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Off Market Dec 2024 for $950K

$1,123,613

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,220/mo

•

2,000

sq ft

3 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

About this home

Spacious one-story coastal retreat on nearly a half-acre lot in the highly sought after community of Middlesex with a private life-guarded beach. This beach cottage features multiple living spaces with the main home offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and connecting through a screened porch to an updated suite with an additional bedroom, full bathroom and kitchenette. This addition provides the flexibility to be utilized as a luxury primary suite or treat your guests to a private retreat of their own. The over-sized, conditioned detached garage would make the perfect spot for games on a rainy day or utilize this space to enjoy your favorite hobby. Two additional detached storage areas will hold all of your beach necessities and are close to the outdoor shower, making clean up after a day on the beach a breeze. This property also offers the convenience of a whole-house generator. Walk just a few short blocks to the beach or drive over and utilize the private beach parking lots as a resident of Middlesex Beach. Offered partially furnished, this home has fresh new carpet and is ready for you to enjoy this summer while making it your own! Situated on a quiet non-thru street and nestled among mature pine trees, this is the perfect location to feel tucked away from the crowds yet close to the beach, boardwalk, restaurants and entertainment.

Single-familyProperty Type

1984Year Built

0.45 acresLot Size

$562Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by LESLIE KOPP • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Listed by KIKI HARGROVE • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Bought with LESLIE KOPP • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Bought with KIKI HARGROVE • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU2059548

Redfin Estimate

$1,123,613

$174K since sold in December 2024$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 5.6% lower than the average sale price ($1.19M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$995,000
A
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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 JUN 1, 2026
$2,300,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths1,820 sq ft
206 Wellington Pkwy, 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 DEC 12, 2025
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F
4 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
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$320,033

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$3,520/mo

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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

New listings for sale

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NEW 1 DAY AGO
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5 beds5.5 baths3,100 sq ft
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(302) 539-9040
$675,000
3 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
605 Cape Eleuthra Rd #73, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
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COMING SOON
$4,490,000
4 beds4 baths2,700 sq ft
107 Central Blvd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
(302) 539-9040
$920,000
4 beds2 baths1,475 sq ft
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EARLY ACCESS
$975,000
4 beds5 baths3,229 sq ft
539 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
$1,250,000
3 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
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EARLY ACCESS
$885,000
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COMING SOON
$950,000
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Sale history for 3 Short Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,288 (−0.4%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2025

$2,297 (+82.4%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2024

$1,259 (+0.1%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2023

$1,258 (+67.8%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2022

$750 (−0.4%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2019

$752 (−1.5%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2018

$763 (−1.2%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2017

$773 (+21.5%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2016

$636 (+0.3%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2014

$634

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

Tax history for 3 Short Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,288 (−0.4%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2025

$2,297 (+82.4%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2024

$1,259 (+0.1%)

$253,000 + $284,600

$537,600

2023

$1,258 (+67.8%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2022

$750 (−0.4%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2019

$752 (−1.5%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2018

$763 (−1.2%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2017

$773 (+21.5%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2016

$636 (+0.3%)

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

2014

$634

$8,750 + $21,700

$30,450

*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

Stories

Lot width

140 ft.

Lot depth

140 ft.

Lot size

0.45 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,000

Year built

1984

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-17.11-42.00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 7
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Wood
Partially Furnished
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Master Bath(s), Window Treatments
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Federal Flood Zone: AE
Improvement Assessed Value: $21,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Secure Storage

Lot Information
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 140.00 x 140.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $8,750

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

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

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $137
School Tax: $1,122
Tax Assessed Value: $30,450
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $1,258

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Management, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Beach
HOA Fee: $3,075
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 Route One turn West onto Short Road, Home will be on Right

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-17.11-42.00

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi

8/10

Selbyville Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.1mi

7/10

Indian River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ 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, 16 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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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

$1.07M – $1.29M

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Home values near 3 Short Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1568 Sq. Ft.	$930,843
39607 Round Robin Way Apt 2404, Bethany Beach, DE 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 870 Sq. Ft.	$478,979

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$1,384,444
39633 Round Robin Way Apt 2601, Bethany Beach, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$601,965

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3216 Sq. Ft.	$1,181,368
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