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Sussex 19930
40220 SUGAR HILL ROAD
$7,950,000
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40220 SUGAR HILL ROAD

NORTH BETHANY, DE 19930
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
4,200 Ft²
$39,301
Est. Monthly
$265
HOA / Fees

About This Property

A singular achievement in modern coastal architecture, this oceanfront residence located within the private gated SeaDel community in North Bethany Beach was designed by Robert Gurney, FAIA - one of the most celebrated architects in the Mid-Atlantic - and stands as a landmark property in Delaware's luxury beach real estate market. Hovering above pristine Atlantic dunes, this six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath architectural home offers unobstructed ocean views and a living experience that is genuinely irreplaceable.

The home's minimalist exterior - a refined composition of fiber cement board, stucco, and wood - gives way to an interior defined by reclaimed walnut flooring, crisp white painted millwork, and the kind of meticulous detailing that elevates every surface. This is not a beach house. It is a work of art you live in.

The chef's kitchen is outfitted with flat-panel white cabinetry and a full suite of Miele appliances, including a built-in coffee system. Fixtures throughout are sourced from Hans Grohe and Graff Designs - two benchmarks of luxury bath and kitchen hardware - ensuring every touchpoint reflects the home's uncompromising standard of finish.

Engineered to maximize its oceanfront site, the home was constructed on twenty-two existing pilings plus eight new, expanding the building envelope in full compliance with DNREC coastal regulations - a configuration that cannot be replicated under today's code. Wood slat detailing on the south facade and lower levels draws in ocean breezes naturally, while the west-facing stairwell filters light without heat gain. The result is a home that feels as though it was conceived by the ocean itself.

Indoor-outdoor living is seamless. Panoramic Atlantic Ocean views anchor every principal living space, and the boundary between the natural landscape and the interior dissolves entirely. For buyers seeking a Delaware beach home that transcends the ordinary - a true architect-designed oceanfront estate with irreplaceable design provenance - this is it.
Unit Size
4,200 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.25 acres
Price per sqft
$1,893
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
$265
Year Built
2014

Listed By

Justin Noble
Ocean Atlantic Sotheby's International Realty

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Last updated: 6 days ago (Bright MLS #DESU2107880)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 16, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Aug 28, 2026 Price Decreased $7,950,000
↓ $545K (6.4%)
Price Decreased
May 6, 2026 Listed by Monument Sotheby's International Realty $8,495,000
Listed by Monument Sotheby's International Realty
May 18, 2012 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Elevator
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 1
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 4200
Square Footage Source: $0
Green Sustainability
Property Condition: Excellent
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2014
Waterbody Name: Atlantic Ocean
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Builder Name: Bruce Mears
Levels: 3
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Construction Materials: Mixed
Lot Features: Other, Cul-De-Sac, Irregular, Premium
Lot Size Area: 10890
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Lot Size Square Feet: 10890
Lot Size Dimensions: 40.00 x 273.00
Water Source: Public
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Zoned
Sewer : Public Sewer
Location Details
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Security, Reserve Funds
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Gated Community, Jog/Walk Path, Water/Lake Privileges
HOA Fee: $3,178
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2014
  • Effective Year Built: 2014
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 5
  • Partial Bathrooms: 5
  • Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 14
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 6
  • Roof Cover Type: 13
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Floor Cover: 11
  • Basement Type: 9
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 10
  • Garage Square Area: 626
  • Parking Space Count: 4
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,920
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,730
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 400
  • Total Building Area: 4,248
  • Gross Building Area: 2,124
  • Building Area: 4,248
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 24
  • Heated Square Feet: 4,248
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SEA DEL ESTATES
  • Land Acres: 0000000251
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: RS
  • Legal Description 1: SEA DEL ESTATES LOT 29

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Indian River School District
  • School Tax School District: INDIAN RIVER SD
  • Census Tract: 051201

Zoning

  • Zoning: MR

Geography

  • District: INDIAN RIVER
  • Parcel: 134-9.00-379.00
  • Lot: 29
  • Municipality: FENWICK BETHANY EAST OF CANAL
  • Latitude: 38.5654
  • Longitude: -75.0576

    Address

  • Full Address: 40220 Sugar Hill Rd
  • Address - House Number: 40220
  • Address - Street Name: Sugar Hill
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: DE
  • City Name: Bethany Beach
  • Carrier Code: R070
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3413
  • Zip Code: 19930

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $326,715

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2273
  • Valuation Date: Sep 13, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 1,428,707
  • High Value: 1,753,540
  • Low Value: 1,103,875

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $158,200
  • Market Land Value: $59,000
  • Market Improvement Value: $99,200

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $79,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $29,500
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $49,600

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: May 14, 2012
  • Current Sale Recording Date: May 18, 2012
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 17396
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 40220 Sugar Hill Drive built and last sold?
The property at 40220 Sugar Hill Drive was built in 2014 and last sold on May 14, 2012 for $2,200,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 40220 Sugar Hill Drive is $8,029,500.
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