shell Cv

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $667,000 and $1,260,000.

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $667K to $1.3M.

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smaller lot
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SOLD APR 27, 2026
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4 beds2.5 baths2,290 sq ft
236 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
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smaller lot
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SOLD DEC 31, 2025
$1,125,000 Last sold price
4 beds4.5 baths3,162 sq ft
655 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
$20/sq ft
smaller lot
6 years newer
SOLD SEP 22, 2025
$785,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths2,800 sq ft
203 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
$56/sq ft
smaller lot
23 years older
SOLD JAN 30, 2026
$667,000 Last sold price
5 beds3.5 baths3,260 sq ft
37727 Lagoon Ln, Ocean View, DE 19970
$131/sq ft
smaller lot
5 years newer
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$1,260,000 Last sold price
5 beds3.5 baths3,414 sq ft
31335 Lynn Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
$33/sq ft
smaller lot
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