




39616 Water Works Ct N, Bethany Beach, DE, 19930
About This Home
Beautiful 5-bedroom coastal home located in a gated community just a short bike ride from downtown Bethany Beach and the ocean. Designed with a desirable reverse floor plan, the bright and inviting upper level features an open-concept great room, dining area, and kitchen that seamlessly connect to both a screened porch and front balcony, creating the perfect setting for entertaining and enjoying coastal breezes. The well-appointed kitchen offers crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, a gas cooktop, double wall ovens, and a large center island with seating. The spacious primary suite is also located on the main living level, along with a convenient powder room. An elevator services all floors, providing comfort and accessibility for family and guests. The lower level offers four generously sized bedrooms and two Jack-and-Jill bathrooms, providing plenty of space for visitors. Thoughtfully updated for low-maintenance living, the home features Hardi-Plank siding, Azek trim, Trex decking, a high-efficiency HVAC system, climate-controlled storage, a tankless water heater, and a 50-year roof installed in 2021. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a fenced side yard, paver patio, hot tub, outdoor shower, and ample space for grilling and relaxing after a day at the beach. Situated on an oversized lot with room to add a pool, the property also offers abundant covered storage for kayaks, paddleboards, jet skis, bicycles, and all your beach gear. Whether you're seeking a year-round residence, vacation retreat, or investment opportunity, this exceptional property offers outstanding rental potential and delivers the very best of the Bethany Beach coastal lifestyle.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2006
Materials
- Foundation: Pilings
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,HardiPlank Type,Stick Built
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Double Oven,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Conditioner - Owned,Tankless Water Heater,Water Treat System,Instant Hot Water,Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Dining/Living,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Combination Kitchen/Living,Crown Molding,Elevator,Open Floorplan,Kitchen Island,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,9'+ Ceilings
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,750
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,750
- Total interior livable area: 2,750 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Details
- Parcel number: 13409.001136.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower,Balcony
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated,Hot Tub
- Fencing: Vinyl
Lot
- Lot size: 9,583 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 78.00 x 142.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,042 | $72,504 |
| Home Insurance * | $257 | $3,084 |
| Property Taxes | $308 | $3,696 |
| Electricity | $304 | $3,649 |
| Total | $6,911 | $82,932 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Delaware FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
No market data available for this area
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20 | Price change | $1,195,000 |
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $1,374,900 |
