An amazing opportunity to own in Bay Forest at Bethany Beach! Built in 2021 by Main Street Homes LLC, this stunning home is full of the perfect upgrades that you have been looking for. Enter thru a mahogany-stained front door to an open floorplan w/ 10' ceilings, plantation shutters throughout the main level, luxury plank flooring, natural gas FP, sliding doors to the wrap around porch. But the details! You won't want to stop entertaining--the kitchen has a white farm sink, deep navy Tolani Nightfall cabinets with Calcutta Laza quartz counters and white beveled subway tile backsplash and so much storage. The wrap around porch is a perfect spot to enjoy summer days--more than half is screened. . with an oversized 14' dining porch connected to the 10' deep back porch overlooking the pond and neighborhood walking path. Primary BR is on the main level with not one but 2 walk-in closets. And added rockwool soundproofing in the ceiling makes for quiet sleeping! The PRBA has double sink quartz topped vanity & tiled shower. A powder room and laundry room complete the main level. Hardwood stairs lead to the 2nd level: a huge family room -- not just any space, but designed to be enjoyed with a full wet bar & wine/beverage refrigerator; AND a spectacular glass front, temperature controlled wine closet. There are 4 bedrooms on this level. BR2 enjoys great king-sized space with a perfect dormer area for a reading nook/desk space. BR3 & BR4 share a jack 'n jill bath (with shower & double sink quartz topped vanity). BR5 is ensuite w/ a shower and huge walk-in closet! The 2-car garage has a utility sink, epoxy floor for easy maintenance. The Rinnai tankless gas water heater provides efficiency; and the conditioned crawl space houses the Trane damper HVAC system & dehumidifier. Lawn care is covered under the monthly fee. And then there is the Bay Forest community amenities--2 pools, a fab fitness center, yoga/barre room; game room; tennis courts; indoor basketball & pickleball courts; kayak storage (small annual fee to store) at the marina. Miles of walking paths and in the summer a free shuttle to take you to Bethany Beach.
Single-familyProperty Type
2021Year Built
$291Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cindy Souza• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-539-9040 (broker)
Bought with Jacqueline Band-Olinger• Greystone Realty, LLC.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Zoning
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-8.00-1071.00 #10
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Last updated by owner on Apr 1, 2025.
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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 Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Brick Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless, Refrigerator, Oven - Wall, Water Heater, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer - Front Loading
Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Pool Information
Community Pool Features: In Ground, Lap/Exercise
Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Premium
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,700
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Annual Amount: $1,606
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cable
Central Air
Cooling Type: Fresh Air Recovery System, Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat, Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
90% Forced Air, Forced Air, Central
Heating Fuel: Central, Natural Gas
Hot Water: Tankless, Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Phone Available, Under Ground, Electric Available, Propane, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Condo/Coop Fee: $15
Condo/Coop Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Management Type: Professional - On-site
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Management, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Road Maintenance, Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Reserve Funds, Insurance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Boat Ramp, Club House, Common Grounds, Community Center, Dining Rooms, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Jog/Walk Path, Meeting Room, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Transportation Service, Party Room, Pier/Dock
HOA Fee: $371
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
Other Fees: $1,250
Other Fees Frequency: Annually
School Information
High School: INDIAN RIVER
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Cross Street: Sanderling
Directions: Rt 26 from Bethany, turn right onto Whites Neck Rd, turn right onto Sanderling Rd, turn right onto Vesper, go over little bridge, immediate left onto Widgeon. . house on left
Road Responsibility: Private
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Waterfrontage Information
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Pond
Public facts
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Sussex County
APN: 134-8.00-1071.00 #10
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 1, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Ocean View, DE • 19970
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.02M – $1.24M
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