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The spacious, open kitchen is a dream for culinary enthusiasts, boasting granite countertops, a central island, a 36" range, and a roomy pantry. The first-floor owner's suite serves as a private retreat, offering a spacious walk-in closet and a luxurious bathroom with a dual-sink vanity. Two additional bedrooms are conveniently located off the foyer, sharing a hall bath.
The listing price includes the lot, the base house price with the Coastal elevation, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, fireplace, a rear screened porch (14 x 12) with a composite deck, exterior cement siding, unfinished walk-in storage, electric vehicle charging receptacles in the garage (40A 208/240V), solar panel package, central vacuum, SmartSense Fresh Air System, landscape package, and front/sides irrigation system. Estimated costs for lot finishing and permitting are also covered.
Please note, the purchase price may vary based on the elevation and options selected. The Whatley Model starts at 1979 sq ft, expandable to 3590 sq ft, accommodating up to six bedrooms. Buyers can choose from an extensive range of luxury finishes and features, including gourmet kitchens, fireplaces, second-floor recreation rooms, and spa-like baths. This is a rare chance to design a personalized dream home in a highly sought-after community with breathtaking natural views and plentiful amenities. Note: Builder-provided photos may include optional upgrades not part of the base price. Refer to DESU2097564 for Lot Only.
Note: Prices are subject to change without notice", and "Site Costs are an estimate". Note: Photos depict a 2-story Whatley Model.
Please use caution when walking the path on Lot as the ground is uneven.
Property Details for 31896 Shell Landing Way
Property Details for 31896 Shell Landing Way
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DESU2101176 |
| Days on Market | 20 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $300 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | - |
| Lot Size | 0.44 AC / 19,166 SF |
| County | Sussex County |
Location
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Building Information for 31896 Shell Landing Way
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$5,093 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
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$54
$300
Property Information for 31896 Shell Landing Way
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
- School District County ID: 300200396895
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- High School: CAPE HENLOPEN (SUSSEX DE)
- HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Indian River Hundred (31008)
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: Yes
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Water Body Name: Rehoboth Bay
- Water Body Type: Bay
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- HOA Phone: 302-645-2222
- HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Beach, Boat Dock/Slip, Community Center, Club House, Exercise Room, Game Room, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor, Volleyball Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
- Property Manager Y/N: Yes
- Other Fees: $250
- Other Fees Frequency: One Time
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
- Tax Assessed Value: $8,900
- Year Assessed: 2023
- County Tax: $40
- Land Assessed Value: $8,900
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: No
- Land Use Code: 999
- Zoning: AR-1
- Tax Lot: 158
- School Tax: $399
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Room List: Dining Room, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Laundry, Loft
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
- Room Type: Loft
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Countertop(s) - Granite
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Flooring, Lighting
- Green Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
- Builder Name: Insight
- Building Level Count: 2
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,978.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 1,978.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Advanced Framing, Blown-In Insulation, CPVC/PVC, HardiPlank Type, Low VOC Insulation, Shingle Siding, Stick Built, Structural Insulated Panel System (SIPS)
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
- RFactor Ext Walls: 23
- RFactor Ceilings: 60
- Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Vinyl
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Size Dimensions: 110.00 x 188.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Interior, Partly Wooded, Tidal Wetland, No Thru Street, Cul-de-sac
- Road Responsibility: HOA
- Location Type: Middle Of Block
- Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Garage Features: Inside Access
- Interior Features: Attic, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Walk-in Closet(s), Air Filter System, Central Vacuum, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Carpet, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Chair Railings
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless, Cooktop - Down Draft, ENERGY STAR Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Air Cleaner
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
- Door Features: Insulated
- Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Low-E, Screens
- Laundry Type: Main Floor, Hookup, Lower Floor
- Exterior Features: Street Lights
- Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Enclosed
- Pool: Yes - Community
- Community Pool Features: In Ground, Fenced
- Horse: No
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Utilities: Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Propane - Community
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
- Cooling Fuel: Electric, Solar Photovoltaic
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Energy Star Heating System, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned, Solar On Grid, Solar - Active
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Metered, Solar
- Hot Water: Tankless
- Water Source: Public Hook-up Available
- Sewer Septic: Public Hook/Up Avail, Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Internet Services: Cable, Fiber Optic
- List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)
Property History for 31896 Shell Landing Way
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2101176 | $959,000 | — |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2097564 | $395,000 | — |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | — | |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | $998,000 | — |
| May 8, 2025 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | — | |
| May 8, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | $1,078,000 | — |
| May 3, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,230,000 | — |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Mar 12, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,284,000 | — |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,276,000 | — |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,193,000 | — |
| Dec 9, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,186,500 | — |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Expired BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | — | |
| Apr 26, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | $1,303,730 | — |
| Apr 23, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | $1,281,562 | — |
| Oct 16, 2020 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU164600 | $275,000 | — |
| Oct 7, 2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #681232553 | $275,000 | — |
| Sep 2, 2020 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU164600 | — | |
| Jul 14, 2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU164600 | $275,000 | — |
| Oct 4, 2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1004442609 | $539,900 | — |
| Oct 4, 2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1001166186 | $539,900 | — |
| Mar 30, 2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004442609 | $574,900 | — |
| Jan 2, 2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001166186 | $574,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2101176 | $959,000 |
| 09/25/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2097564 | $395,000 |
| 07/23/2025 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | — |
| 06/30/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | $998,000 |
| 05/08/2025 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | — |
| 05/08/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2085892 | $1,078,000 |
| 05/03/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,230,000 |
| 04/22/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,250,000 |
| 03/12/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,284,000 |
| 12/13/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,276,000 |
| 12/13/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,193,000 |
| 12/09/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2075338 | $1,186,500 |
| 10/31/2024 | Expired BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | — |
| 04/26/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | $1,303,730 |
| 04/23/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2060876 | $1,281,562 |
| 10/16/2020 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU164600 | $275,000 |
| 10/07/2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #681232553 | $275,000 |
| 09/02/2020 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU164600 | — |
| 07/14/2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU164600 | $275,000 |
| 10/04/2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1004442609 | $539,900 |
| 10/04/2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1001166186 | $539,900 |
| 03/30/2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004442609 | $574,900 |
| 01/02/2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001166186 | $574,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 31896 Shell Landing Way
Schools near 31896 Shell Landing Way
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Love Creek Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Mariner Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cape Henlopen High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Sussex Consortium PublicPK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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