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        <author>leslie@lesliekopp.com (Leslie Kopp)</author>
        <title>No'easter Aftermath</title>
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The worst storm our area has seen since Sandy in 2012 left its mark on the Delaware coast from —but it also gave us a powerful reminder of just how important our dunes are in protecting the communities we call home.


For days, winds, high tides and pounding surf pushed water into low-lying areas throughout our beach towns. Significant flooding, particularly on the bayside, covered roads and properties, while the oceanfront endured powerful waves and storm surge.


Despite the intensity and duration of the storm, our dune system did exactly what it was designed to do. While many areas experienced substantial erosion and the coastline may look a little different today, the dunes absorbed the brunt of the ocean’s force and provided a critical line of defense for the homes, businesses and communities behind them.


Cleanup is underway throughout our coastal communities. Roads are open, water is draining, sand is being cleared, and residents, businesses and local crews are putting us back together.


Living at the beach means having tremendous respect for the ocean—both for its beauty and its incredible power. On a calm summer morning, it can be easy to take the dunes lining our beaches for granted. After a storm like this, their importance is impossible to miss.  They aren’t simply part of the landscape. They are an essential protective barrier, built and maintained over time to help absorb storm energy, reduce flooding and protecting everything that lies behind them.


A powerful reminder that protecting our dunes means protecting the coastline—and the communities—we are so fortunate to call home. 





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    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:07:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Bear Trap Dunes Market Shifts</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bear Trap Dunes. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


Ocean View property sales have increased 10 year over year, while sales volume rose an impressive 15. At the same time, inventory declined 15, creating a favorable environment. While homes are taking 7 days longer to sell, strong sales activity and limited inventory are encouraging signs.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give our Bear Trap Expert a call.


Gail Phelan           (302) 233-4909
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    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:32:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Ocean View Market Shows Continued Strength</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Ocean View. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


Ocean View property sales have increased 10 year over year, while sales volume rose an impressive 15. At the same time, inventory declined 15, creating a favorable environment. While homes are taking 7 days longer to sell, strong sales activity and limited inventory are encouraging signs.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give us a call.


Leslie Kopp             Christi Arndt(302) 542-3917         (302) 245-5223
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    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:06:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Bayside Market Remains Firm</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


Bayside property sales have decreased 10 year over year, while sales volume declined just 4. Inventory increased 8, giving buyers slightly more options, while median days on market remained virtually unchanged—signaling a relatively stable market for sellers.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give our Bayside Experts a call.


Kiki Cebula hargrove         Mary McAllister(302) 569-2959                           (302) 681-6553
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    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:59:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Inventory Supports Sea Colony </title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Sea Colony. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


While property sales have decreased 21 and sales volume has declined 35 year over year, inventory also fell 11, creating favorable conditions for sellers with limited competition. Most importantly, properties are moving significantly faster, with median days on market improving by an impressive 28 days—an encouraging sign of continued buyer interest when properties are priced appropriately.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give our Sea Colony Experts a call.


Gail Phelan         Chris Housman(302) 233-4909      (302) 853-0192
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    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:53:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title> North Bethany Market Offers Opportunity</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in North Bethany. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


While property sales have decreased 38 year over year in North Bethany, sales volume decreased much less, at 13 and inventory remains consistent with the last 2 years. Homes are moving slightly faster, with median days on market improving by 3 days. Although fewer properties have sold, steady sales volume supports that overall market conditions and values remain extremely strong in North Bethany.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give us a call. 


Leslie Kopp         Christi Arndt(302) 542-3917     (302) 245-5223        
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    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Fenwick Island Market Shows Strength</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Fenwick Island. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace. 


Fenwick Island sales and inventory remain consistent with last year, while sales volume has increased 10. Homes are also moving more quickly, with median days on market improving by 13 days—all of this is encouraging signals of continued buyer demand and favorable conditions for sellers.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give us a call. 


Leslie Kopp         Christi Arndt         wayne lyons(302) 542-3917     (302) 245-5223         (302) 858-7347
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    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:32:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title> DelDOT to widen shoulder on Fred Hudson Rd</title>
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DelDOT will not build a separate pedestrian and bicycle pathway along Fred Hudson Road as part of its upcoming bridge repairs, but changes to the project will provide additional space for cyclists and pedestrians.


State Rep. Ron Gray said he remains hopeful that a dedicated pathway could eventually be constructed over the wetlands adjacent to Fred Hudson Road, connecting the area more safely to Route 1 in Bethany Beach.


According to Gray, DelDOT revised its bridge design following input from the Safer Fred Hudson coalition and discussions involving Gray and state Sen. Gerald Hocker. The updated plan will reduce vehicle travel lanes to 10 feet wide, allowing for 5-foot shoulders on both sides of the bridge. The speed limit in the area will also be reduced from 40 mph to 35 mph.


The Safer Fred Hudson coalition has advocated for a separate multi-use pathway for several years, citing concerns about pedestrian and bicycle safety along the heavily traveled road. Members previously helped advance a safety walkway extending from McCoy’s Way, near the entrance to the Salt Pond community, to North Beach Drive, but have continued pushing for an eastbound connection toward Route 1.


A major obstacle is the bridge culvert beneath Fred Hudson Road, which DelDOT says is deteriorating and requires timely replacement. Adding a separate pathway would require environmental review and permitting because of surrounding wetlands, a process officials say could take several years.


DelDOT has said delaying the bridge project while pursuing those approvals could increase the risk of the existing structure failing, potentially resulting in a complete closure of Fred Hudson Road.


Funding is another consideration. Money has been allocated for the bridge replacement, but not for construction of a separate pathway alongside it. DelDOT also noted that the nearby Fresh Pond Trail currently provides an alternative multimodal route and that the department must balance pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure needs throughout the state.


For now, DelDOT says the revised bridge design provides an opportunity to improve pedestrian and bicycle access without disturbing adjacent wetlands or delaying the necessary structural repairs. The narrower travel lanes, 5-foot shoulders and reduced speed limit are intended to make the crossing safer while leaving open the possibility of additional improvements in the future.
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    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:53:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <author>leslie@lesliekopp.com (Leslie Kopp)</author>
        <title>South Bethany Real Estate Market Slows Some, Remains Firm</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in South Bethany. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


While property sales have decreased 17 year over year in South Bethany, sales volume decreased less and inventory remained limited. Homes are also going under contract slower, with 3 weeks being the median versus 1 week at this time last year. Overall, the market remains firm, but sellers have to be strategic to maximize their sales price.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give us a call. 


Leslie Kopp             Christi Arndt(302) 542-3917         (302) 245-5223
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    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <author>leslie@lesliekopp.com (Leslie Kopp)</author>
        <title>Bethany Beach Market Remains Steady</title>
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*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bethany Beach. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.


September is our absolute favorite time of year at the beach. We hope you are able to visit this month to enjoy beautiful weather, warm ocean breezes, and a quieter pace.


While property sales have decreased 11 year over year, sales volume and inventory remained consistent with last year. Homes are also moving slightly faster, with median days on market improving by 3 days. Although fewer properties have sold, steady sales volume suggests that overall market values remain strong.


As we head into fall, both buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what’s ahead. For buyers, the quieter season can bring new opportunities and more time to find the right beach property. For sellers considering a future move, now is a great time to start preparing and thinking through decisions that could impact a sale. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply curious about the market, we’re always happy to share our insight and help you plan for what’s ahead. Please give us a call.


Leslie Kopp             Christi Arndt(302) 542-3917         (302) 245-5223
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    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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