Welcome to 23 Sheffield Road, an exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath waterfront retreat in Rehoboth Beach Yacht & Country Club. Offered fully furnished, this beautiful canal-front home features a private dock, boat slip, and lift, creating the perfect setting for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and enjoying the relaxed coastal lifestyle that makes Rehoboth Beach so special. Designed for both relaxed coastal living and effortless entertaining, the home features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a stunning double-sided fireplace that creates warmth and ambiance throughout the great room and dining area. Expansive windows and glass doors frame the waterfront setting from nearly every angle, filling the home with sunshine and bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. The stunning designer kitchen has been beautifully renovated and serves as the heart of the home. Showcasing a clean, modern aesthetic, it features a spacious quartz island with breakfast bar seating, a large stainless-steel farmhouse sink, sleek cabinetry, and a full suite of stainless-steel appliances, including an electric cooktop with a stylish vent hood. An adjacent desk area provides the perfect space for working remotely while remaining connected to the home's inviting living spaces. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers exceptional flexibility, featuring two spacious first-floor suites, an additional first-floor guest bedroom, and a private second-floor suite, creating the ideal layout for family and guests. Upstairs, a loft provides additional living space perfect for a media room, home office, fitness area, or quiet reading retreat. The expansive great room and wraparound sunroom both overlook the canal, creating a seamless connection to the waterfront setting. Step outside and discover the true highlight of the property. The waterside patio, private dock, boat slip, and lift create an extraordinary outdoor living experience. Spend your days cruising the Rehoboth Bay, entertaining family and friends under the stars, or unwinding with a morning coffee as boats drift by and coastal breezes sweep across the water. Additional highlights include an oversized garage offering abundant storage for vehicles, golf carts, bicycles, beach gear, and all the essentials for enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Located just minutes from Rehoboth Beach, the boardwalk, Dewey Beach, boutique shopping, acclaimed restaurants, entertainment venues, and Tanger Outlets, this home places the very best of Delaware's coastal lifestyle at your doorstep. Whether you are seeking a primary residence, luxury vacation home, or investment opportunity, 23 Sheffield Road presents a rare opportunity to enjoy private dock living in one of Rehoboth Beach's most desirable waterfront communities. With a private dock, slip and lift, three suites, a beautifully renovated designer kitchen, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and direct access to Rehoboth Bay, this exceptional property embodies the very best of waterfront living in Rehoboth Beach.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$948Price/Sq.Ft.
$21/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brian Barrows• Monument Sotheby's International Realty
•302-227-6767 (broker)
•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)
Listed by JENN BARROWS• Monument Sotheby's International Realty
•302-227-6767 (broker)
•justin.healy@msir.net (broker)
Bought with Babs Morales• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Est. $2,841 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 23 Sheffield Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2113968
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$2,211,500
$948/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 30, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2026
Listed
$2,250,000
$964/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Coming Soon
$2,250,000
$964/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DESU158028
Jun 26, 2020
Sold
$1,187,000
$509/sq ft
May 3, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 13, 2020
Listed
$1,298,000
$556/sq ft
+49
Welcome to this lovingly maintained, custom-built 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home that offers stunning water views. The first floor offers two master suites, a dining room located off the kitchen, a sunroom and a sitting room with sliding doors that lead to the brick patio and private dock that overlook the canal. The waterfront living room features vaulted ceilings, a double sided fireplace, built-in bookcases and a wet bar with a pass through to the sitting room. The bright eat-in kitchen has been freshly painted and features new quartz countertops. Recessed lighting and recently refinished hardwood floors can be found throughout most of the first floor, along with new flooring in the foyer and laundry room. The third bedroom and full bath can be found on the second floor, along with access to the attic and cedar closet. This home has an oversized 2 car garage with custom built-ins and storage. The immaculate landscaping was redesigned in 2019 and most of the house was painted in 2020. A new roof and 10 new skylights were also installed in 2020. This home is located on a quiet cul de sac and sellers will consider selling additional lots across the street, which add to the overall privacy. Move in and immediately start enjoying this wonderful waterfront home! Listing agent is related to seller.
Public Records
Jul 8, 1992
Sold
$185,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,818 (−0.4%)
$435,300 + $234,450
$669,750
2025
$2,829 (+26.0%)
$435,300 + $234,450
$669,750
2024
$2,245
$435,300 + $234,450
$669,750
2023
$2,243 (+3.6%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2022
$2,165 (+0.9%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2021
$2,145 (+0.3%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2020
$2,139 (+22.8%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2019
$1,742 (+8.8%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2018
$1,600 (+5.6%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2017
$1,516 (+14.9%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2016
$1,319 (+7.7%)
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
2014
$1,225
$7,500 + $38,050
$45,550
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,334
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
334-19.00-1009.00
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.
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, Oversized