71 Anchor Road offers a truly unique opportunity to own one of the original homes in North Shores, one of Rehoboth Beach’s most coveted waterfront communities. Set along the canal and overlooking protected wetlands, this special property offers a peaceful setting, beautiful open views, and unforgettable sunsets, all just minutes from everything that makes the Rehoboth Beach lifestyle so exceptional. The existing mid-century modern beach home offers five bedrooms and three full bathrooms, providing plenty of space for family and friends. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas create an inviting gathering space, while the wide screened porch extends the living space outdoors and overlooks the generous canal-side yard. It’s an ideal setting for relaxed summer days, and evenings spent watching the sun set over the wetlands. Life in North Shores comes with an enviable collection of amenities, including a private community beach, swimming pool, and tennis courts, all just a few blocks away. Gordon’s Pond and the scenic trails of Cape Henlopen State Park are easily accessible by foot or bicycle, while Rehoboth Beach’s renowned restaurants, boutique shopping, entertainment, and boardwalk are only minutes away. While there is plenty to appreciate about the home as it stands today, the greatest opportunity may lie in the land itself. With its canal-front setting, protected views, generous yard, and coveted North Shores location, 71 Anchor Road offers a rare canvas for creating something truly your own. Build a new home designed around the way you want to live, entertain, and enjoy the beach for years to come. Opportunities like this are exceptionally hard to find, offering a canal-side setting with protected open views, access to a private beach community, and the distinction of a North Shores address. 71 Anchor Road isn’t simply an opportunity to own a home in Rehoboth Beach; it’s an opportunity to create your next chapter in one of the area’s most extraordinary settings.
For sale
$3,200,000
71 Anchor Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
5beds
2,164sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,479/sqft
$283/mo HOA
What's special
Canal-front settingMid-century modern beach homeProtected viewsUnforgettable sunsetsOverlooking protected wetlandsBeautiful open viewsGenerous yard
- 12 days
- 1,450
- 61
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Geoff Chesman 202-369-5904,
Compass 3022734998,
Co-Listing Agent: Michael Kennedy 302-381-7001,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2119414
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,164
- Total interior livable area: 2,164 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,164
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Fishing Allowed, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered, Canal
- Body of water: Lewes-rehoboth Canal
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33408.1771.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
- Major remodel year: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Shores
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $3,400 annually
Location
- Region: Rehoboth Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,479/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,061,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,544
- Date on market: 8/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000$1,479/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,577 +367.8% | $2,030,500 +5358.3% |
| 2024 | $1,834 +0.1% | $37,200 |
| 2023 | $1,832 +3.6% | $37,200 |
| 2022 | $1,768 +0.9% | $37,200 |
| 2021 | $1,752 +0.3% | $37,200 |
| 2020 | $1,747 | $37,200 |
| 2019 | $1,747 -0.1% | $37,200 |
| 2018 | $1,749 +7.1% | $37,200 |
| 2017 | $1,634 +9.9% | $37,200 |
| 2016 | $1,486 +4.7% | $37,200 |
| 2015 | $1,420 +0.7% | $37,200 |
| 2014 | $1,409 +2.9% | $37,200 |
| 2013 | $1,370 +0.4% | $37,200 |
| 2012 | $1,365 +11.9% | $37,200 |
| 2011 | $1,220 | $37,200 |
| 2010 | $1,220 -3% | $37,200 |
| 2009 | $1,257 | $37,200 |
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Neighborhood: 19971
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





