Are you looking for solitude and a peaceful setting to enjoy all nature has to offer? If so, this well-maintained home may be what you are looking for. This home has 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and is situated on a 1.04 +/- partially wood lot south of Bethel and west of Laurel. With the addition of parcel 432-3.00-24.08, which is included in the sale, you will have approximately 1.91 +/- Acres. The first floor, and main living area include a main bedroom with bath, a second bedroom/office space, a third bedroom/guest room. The two-sided fireplace opens to the Living/Family room and Kitchen. The kitchen has stainless appliances and updated cabinets with solid surface counters. There is also a double pantry cabinet with pull out shelves. The Dining Room is next to the kitchen and has hardwood floors. The second floor, with access directly from the home and garage has a Studio, Flex space, full bathroom and a third large room. Come and bring your thoughts, ideas and inspiration. NO HOA!
Sold for $475,000 on 09/25/25
$475,000
30998 S Shell Bridge Rd, Laurel, DE 19956
3beds
2,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.04 Acres Lot
$469,500 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,609 Estimated rent
Home value
$469,500
$446,000 - $493,000
$2,609/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 25, 2025 at 01:17pm
Listed by:
FRED DEAN 302-236-6836,
RE/MAX Associates,
Co-Listing Agent: Judy Dean 302-236-3120,
RE/MAX Associates
Bought with:
JUDY DEAN, RS-0012076
RE/MAX Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2082832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bonus room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 21
Dining room
- Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Intercom, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,800
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Crushed Stone, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 1.04 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Irregular Lot, Wooded, Private, Secluded, Sloped, Stream/Creek, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Additional parcels included: 4323.0024.08
- Parcel number: 43203.0024.07
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic, Gravity Sept Fld
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Electric Alarm, Exterior Cameras
Location
- Region: Laurel
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $475,000-3.1%$170/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2082832 | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Contingent | $490,000$175/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2082832 | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $490,000$175/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2082832 | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Contingent | $490,000$175/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2082832 | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $490,000+139%$175/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2082832 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $636 -10.1% | $19,650 |
| 2023 | $707 +14.2% | $19,650 |
| 2022 | $619 -1.4% | $19,650 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19956
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NANorth Laurel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 2.6 mi
- 4/10Laurel Intermediate Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 3/10Laurel Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Laurel
- District: Laurel
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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