A perfect escape, Ideal for birdwatchers, fishermen, and quality time. Tucked in the heart of Gandy's Beach on the Delaware Bay, the cottage has both bay and marsh views and is just a short walk to the local sunset gathering off the jetty. Charter the "Miss Fortescue" in the nearby Fortescue. Boat or jet ski? Tow to our nearby marina! The cottage has 2 bedrooms and one bathroom. The cozy living room has a stone fireplace and has large windows opening to the beautiful bay view. This home is a must see. The current owners rent this out at Air B and B and use as an income property. This home would be perfect for all year round or as an investment. Local amenities include the seaside atmosphere of the Red Eye Crab, Oyster Cracker, Bull on the Barn, and the Charlesworth Restaurant.
AHOY MATES! Calling all fishermen and outdoorsmen ! Fabulous Opportunity to own a home on the bay. Waterfront home needs TLC . Tax Assessment is $237,900.00 , making this quite a bargain. Double lot with sheds for additional storage . Plenty of room to park your boat ! Swim, crab, float, fish or just relax viewing a sunset at Gandys Beach . A secret worth sharing! Property is AS IS . All certs, permits, or inspections are buyers responsibility.
BRIGHT MLS #1000048588
Mar 2, 2017
Sold
$60,000
$70/sq ft
Jan 31, 2017
Listed
$100,000
$117/sq ft
+12
AHOY MATES! Calling all Fishermen & Outdoorsmen. Fabulous opportunity to own a home on the Delaware Bay. Waterfront home needs TLC to bring it back to original condition. Tax assessment is $237,900.00, making this quite a find. Nice double lot with sheds for additional storage. Plenty of room to park your boat. Swim, crab, float, fish, or just relax watching a sunset at Gandys Beach. A secret worth sharing ! Property is AS IS with all certifications, permits, or inspections being the buyers responsibility. Take a ride and explore the other shore!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,565 (+10.3%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2024
$6,861 (+9.7%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2023
$6,257 (+2.6%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2022
$6,100 (+5.0%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2021
$5,807 (+1.5%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2020
$5,722 (+1.7%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2019
$5,626 (−1.3%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2018
$5,700 (+4.1%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2017
$5,474 (−7.2%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2016
$5,901 (+12.6%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2014
$5,243
$198,000 + $85,300
$283,300
Tax history for 177 Cove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,565 (+10.3%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2024
$6,861 (+9.7%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2023
$6,257 (+2.6%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2022
$6,100 (+5.0%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2021
$5,807 (+1.5%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2020
$5,722 (+1.7%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2019
$5,626 (−1.3%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2018
$5,700 (+4.1%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2017
$5,474 (−7.2%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2016
$5,901 (+12.6%)
$190,000 + $47,900
$237,900
2014
$5,243
$198,000 + $85,300
$283,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
6,399 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
852
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
0400058 00006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $47,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Combination
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 80.00 x 80.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $190,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 852
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $237,900
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $5,806
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: DOWNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: per GPS
Municipality: DOWNE TWP
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 852
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,399 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 0400058 00006
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
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Schools
Downe Twp Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 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, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$314,000 – $380,000
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