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Sold for $1,595,000 on 06/16/25
  • $1,595,000

    18 Short Rd, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

    4beds
    2,929sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2007
    0.45 Acres Lot
    $1,595,100 Zestimate®
    $545/sqft
    $2,772 Estimated rent

    What's special

    A show stopper! Elegant, solidly constructed 3 or 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath custom home located in the heart of the upscale beach community of Middlesex Beach. Just a few short blocks to the beautiful sands and waves of the quiet beach and majestic ocean. Bike or walk to downtown Bethany Beach shopping, the boardwalk, and tons of award winning restaurants. Valuable property nearly 1/3 of an acre, with a spacious yard, long driveway and plenty of parking! Enter via the large covered porch in to the impressive foyer with elegant moldings, rich hardwood floors, and natural light. The open-concept main level features a large stunning eat-in kitchen with luxurious custom finishes; veined quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, double wall ovens, gas cooking, plenty of storage, built-in serving area and island seating. Thoughtfully located, just off the kitchen is a full service laundry room with 2nd refrigerator which attaches to the oversized side-loading 2 car garage. The main level features a spacious owner’s suite (15 ft X 26 ft) with two walk-in closets and a lavishly appointed owner’s bath. Also on the main level are 2 generous guest bedrooms each with private baths and an available private entrance. Solid hardwood floors and high quality trim details tie the spaces together throughout. Enjoy a full formal dining room, central living room with custom built-in cabinetry and a wood burning fireplace. Then step into a light-soaked sunroom surrounded by glass and overlooking the huge back yard which could provide the backdrop for large gatherings, cook-outs, or other affairs from casual to formal. Step out of the sunroom to the picturesque decking, outside shower, and adorable little house which could fulfill many different purposes from beach toy storage, to garden shed, to work space, art villa or playhouse. Pass your time on the covered front porch with a cool glass of lemonade or favorite wine. Nothing beats strolling up to the private beach to watch the sunrise in the morning with your coffee. Upstairs, this home offers incredible opportunities to expand into the bunk room, or the open loft which overlooks the living area and could be a game area, reading cubby or extra sleeping space. Enjoy 1482 of walk in unfinished storage space or choose to finish some of the space which features two "rooms" and a second staircase leading to the garage. Details that would make this home a pleasure to own are low maintenance hardi-plank siding, a dedicated storage/mechanical room, and multi-zone HVAC thoughtfully designed to minimize expense if all parts of the home are not occupied. Enjoy very low Delaware taxes and HOA fee. Owned by just one family, never rented, this home would make an elegant second home, year round home, or investment.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 16, 2025 at 09:01am

    Listed by:

    SARAH SCHIFANO 302-858-3945,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,

    Co-Listing Agent: Ann Baker 302-858-8518,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Betsy Perry, RS0036416

    Keller Williams Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2085058MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 4
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Central, Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
    Features
    • Additional Stairway, Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
    • Has basement: No
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,120
    • Total interior livable area: 2,929 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,929
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 10
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 8
    • Details: Garage Sqft: 709
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
    • Pool features: None
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Bath
    Lot
    • Size: 0.45 Acres
    • Dimensions: 140.00 x 140.00
    • Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 13417.155.01
    • Zoning: MR
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Coastal,Craftsman
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stick Built, HardiPlank Type
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2007

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Bethany Beach
    • Subdivision: Middlesex Beach

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $3,200 annually
    • Amenities included: Beach Access

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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