42 W Atlantic Street, Fenwick Island, DE 19944 - Photo 1

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$5,950,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
6 Beds
5 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
6,400 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

Luxury waterfront home on the largest bayfront parcel in the town of Fenwick Island. This exquisitely designed, custom-built home with a pool sits on a half-acre peninsula with nearly 400 feet of waterfront, and is just a short, easy walk to the beach. Carefully crafted with the highest level of quality and attention to detail, this remarkable property was architecturally designed to capture stunning water views from every room. Elegantly appointed with high-end furnishings and finishes, this spacious residence boasts over 6,500 square feet of living space, featuring geothermal HVAC, six generously sized bedrooms, five full luxury bathrooms, and a powder room. Step through the front door into the expansive great room, where walls of windows showcase breathtaking bay views with bright southern exposure. The meticulously crafted coffered ceilings further highlight the superior craftsmanship that went into designing this exceptional home. Multiple sets of full glass Anderson double doors line the bayfront, opening onto an expansive covered lanai with dual remote controlled Varisol Awnings with solar drop screens and a waterfront hardscaped patio, complete with a heated saltwater pool. Inside, the gourmet chef's kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, including an eight-burner gas range, multiple sinks, and dual dishwashers, making entertaining effortless. The eat-in kitchen is conveniently positioned just off the living room, with easy access to the formal dining room, which offers equally impressive views of the open bay and adjacent corner canal. Also on the main level is one of two primary bedrooms, along with an oversized laundry room and a powder room. Upstairs, there is a second family room, complete with a wet bar and gas fireplace as well as a second primary suite with a private bayfront balcony. Four additional bedrooms and three full bathrooms complete this level. The oversized three-car garage includes a huge storage area above. This home also features a private boat slip with an electronic lift and two smaller lifts accommodating up to four jet skis. The bulkhead was upgraded in 2024 and the exterior has been enhanced with lush landscaping, irrigation and custom lighting. Additional features include an audio/visual system that was upgraded in 2023, central vacuum system. Situated on a half-acre parcel, this exceptional bayfront retreat was built to meet CAT 3 hurricane standards and was featured in both Coastal Style Magazine and on The Beach to Bay Cottage Tour. Offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, this incredible home is just a short bike ride to exceptional restaurants and boutique shops of Fenwick Island, yet is tucked away at the end of a quiet, non-thru street within the town limits.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 42 W Atlantic St

General

Sold For: $5,950,000
Taxes: $7,506 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: DESU2072486
Added to Site: 325 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Family Room, Great Room
Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wet/Dry Bar
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Gas/Propane
Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Furnished: Yes

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 4
Upper - Full Baths: 4
Main Floor Baths: 2
Main - Full Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Upper: 5
Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Other Rooms

Great Room: Great Room, Main
Family Room: Family Room, Upper 1

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Saltwater, Saltwater

Exterior

Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Secure Storage, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Total Spaces: 13
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area

Location

Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
County: Sussex
Development Name: None Available
Subdivision: None Available
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Driving Directions: From Bethany turn South onto Route One to Fenwick Island, turn Right onto W Atlantic Street and follow to the Bay Front, Home on Left
Location Details: Bayfront
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: Indian River

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
Water Heater: Tankless, Propane

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Coastal
Architectural Style: Coastal
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Frame, Stick Built
Foundation: Slab
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 6,400
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 6,400 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2015
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Property View: Bay
Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 24,829
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 52.00 x 180.00
Lot Features: Bulkheaded
Zoning: TN
Lot Description: Bulkheaded

Water Features

Water Front: Yes
Water View: Yes
Navigable Water: Yes
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Desc: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access
Water Front Type: Bay
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
Docks: 3

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $889.84
Assessment Year: 2024
School Tax: $3,714
City/TownTax: $3,391
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $401
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax Amount: $7,506
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., LESLIE KOPP and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., CHRISTI ARNDT
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., LESLIE KOPP and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., KIKI HARGROVE

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Schools

Schools serving 42 W Atlantic St

School District:Indian River School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School 41 Bethany Road, Selbyville, DE 19975	PK-5	8.6 mi
Selbyville Middle School 80 Bethany Road, Selbyville, DE 19975	6-8	8.3 mi
Indian River High School, Dagsboro, DE 29772 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE 19945	8-12	11.1 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 42 W Atlantic St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/28/2025

Sold

$5,950,000

4.48%

MLS

4/01/2025

Listed

$5,695,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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