PRICE ADJUSTMENT !!!! Come preview this Charming Classic Beach Cottage in a private exclusive neighborhood of Middlesex Beach with private guarded beach. This home is steps to the Atlantic Ocean and reminiscent of summer vacations filled with beach strolls and night walks under the stars. Blocks to downtown Bethany Beach. 31 Bridge features an Open Floor plan with hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, w/ spacious Loft with bed and desk . 2.5 baths . Enjoy the Open decks and screened porch, perfect for night time enjoyment and entertaining. Back yard ready for all kinds of upgrades /pool , etc. This cottage has a proven rental History for 2019-2022.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$950Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by JANE BAXTER• Keller Williams Realty
•302-360-0300 (broker)
•steve@srarealty.com (broker)
Bought with Danny TAGLIENTI• Keller Williams Realty
East of Rt. 1 & just steps to your private guarded beach, this cottage style home has great charm & offers 3 bedrooms, a large loft area, brick fireplace, exposed wood beams, screened porch, outside shower, no parking problems. Great as a year round/vacation home or a possible investment property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,008 (−0.4%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2025
$3,020 (+193.3%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2024
$1,030 (+0.1%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2023
$1,028 (+1.6%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2022
$1,012 (+3.1%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2021
$982 (+5.3%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2019
$932 (−1.0%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2018
$942 (−0.8%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2017
$949 (+13.6%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2016
$836 (−1.5%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2014
$849
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
Tax history for 31 Bridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,008 (−0.4%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2025
$3,020 (+193.3%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2024
$1,030 (+0.1%)
$541,800 + $165,050
$706,850
2023
$1,028 (+1.6%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2022
$1,012 (+3.1%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2021
$982 (+5.3%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2019
$932 (−1.0%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2018
$942 (−0.8%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2017
$949 (+13.6%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2016
$836 (−1.5%)
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
2014
$849
$12,000 + $12,900
$24,900
*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
60 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
8,999 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-17.16-75.00
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.
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Beach, Common Grounds, Security
HOA Fee: $2,350
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: East of Rt 1
Cross Street: Rt. 1
Directions: Head South on RT. 1 towards Fenwick , 31 Bridge Road is EAST of the Highway in Middlesex Beach. take left at light community on right , first house on left.
Entry Floor Number: 1
Location Type: Oceanblock
Road Responsibility: Private
Road Surface Type: Approved
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Private Access, Swimming Allowed
Water Access
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Ocean
Water Body Name: Atlantic Ocean
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,999 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-17.16-75.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Vacation Rental
Around this home
Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% 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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Sun exposure
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.
9.2 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.26M – $1.53M
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