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34608 Bessie Way, Rehoboth Beach, DE, 19971

3beds
4baths
2,600sqft
$995,000
$383price/sqft
$5,724/moest. monthly cost
$228,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully upgraded Jasmine floorplan by Schell Brothers, ideally situated on a premium corner lot in the sought-after 55+ community of Truitt’s Homestead in Rehoboth Beach. Being offered fully furnished and completely turn-key, this home features high-end, designer beach-style furnishings throughout—making it completely move-in ready for effortless coastal living. With no adjacent neighbor on one side and abundant natural light throughout, this home offers both privacy and a bright, open feel. Designed for comfortable first-floor living, the main level features an open-concept layout with the living room, kitchen, and dining area seamlessly connected—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located on the first floor, along with a thoughtfully added sunroom that leads to a paver patio overlooking the community pond, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat. Upstairs, you’ll find a versatile loft area, two generously sized ensuite bedrooms, and a large unfinished room—ideal for additional storage or the potential to be converted into a fourth bedroom or flex space. Loaded with nearly every builder option available, this home showcases quality craftsmanship and thoughtful upgrades throughout. Located just minutes from the beaches, shopping, dining, and entertainment of Rehoboth Beach, Truitt’s Homestead also offers a vibrant lifestyle with community amenities tailored for active adult living.

Getting Around

43
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
47
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
7/10
Beacon Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.1 mi
8/10
Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades 9-123.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2020

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stick Built,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Contemporary
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Exhaust Fan,Freezer,Oven,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bathroom2

  • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Double Sink,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: Upper

Bathroom3

  • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Double Sink,Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Level: Upper

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring - Carpet,Attached Bathroom,Walk-In Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: Upper

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood
  • Level: Main

Features

  • Attic,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Entry Level Bedroom,Open Floorplan,Kitchen Island,Kitchen - Gourmet,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Upgraded Countertops,Walk-In Closet(s),Wine Storage,2 Story Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Screens,Storm Window(s),Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Engineered Wood,Ceramic Tile,Carpet
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,600

Half Bath

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Other,Propane
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,600
  • Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood,Countertop(s) - Quartz,Breakfast Bar,Kitchen Island,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Pantry
  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood,Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: Main

Loft

  • Features: Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Balcony Access
  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood
  • Level: Main

Primary Bathroom

  • Features: Attached Bathroom,Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: Main

Primary Bathroom

  • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile,Walk-In Closet(s),Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
  • Level: Main

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 33419.003.0037
  • Lease amount: 523
  • Zoning: MR
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: Community
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler,Balcony
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Pond,Garden
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Pond
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Pond
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 100

Lot

  • Lot size: 21.65 Acres
  • Features: Backs - Open Common Area,Corner Lot,Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front,Attached,Driveway
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hurricane
Winter Weather
Coastal Flooding
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware Counties

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,031$60,372
Home Insurance *$215$2,580
Property Taxes $191$2,292
Electricity $287$3,450
Total$5,724$68,688
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$196,251/yr
40% on housing$171,720/yr
45% on housing$152,640/yr

Delaware FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,170Commercial: 57
Total Premiums$607,000
Total Exposure$249.53M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.6%
5.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.2%
1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$383This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19971$373
Sussex County$246

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19971
Sussex County

Current Market Trends

No market data available for this area

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-30Listed for sale$995,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLee Ann Wilkinson
BrokerageBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

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