986 Turtle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
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$1,195,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,844 sqft

986 Turtle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

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Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
Price/Sqft
$420
Listed
2 days ago
Climate Control
Heat Pump, Electric & Central Air

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to 986 Turtle Drive, an elegant coastal retreat nestled near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Turtle Walk community, within the town limits of Bethany Beach. Ideally positioned just 1.4 miles from the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, this beautifully appointed residence pairs effortless access to the coast with a private, serene setting — including free trolley service to and from downtown Bethany, plus an included Bethany Beach parking permit. Backing directly to the Assawoman Canal, with mature trees lining the property, the home offers a picturesque natural backdrop and direct water access for kayaking or paddleboarding — all just minutes from the beach, with no HOA. Step inside to a light-filled interior where hardwood flooring, refined millwork, and timeless architectural details create an inviting sense of understated luxury. Just off the foyer, French doors open to a private home office, offering the flexibility to serve as an additional guest space when desired. The adjoining dining room is accented by classic beadboard wainscoting and flows seamlessly into the well-appointed kitchen. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a generous center island, gas cooktop, recessed lighting, pantry storage, and direct access to the screened porch. The kitchen opens to the dramatic living room, where a soaring ceiling, fireplace, custom built-in shelving, wainscoting accents, and crown molding create an impressive yet comfortable gathering space. A main-level bedroom and full bath offer exceptional flexibility for overnight guests or multi-generational living, while abundant storage and convenient interior access to the two-car, side-load garage enhance the home’s thoughtful design. Upstairs, an open landing overlooks the living room below, showcasing the home’s airy architecture and sense of scale. The primary suite is a private retreat, complete with decorative wainscoting, a private rear deck, and an ensuite bath featuring a walk-in closet, soaking tub, separate stall shower, and private water closet. Two additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a dedicated laundry room complete the upper level. The home’s inviting atmosphere continues outdoors, where multiple spaces encourage you to embrace the relaxed coastal lifestyle. Unwind on the screened porch off the kitchen, which leads out to the rear deck, outdoor shower, and private backyard — or simply enjoy the peaceful, tree-lined surroundings with the canal beyond.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Brigit Taylor, (302) 500-0750
Keller Williams Realty, (302) 360-0300
Listing Team: Griffin Higgins Team
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DESU2119350
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Home Details for 986 Turtle Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Screened Porch
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2844 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Has Laundry,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,Programmable Thermostat,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Programmable Thermostat,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas/PropaneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 220 Volts
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Storm Window(s), Window TreatmentsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: 2+ Access ExitsFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Canal
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Porch, Screened, Screened PorchOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Outdoor ShowerFoundation: Block, Crawl SpaceNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Faces Side,Inside Entrance,Driveway,Attached,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Canoe/Kayak, CanalResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Water Frontage Ft: 60Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2844 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Shake SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 13413.001003.00

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,195,000Price Per Sqft: $420
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: COMING SOON

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Location

Direction & Address
City: BETHANY BEACHCommunity: Turtle Walk
School Information
Elementary School District: Indian RiverJr High / Middle School District: Indian RiverHigh School District: Indian River

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DESU2119350

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2844 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6970 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DESU2119350Water ViewWater View: CanalAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2844

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y

Around this home

What Locals Say about Bethany Beach

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Joshua.torrea
    "Very family friendly. Lots of diversity here. Cant wait to come back and make this a family tradition "
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  • Febarnes88
    "Having an automobile is a must have in this neighborhood as all of the shops and restaurants are at least a mile away. Biking is also an option for small shopping trips but you better have a basket attached to your bike. "
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  • Kathymckeanyoung
    "Busy in summer months: easy the rest of the year. No public transportation but biking is done by young and old. It is an easy place to get around."
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  • Rekipeach
    "The tourist make it almost impossible to live here thank goodness for the winter.The local community is wonderful and there’s many churches nearby and playgrounds you’re only about a mile from the beach"
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  • Kathymckeanyoung
    "Dogs are welcome and there is no downside. They would like that most owners take care of the dogs droppings."
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  • Ellen
    "Everything is walking distance from where we live & it is absolutely FABULOUS!!! We LOVE Bethany Beach!!!"
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  • Ellen
    "We’ve been vacationing in Beautiful Bethany Beach DE for years...my husband & I finally bought a home here a couple of years ago. We just LOVE everything about Bethany! I even just opened a 2nd business (ladies boutique) here do I could spend more time here💕"
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  • Suz
    "As an owner, you may have dogs at a Sea Colony. Renters may not. There are many great walking paths for exercise"
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  • Chris Z.
    "👍🏻 everything is walkable. All the people are friendly. Lots of neighborhood amenities. Walk to the ocean, park, library, restaurants, shops. "
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  • cgniehaus
    "This house is 1.5 miles from ocean, great restaurants from .5 to just a few miles away, the subdivision is quiet, friendly with minimal association involvement. Not only are there views of the lake, there is access to the lake for kayaking/canoeing (the lake connects to canals leading the bays!). The porch is actually a three season sunroom complete with vinyl windows and screens along with an AC/heat unit. During the summer, the town trolley provides 25 cent rides to the beach on an approximate 30 minute basis throughout the day."
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  • healthkare
    "Pool, tennis, quiet private community. Great views of new bridge that is lit at night. Once the removal of old bridge, this place is goin to be hot! Bayside of street homes get sun exposure at the back side of there houses. Very private if you lay out or plan to use your deck a lot w/killer views."
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Market trends in Bethany Beach

