OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2016 for $4M

$6,062,479

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $23,561/mo

•

3,000

sq ft

32081 Surf Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

About this home

Classic ocean front cottage in Sussex Shores, one of the most desirable addresses on the Delaware coast. Adjacent to the town of Bethany on a private beach with 80 feet of pristine ocean frontage, this sought after location offers seclusion and the convenience of being just a short walk into town. Adored by one family, this home offers endless possibilities which include renovation or complete re-build.

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

10,454 sq ftLot Size

$2,021Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

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

•302-539-9040 (broker)

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

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1001016002

Redfin Estimate

$6,062,479

$2.1M since sold in September 2016$452K since August

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This home's estimate is 100.2% higher than the average sale price ($3.03M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,895,000
A
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SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$2,450,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,000 sq ft
324 Sandpiper Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD SEP 24, 2025
$1,630,000
C
5 beds4 baths2,933 sq ft
327 Oakwood St, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$995,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,441 sq ft
31326 Terry Cir, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD SEP 22, 2025
$6,300,000
E
5 beds2.5 baths3,000 sq ft
31911 Surf Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$3,900,000
F
6 beds5 baths4,000 sq ft
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$3,195,408

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$4,171/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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3 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
605 Cape Eleuthra Rd #73, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
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COMING SOON
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4 beds2 baths1,475 sq ft
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EARLY ACCESS
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EARLY ACCESS
$885,000
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COMING SOON
$950,000
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Sale history for 32081 Surf Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,451 (−0.4%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2025

$12,498 (+177.4%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2024

$4,505 (+0.1%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2023

$4,500 (+1.6%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2022

$4,427 (+3.1%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2021

$4,295 (+6.1%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2020

$4,050 (−0.7%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2019

$4,080 (+103.4%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2018

$2,006 (−0.8%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2017

$2,022 (+0.7%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2016

$2,008 (−1.3%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2014

$2,035

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

Tax history for 32081 Surf Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$12,451 (−0.4%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2025

$12,498 (+177.4%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2024

$4,505 (+0.1%)

$2,222,450 + $703,100

$2,925,550

2023

$4,500 (+1.6%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2022

$4,427 (+3.1%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2021

$4,295 (+6.1%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2020

$4,050 (−0.7%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2019

$4,080 (+103.4%)

$31,350 + $77,600

$108,950

2018

$2,006 (−0.8%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2017

$2,022 (+0.7%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2016

$2,008 (−1.3%)

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

2014

$2,035

$31,350 + $21,700

$53,050

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

80 ft.

Lot depth

120 ft.

Lot size

9,601 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,563

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-13.16-14.00

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
Has Garage
Gravel Driveway
Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Island, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Federal Flood Insurance: Yes
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
# of Levels: 3
Total Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Features: Guard System
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Stick Built, HardiPlank Type
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Outside Shower

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 80x120
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Has Water View

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $2,063

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Wood Burn Stove, Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Sewer Expense: $268
Water Source: Private

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Beach, Security
HOA Fee: $1,800
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Location Information
Sussex DE Quadrants: East of Rt 1
Directions: Route 1 North, Right onto Collins Street into Sussex Shores Community, Right on Surf Road, 2 Blocks South on Left.

Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Ocean
Water Body Name: ATLANTIC OCEAN

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,563
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,601 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-13.16-14.00

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 • 10.1mi

7/10

Indian River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

3/10 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 99° expected this year, 17 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

$5.76M – $6.97M

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Home values near 32081 Surf Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
32055 Surf Road, Bethany Beach, DE 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 2236 Sq. Ft.	$3,884,489
39914 Ayres Road, Bethany Beach, DE 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 568 Sq. Ft.	$2,229,137

Address	Redfin Estimate
32087 Surf Road, Bethany Beach, DE 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 5476 Sq. Ft.	$8,462,142
39923 Ayres Road, Bethany Beach, DE - Beds \| 5 Baths \| 2470 Sq. Ft.	$2,690,402

Address	Redfin Estimate
32065 Surf Road, Bethany Beach, DE - Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$3,969,786
39922 Ayres Road, Bethany Beach, DE - Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1168 Sq. Ft.	$2,118,505

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