521 Harbor Road

Closed 7/18/25

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Last Sold Price

$443,000

3 beds3 baths1,636 sqft$271/sqft

521 Harbor Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.26 acresLot Size

1980Year Built

$271/sq ftPrice per sq ft

$500/yrHOA Fees

8 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to your new home, a delightful retreat nestled just 15 minutes from the sandy shores of Bethany Beach, in the water front community of Whites Creek Manor. Perfectly suited for families or those looking to enjoy a peaceful coastal lifestyle, this property has been cherished by the same family for generations. It’s never been rented, which means it retains a unique sense of warmth and authenticity. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout featuring three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a...Welcome to your new home, a delightful retreat nestled just 15 minutes from the sandy shores of Bethany Beach, in the water front community of Whites Creek Manor. Perfectly suited for families or those looking to enjoy a peaceful coastal lifestyle, this property has been cherished by the same family for generations. It’s never been rented, which means it retains a unique sense of warmth and authenticity. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout featuring three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a handy half-bathroom. With newer appliances, fresh paint, and updated flooring in the main part of the home already in place, the home is move-in ready but still offering you the opportunity to infuse your personal touch. The exterior complements the interior with a spacious deck ideal for summer gatherings, a large garage, and an outdoor shower—perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach. This home combines convenience with charm, offering a quiet respite that’s still close to the vibrant community and the beaches.

Listed by: Allison Foshee 302.500.0503 allison.foshee@cbrealty.com • Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing closed: 07/18/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DESU2086482

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$430,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

94.3%

a front view of house with yard and green space

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3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1,764
Square Feet: 0.38
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Bedrooms: 3
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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 521 Harbor Road

Property Details

Taxes: $999 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Sussex County
Tax ID Number: 134-12.00-1349.00
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: Yes
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories: 1
Furnished: No
Waterfront: No
Garage: Yes
Expected On Market Date: 05-26-2025
Subdivision: WHITES CREEK MANOR
Subdivision: WHITES CREEK MANOR (SUSSEX DE)
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE (OCEAN VIEW DE)
Legal Subdivision: WHITES CREEK MANOR
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Central Air: Yes
Basement: No
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,636.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1980
Lot Size: 0.26 AC / 11,326 SF

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

School District County ID: 300200396898
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: SUSSEX
MLS Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

HOA Name: SELF MANAGED
Property Manager Y/N: No

Senior Community: No
Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Capital Contribution Amount: $0
Type of Condo: Home Owner Association

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Year Assessed: 2024

County Tax: $97
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 999
Loss Mitigation Fee: No
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Historic: No
Zoning: MR
School Tax: $902
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Main

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 1,636.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,636.00
Total SQFT: 1,636.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Frame
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8038/8348/5774/803883485774_512_384_WM_GnYgZCFxXnJ5Z5SL.jpg
Foundation Details: 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, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 75.00 x 154.00

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Location Type: Middle Of Block
Parcel ID: 5103091
Additional Parcels: No
Ground Rent Exists: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Off Street - # of Spaces: 6
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry

Interior Features

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Count: 1

Fireplace Features: Wood
Accessibility Features: None

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Pool: Yes - Community

Horse: No
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)

Property History for 521 Harbor Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 18, 2025	Closed BRIGHT #DESU2086482	$443,000	—
Jul 17, 2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1909801713	$443,000	—
Jun 6, 2025	Pending BRIGHT #DESU2086482		—
Jun 6, 2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2086482		—
May 26, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2086482	$465,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/18/2025	Closed BRIGHT #DESU2086482	$443,000
07/17/2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1909801713	$443,000
06/06/2025	Pending BRIGHT #DESU2086482	—
06/06/2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2086482	—
05/26/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2086482	$465,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 521 Harbor Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,000Additions$21,450Total$24,450

Tax Record2025$998 ($83 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,292 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1970ZoningMRCountySUSSEXAPN134-12.00-1349.00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 521 Harbor Road

This home is within Indian River School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Lord Baltimore Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.6 mi
7/10	Selbyville Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	8.5 mi
6/10	Indian River High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	6.8 mi
8/10	Southern Delaware School of the Arts	Public - Choice school	K to 8	9.1 mi
NR	Indian River Intensive Learning Center	Public - Nearby school	12	9.1 mi
NR	Ennis (Howard T.) School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 12	13.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Lord Baltimore Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.6 mi
7/10	Selbyville Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	8.5 mi
6/10	Indian River High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	6.8 mi
8/10	Southern Delaware School of the Arts PublicK to 8 Choice school	9.1 mi
NR	Indian River Intensive Learning Center Public12 Nearby school	9.1 mi
NR	Ennis (Howard T.) School PublicPK to 12 Nearby school	13.0 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 521 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$443,000	3	3	1,636	11,326
431 Jackie Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970	$24,000	Studio	–	–	–
519 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$282,000	3	2	1,660	10,454
523 Harbor Road, Millville, DE 19970	$303,000	3	2	1,452	13,068
517 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$83,000	3	–	2,346	10,498
424 Jackie Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970	–	3	–	2,078	10,498
518 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$240,000	3	–	1,256	10,498
520 Harbor Road, Millville, DE 19970	$299,900	3	2	–	–
525 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$285,000	3	2	1,671	12,196
516 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$92,750	–	–	–	10,454
515 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	–	3	–	1,316	10,498
221 Chad Place, Ocean View, DE 19970	$16,400	Studio	–	–	–
527 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$92,000	4	–	3,819	10,877
522 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	$279,900	3	3	3,022	11,761
418 Jackie Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970	$535,000	3	3	2,800	10,454
514 Harbor Road, Ocean View, DE 19970	–	3	–	1,696	10,498

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