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
53
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.05M
Since last month
Decreased$13K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$81K (+8.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$412K (+64.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.05M
July 2026$1.06M
June 2026$1.06M
May 2026$1.04M
April 2026$1.06M
March 2026$958K
February 2026$971K
January 2026$970K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
982 Turtle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE
0.02
Single-Family Home
$775,000
11/13/25
3
2.5
2,509
34144 Gooseberry Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.32
Single-Family Home
$680,000
03/12/26
4
3
2,663
38446 Velta Dr, Ocean View, DE
0.33
Single-Family Home
$610,000
01/06/26
4
3
2,840
967 Terrapin St, Bethany Beach, DE
0.19
Single-Family Home
$955,000
03/06/26
5
4
2,450
32651 E Riga Dr, Ocean View, DE
0.19
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/13/26
3
3
1,626
34090 Gooseberry Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.31
Single-Family Home
$687,000
09/19/25
5
3.5
2,814
844 Glen Dr, Bethany Beach, DE
0.38
Single-Family Home
$875,000
07/13/26
4
3.5
2,300
843 Glen Ct, Bethany Beach, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$731,000
10/23/25
4
2
1,900
8 Bay Pine Dr, Ocean View, DE
0.55
Single-Family Home
$590,000
11/19/25
4
3
2,725

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
982 Turtle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
0.02
$775,000
3
2.5
2,509
Recently Sold
32721 E Riga Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.08
$577,400
5
2.5
1,680
Off Market
610 Kent Ct, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
0.09
$794,900
3
2
1,350
Off Market
32706 E Riga Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.12
$455,000
3
2
1,344
Recently Sold
38543 Daina Dr #31, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.16
$680,800
4
3
1,924
Off Market
602 Castle Ct, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
0.17
$743,300
3
2
1,600
Off Market
962 Tortoise St, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
0.15
$771,400
3
2
1,800
Off Market
32772 Venta Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.18
$450,300
3
2
1,100
Off Market
38544 Velta Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.21
$666,400
3
2.5
2,008
Off Market
Lot 64 Velta Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.22
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-
-
-
Off Market
Lot 18 Venta Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
0.18
$190,000
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Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 1, 2015
Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #1000970926_100
Sold
$635,000
Oct 8, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$635,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Brigit Taylor, Keller Williams Realty, (302) 360-0300
Agent Phone: (302) 500-0750
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Frequently asked questions about 986 Turtle Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 986 Turtle Dr?
    Based on a $1,195,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 986 Turtle Dr in Bethany Beach, DE is approximately $6,699 (about $6,295 principal & interest, $329 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Bethany Beach?
    Residents describe Bethany Beach, DE as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Bethany Beach, DE.
  • What are the closest schools to 986 Turtle Dr?
    The closest schools to 986 Turtle Dr in Bethany Beach, DE are Indian River High School (rated 6/10), Lord Baltimore Elementary School (rated 8/10), Selbyville Middle School (rated 7/10).
  • What is 986 Turtle Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 986 Turtle Dr in Bethany Beach, DE is $1,048,500.
  • Does 986 Turtle Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 986 Turtle Dr in Bethany Beach, DE has air conditioning.
  • Does 986 Turtle Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 986 Turtle Dr in Bethany Beach, DE has in-unit laundry.
986 Turtle Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,844 sqft single-family home built in 2004. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Aug 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DESU2119350.