881 CATFISH AVENUE
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32169
About this home
Virtually Staged. Discover a one-of-a-kind Bethune Beach coastal retreat on a quiet dead-end street in New Smyrna Beach, ideally positioned near no-drive beach access, the Halifax River, and Canaveral National Seashore. This updated three-story 3-bedroom, 3-bath home blends distinctive architectural character, relaxed indoor-outdoor living, and flexible income potential. The third-floor primary retreat opens to a wraparound balcony with peaceful Halifax River and mangrove views, an inviting setting for morning coffee, coastal breezes, and sunset skies. The thoughtfully designed interior features a gourmet kitchen with gas cooktop, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, along with neutral luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom crown molding, stone accent walls, an electric fireplace, built-in breakfast banquette, and a striking spiral staircase. A private-entry first-floor one-bedroom living area offers a kitchenette, full bath, in-unit laundry, flexible bonus room, and second exterior entrance, ideal for guests, a studio, workspace, multigenerational living, or 30-day-plus rental use. Enjoy a resort-inspired outdoor setting with mature tropical landscaping, landscape lighting, Trex composite decking, solar-lit pavers, a sail-shade-covered patio, outdoor kitchen with Argentine charcoal grill, fire pit, two-person barrel sauna, and outdoor shower. Major 2023 improvements include a durable metal roof, impact-rated double-pane windows and sliders, main-home HVAC, dedicated mini-split for the lower-level living area, separate water heaters for the main home and lower level, and a bathroom skylight. A rare opportunity to own a character-rich beachside home offering location, lifestyle, flexibility, and long-term potential. Thirty-day-or-longer rental use is subject to buyer verification of all applicable zoning, licensing, and local requirements.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living area
- 1,408 sqft
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Stories
- 3
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters…
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 2,500 sqft (0.06 ac)
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- HardiPlank Type
- Exterior
- Balcony, Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sauna
Financial
- Annual tax
- $5,491 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $923/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1991
- Subdivision
- BETHUNE VOLUSIA BEACH
- County
- Volusia
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- Today
- MLS #
- MFR801697478
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Amelia Vondrus · RE/MAX SIGNATURE
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 24 comparable sales within 2 miles of NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
Reference only. Estimates blend public sale comps, neighbourhood trend and the listing’s own metrics. Final price moves on diligence, terms and timing — RENA is your second read, not your agent.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $6,919/mo
- Property tax
- $433/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
Tax, insurance and HOA are editable estimates with Florida-typical defaults — Florida homeowners insurance in particular varies widely by location and elevation. Confirm exact figures with a lender and insurer.
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Answered from this listing’s own figures and the sales around it.
Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Listed | $1,300,000 | — |
NeighbourhoodSample data
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Location
Frequently asked questions
What would 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH cost per month?
About $7,681 a month: $6,574 principal and interest, $458 property tax, $650 insurance. That assumes 20% down at 6.5% over 30 years.
Is 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH priced fairly?
Comparable sales nearby put it between $809,889 and $931,807, with $870,848 in the middle. That is from 8 properties of the same type and size within three miles, at a median of $619 a square foot.
How does 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH compare to nearby homes?
8 comparable properties within three miles. The nearest: 884 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL at $1,248,000, 1,740 sq ft, 0.03 miles away; 6318 TURTLEMOUND ROAD, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL at $594,999, 1,872 sq ft, 0.65 miles away; 6368 ATLANTIC AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL at $1,295,000, 1,792 sq ft, 0.76 miles away.
How long has 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH been on the market?
It came on the market today.
Has the price of 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH changed?
The price has not moved since it was listed.
How big is 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH?
3 bed, 3 bath, 1,408 square feet. That is $923 a square foot.
What year was 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH built?
Built in 1991.
What is the HOA fee at 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH?
The feed lists no association fee for this property.
What are the property taxes at 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH?
Property tax works out to about $458 a month, $5,491 a year.
Is 881 CATFISH AVENUE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH still available?
It is still on the market.
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