OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2020 for $778K

$1,667,627

•

5,508

sq ft

26 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

About this home

2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH and walking distance to downtown Bethany Beach, restaurants & shops. This home is in an ideal location. Middlesex Beach is a private. lifeguarded beach for residents only making it a highly desirable community. This utterly charming oasis is located on a . 57 acre corner lot with plenty of privacy and room for a pool if you so desire. The interior of this home provides plenty of yesteryear's charm and today's modern necessities. Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, outdoor shower, high-end cabinetry, corian countertops and plenty of outdoor spaces. A renovated kitchen, master suite addition and 2 car garage with additional storage upstairs were added later to make this great home even better. A large family room w/ gas fireplace and dining room make this the perfect place for entertaining throughout the four seasons. But it gets even better. .. step out of the kitchen & dining room onto a completely private screened porch OR step out of the family room onto a second screened porch. A downstairs and upstairs deck provide additional Fun spaces. The first floor master suite includes master bath, walk-in closet, 2nd closet and private office/den area when you need the downtime. Bedroom 2 and additional full bath are also on the first level. Bedrooms 3 & 4 and full bath are upstairs for family & friends. There is plenty of storage which can be challenging to find in a beach house. The furniture and the golf cart are included so just bring your suitcase. Jump on the golf cart and cruise to the Beach with private parking or zip down to your neighbors. You must see this home to understand just how truly perfect it is. This home is not in a flood zone and a new central air system was installed in 2017. Relax and hit the Beach. FOR A VIRTUAL TOUR, CLICK ON THE VIDEO CAMERA. IT IS THE NEXT BEST THING TO BEING THERE.

Single-familyProperty Type

2022Year Built

0.56 acresLot Size

$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by LISA BARROS • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

•302-227-6767 (broker)

•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)

Bought with ANN RASKAUSKAS • BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC

•302-537-9700 (broker)

•ann@bethanyarearealty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 5 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU157232

Redfin Estimate

$1,667,627

$889K since sold in July 2020$82K since August

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This home's estimate is 15.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.44M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$995,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,061 sq ft
418 Beachwood Ln, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$970,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,277 sq ft
608 Pebble Ct, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,250,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,500 sq ft
209 W 11th St, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,895,000
D
5 beds3 baths3,000 sq ft
39 Dune Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$780,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,300 sq ft
208 Pond View Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,750,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,200 sq ft
309 W 5th St, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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Market trends in 19930, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

+0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

42d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

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Sale history for 26 Short Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DESU157232

Jul 17, 2020

Sold

$778,500

$141/sq ft

Jun 25, 2020

Pending

—

May 29, 2020

Contingent

—

May 18, 2020

Price Changed

$865,000

$157/sq ft

Mar 11, 2020

Listed

$884,900

$161/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1008356406

Dec 31, 2019

Listing Removed

—

Nov 6, 2019

Price Changed

$878,000

$159/sq ft

Oct 10, 2019

Price Changed

$898,000

$163/sq ft

Sep 17, 2019

Price Changed

$929,000

$169/sq ft

Aug 8, 2019

Price Changed

$949,000

$172/sq ft

Jul 14, 2019

Price Changed

$965,000

$175/sq ft

May 8, 2019

Price Changed

$998,000

$181/sq ft

Apr 11, 2019

Price Changed

$1,025,000

$186/sq ft

Feb 6, 2019

Price Changed

$1,085,000

$197/sq ft

Jan 26, 2019

Price Changed

$1,125,000

$204/sq ft

Oct 5, 2018

Listed

$1,148,000

$208/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001955614

Sep 22, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Aug 21, 2018

Price Changed

$1,185,000

$215/sq ft

Jun 29, 2018

Listed

$1,285,000

$233/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,601 (−0.4%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2025

$4,619 (+64.3%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2024

$2,811 (+0.1%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2023

$2,808 (+115.9%)

$11,350 + $56,050

$67,400

2022

$1,300 (+3.1%)

$11,350 + $56,050

$67,400

2021

$1,261 (+4.8%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2020

$1,204 (+0.4%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2019

$1,198 (−1.0%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2018

$1,210 (−0.8%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2017

$1,220 (+82.6%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2016

$668 (+0.3%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2014

$666

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

Tax history for 26 Short Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,601 (−0.4%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2025

$4,619 (+64.3%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2024

$2,811 (+0.1%)

$271,350 + $804,150

$1,075,500

2023

$2,808 (+115.9%)

$11,350 + $56,050

$67,400

2022

$1,300 (+3.1%)

$11,350 + $56,050

$67,400

2021

$1,261 (+4.8%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2020

$1,204 (+0.4%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2019

$1,198 (−1.0%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2018

$1,210 (−0.8%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2017

$1,220 (+82.6%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2016

$668 (+0.3%)

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

2014

$666

$11,350 + $20,650

$32,000

*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

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

170 ft.

Lot depth

146 ft.

Lot size

24,394

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,508

Year built

2022

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-17.16-5.00

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

$260 /month

Garage

Yes

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Jun 6, 2023.

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 Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet
Furnished
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Master Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Master Bathroom, Screened Porch

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $20,650
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2010

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Porch(es), Screened
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Outside Shower

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping
Lot Size Dimensions: 170.00 x 146.00
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $11,350

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $142
School Tax: $1,056
Tax Assessed Value: $32,000
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $1,198

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Private

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $2,250
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: Route 1 South. Right on Short Road. First home on the left; corner lot. Driveway is in the rear.

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,508
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2022
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-17.16-5.00
HOA Dues: $260/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Jun 6, 2023

Around this home

Schools

Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

Selbyville Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi

7/10

Indian River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 49-59% 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

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Bethany Beach, DE • 19930

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 5.4 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.59M – $1.92M

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Home values near 26 Short Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,593,758
25 Errett Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$1,732,041

Address	Redfin Estimate
23 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$1,222,223
25 Bayberry Rd, Bethany Beach, DE - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$977,600

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$1,327,249
21 Bayberry Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 1751 Sq. Ft.	$1,378,127

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