Delaware Beach Real Estate Blog - Leslie Kopp

Slower Spring Real Estate Market in Fenwick Island

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Fenwick Island. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

Happy Spring! Looking at the first four months of the year, the Fenwick Island real estate market has shown some slowdown compared to 2025—but there are important trends for property owners and buyers to keep in mind.

While the number of sales is down 38% and overall volume has decreased 12%,home values have seen a significant increase, with median sale prices up 92% year-over-year. Higher-end homes in prime locations closest to the beach —are continuing to sell quickly. In areas further from the beach, the market is shifting toward a more balanced environment. In all cases, strategy,…

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Dog Restrictions for Beaches Coming Up!

Credit to: Coast TV, Torie Seagraves

It's almost that time of year when our beaches become more densely populated and our furry friends must remain off the sand and boardwalk.  See below for the pet restrictions for Bethany Beach and surrounding areas!

BETHANY BEACH

• Dogs must be leashed and curbed at all times in Bethany Beach
• Dogs are prohibited on the beach and boardwalk from May 15 to Sept 30

SOUTH BETHANY

• No pets or other animals are permitted from May 15 to Oct 15

FENWICK ISLAND

• No pets or other animals are permitted on the beach at anytime between May 1 and Sept 30

DEWEY BEACH

• From the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through the Sunday following Labor Day, dogs are only permitted on the beach…

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Slower Spring Real Estate Market in South Bethany

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in South Bethany . May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

Happy Spring! Looking at the first four months of the year, the South Bethany real estate market has shown a modest slowdown compared to 2025—but there are important trends for property owners and buyers to keep in mind.

Homes are still going under contract at a steady pace. While inventory has risen considerably, it is important to point out that there are no properties currently for sale

East of Route 1 in South Bethany. In areas further from the beach, the market is shifting toward a more balanced environment. In all cases, strategy, pricing, and timing are more important than ever. With the…

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Slower Spring Real Estate Market in Bethany Beach

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bethany Beach. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

Happy Spring!Looking at the first four months of the year, the Bethany Beach real estate market has shown a modest slowdown compared to 2025—but there are important trends for property owners and buyers to keep in mind. 

Homes are still going under contract at a steady pace, and in some cases we continue to see multiple offers—especially for properties East of Route 1 in downtown Bethany.In areas further from the beach, the market is shifting toward a more balanced environment. In all cases, strategy, pricing, and timing are more important than ever. With the busy summer season right around the corner,…

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OVPD teaches bicycle safety at LB

Credit to: Coastal Point, Susan Canfora

Third-grade students at Lord Baltimore Elementary School combined fun and learning during a Bike Safety Rodeo hosted by the Ocean View Police Department on April 16.

Organized in partnership with DelDOT, the event began with a classroom presentation led by OVPD Sgt. Rhys Bradshaw. He taught students key bicycle safety basics, including the importance of wearing properly fitted helmets.

Bradshaw introduced the “ABCs” of bike safety—checking air, brakes and chain—and reviewed essential rules of the road for young riders.

Students then put their knowledge into action during the rodeo, navigating a skills course designed to assess both their understanding of safety and their riding abilities. DelDOT…

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Bethany flowers in full spring

Credit to: Coastal Point, Susan Canfora

Bethany Beach’s colorful median flowers have become “a real crowd-pleaser,” Mayor Ron Calef said during this week’s Town Council meeting, expressing appreciation for Public Works staff and their “spectacular tulips and displays.”

Calef noted that both residents and visitors have been stopping to admire and photograph the displays, calling the response “incredible.” He also thanked Public Works employees for preparing the town for the busy summer season by powerwashing the bandstand and refurbishing boardwalk benches. Additional support is expected from DNREC workers, who are assisting with dune crossover maintenance and reconstruction.

As Bethany Beach gears up for the influx of summer visitors, the…

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Bayside Active Inventory & Median Sale Price April 2026

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold in Bayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace. 

During the first quarter of 2026, real estate sales in Bayside were softer compared to the same period last year. A total of 13 properties went under contract during the quarter, down 28% from 18 last year. The graph above illustrates historic inventory levels on April 1 of each year, along with the median sale price of properties sold in the first quarter. As we head into April, inventory is relatively flat compared to last year and we have seen a rise in median sale price for all property types. On average, properties are going under contract in 64 days versus 43 days last year. It is an excellent time to be a…

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Bear Trap Dunes Median Sale Price April 2026

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Ocean View. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

During the first quarter of 2026, real estate sales in Ocean View were relatively flat when compared to the same time period last year. A total of 70 properties went under contract compared to 72 last year. Sales were down some in your community of Bear Trap Dunes (7 vs 10). The graph above illustrates historic inventory levels on April 1 each year along with the median sale price of properties sold in the first quarter for Ocean View. After a significant rise in inventory in 2025, inventory is down 19% and properties, on average, are going under contract in about 2 months compared with 40 days during the first quarter…

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Additional Crosswalks on Coastal Highway and Garfield Parkway

Credit: CoastTV, Brandon Ferguson

Work is expected to begin soon on new pedestrian crosswalks at the intersection of Coastal Highway and Garfield Parkway, according to the town’s newsletter. The intersection is a busy corridor that experiences heavy foot and vehicle traffic, particularly during the summer months.

The project will include installing a new pedestrian crosswalk on the north side of the intersection, expanding access in an area where crossing options have been limited. Residents say the current setup has created challenges for pedestrians.

“It’s really difficult as a pedestrian, and I really worry about families, especially with small children,” said Michaela Greene.

Bruce Warner added that having only one crosswalk makes…

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Ocean View Median Sale Price April 2026

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Ocean View. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

During the first quarter of 2026, real estate sales in Ocean View were relatively flat when compared to the same time period last year.A total of 70 properties went under contract compared to 72 last year. The graph above illustrates historic inventory levels on April 1 each year along with the median sale price of properties sold in the first quarter.After a significant rise in inventory in 2025, inventory is down 19% and properties, on average, are going under contract in about 2 months compared with 40 days during the first quarter of last year.The median sale price of single family homes has risen some while pricing…

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