2,509 Sq. Ft.
$309 / Sq. Ft.
2,509
Sq. Ft.
$309
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this spacious 3-bedroom home in the desirable Turtle Walk community of Bethany Beach, DE. Offered fully furnished, this home is turnkey ready for you to enjoy the coastal lifestyle immediately. The property exudes curb appeal with attractive landscaping supported by an irrigation system, a stone arched entry and wide entry steps leading into a two-story foyer. The formal dining room features a vaulted ceiling, skylight, chair rail, and plantation shutters, perfect for special occasions....Welcome to this spacious 3-bedroom home in the desirable Turtle Walk community of Bethany Beach, DE. Offered fully furnished, this home is turnkey ready for you to enjoy the coastal lifestyle immediately. The property exudes curb appeal with attractive landscaping supported by an irrigation system, a stone arched entry and wide entry steps leading into a two-story foyer. The formal dining room features a vaulted ceiling, skylight, chair rail, and plantation shutters, perfect for special occasions. The kitchen offers easy care ceramic tile flooring, stylish backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a beautiful arched window, high ceilings with recessed lighting, and table space. It flows seamlessly into the living room, complete with a cozy gas fireplace and a skylight that fills the space with natural light. Two sets of French doors lead from the kitchen to a family room with four skylights, creating an airy, light filled retreat. Glass sliding doors open to a three-season room and a wraparound patio, complete with an outdoor shower, ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a day at the beach. The main level also includes two bedrooms, a full bath, a powder room, and a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a sitting area, dual sink vanity, soaking tub, walk in closet, and a stall shower, offering a private retreat at the end of the day. With its thoughtful layout, bright interiors, and move in ready furnishings, this home truly captures the best of coastal living in Bethany Beach. You can easily access the nearby bike path which leads to the beach or canal trail for a nice, shaded walk along the water. Enjoy being close to mini golf, arcades, ice cream, Grotto's Pizza, Difebo's restaurant and their Italian Market Cafe, Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant, Bethany Diner and Wawa for your morning coffee. Going to the beach is a breeze with town parking permits and the open-air shuttle which goes right through Turtle Walk to downtown Bethany. Low carrying cost with no HOA fees. Don’t wait, schedule your view appointment today!
  1. Listed by ROBIN PALUMBO THOMPSON • Northrop Realty
    P: (302)-745-8541 robinpthompson@northroprealty.com

Property Details for 982 Turtle Drive

Tax ID Number
134-13.00-1005.00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Coastal
Levels/Stories
2
Furnished
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/13/2025 07:09 PM

Property Details for 982 Turtle Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #DESU2098114
Days on Market8
Taxes$1,707 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built2000
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountySussex County

Location

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Building Information for 982 Turtle Drive

Stories2Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$3,919 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,777

Property Taxes

$142

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 982 Turtle Drive

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District County ID: 300200396898
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER (SUSSEX DE)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: SUSSEX
  • MLS Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $171
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 1 1
  • Zoning: TN
  • Tax Lot: 70
  • School Tax: $1,536
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - Carpet
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments
Room 6
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Lighting - Ceiling, Window Treatments
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Room 9
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,509.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 2,509.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, High, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Solid Hardwood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landlocked
  • Parcel ID: 5106003
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Window Features: Skylights, Screens, Transom, Palladian, Sliding
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Extensive Hardscape, Outside Shower, Gutter System, Flood Lights, Lawn Sprinkler
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)
  • List Agent URL: www.finddelawarerealestate.com

Property History for 982 Turtle Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 13, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1925465816

$775,000
Nov 13, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

$775,000
Oct 23, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

$875,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/13/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1925465816

$775,000
11/13/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

$775,000
10/23/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2098114

$875,000

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Public Records for 982 Turtle Drive

Taxable ValueLand$8,500Additions$28,000Total$36,500
Tax Record2025$1,232 ($103 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,100 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,100 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000ZoningTNCountySUSSEXAPN134-13.00-1005.00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 982 Turtle Drive

This home is within Indian River School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Selbyville Middle School
Public6 to 8

Indian River High School
Public9 to 12

Southern Delaware School of the Arts
PublicK to 8

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