Coastal Bliss in Private Middlesex Beach! Welcome to 5 Bridge Road—your dream beach retreat tucked in the coveted Middlesex Beach community! This beautifully maintained 6-bedroom, 3 full and 1 half bath home sits on nearly half an acre, offering the rare combo of privacy, space, and exclusive private beach access just a short stroll away. Step inside and feel the warmth of this two-story coastal haven, where vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy gas fireplace set the tone for relaxed, year-round living. With 2,320+ square feet of thoughtfully designed space, there’s plenty of room to enjoy your family and friends. Enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces—a sprawling wraparound deck, screened porch, and sunny balconies perfect for morning coffee or late-night beach stories. The home comes fully furnished, including bikes, porch and gazebo furniture, kitchenware, linens, and more. There are 2 outdoor showers under the house. Just bring your suitcase and settle into the salt air life. Bonus Features: ✔️ Attached 2-car garage a spacious driveway. ✔️ Plenty of space under the house for extra storage. ✔️ Public water/sewer. ✔️ Middlesex Beach HOA includes a private guarded beach, road maintenance, trash, and snow removal. This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey coastal getaway in one of Bethany’s most beloved beach communities—perfect as a primary residence, vacation escape, or high-demand rental.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$682Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Betsy Perry• Keller Williams Realty
•302-360-0300 (broker)
•steve@srarealty.com (broker)
Bought with Unrepresented Unrepresented• Unrepresented
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
140 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,160
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-17.15-55.00
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.
Appliances: Range Hood, Oven - Single, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Furnished
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Laundry Type: Has Laundry
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment, Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Federal Flood Zone: AE
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Pilings
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around
Roof: Pitched, Wood, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Screens
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 140.00 x 140.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,320
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $150
School Tax: $1,387
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,555
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased, Electric
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Beach
HOA Website: https://middlesexbeach.org/
HOA Fee: $3,200
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: Please follow GPS for most accurate directions.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,160
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-17.15-55.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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
6 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.50M – $1.82M
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