Karen Kern

36 Willow Oak Avenue

Ocean View, DE
$ 749,900 Beds 3 Baths 2.5 Sq 2,598
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Immaculate and beautifully maintained, this charming 3 bedroom, den (4th bdrom/office), 2.5 bath home offers panoramic golf course views, double front porches, and exceptional indoor and outdoor living in the sought after community of Bear Trap. From the moment you arrive, the stunning exterior and welcoming porches set the tone for the charm and character found throughout the home. Inside, youll find a bright, open floor plan with lovely architectural details including arches and columns, and a dramatic two-story great room with fireplace overlooking the golf course. Additionally the first floor offers a living room, dining room, breakfast room, powder room, and a huge screened porch...perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious first floor primary suite features engineered hardwood floors, double closets designed by California Closets, and a large bath with separate vanities, oversized jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and linen closet. Upstairs, a loft area provides additional living space, along with two bedrooms connected by a shared bath. Both with access to the front porch. An additional den offers the perfect space for guests, a home office, or bedroom. This home has been exceptionally well cared for with major updates already completed, including a new roof (2022), two natural gas HVAC systems (2023), and gas hot water heater (2021). Additional features include an encapsulated crawlspace, built-in cabinetry, laundry room with sink and cabinets, attic storage, outdoor shower with dressing area, stone paver patio/walkway, irrigation system, alarm system, maintenance-free front porch, gas line for grilling, and a 2 car garage. Located just a short stroll to the community amenities, Bear Trap is a one-of-a-kind community offering 27 holes of championship golf, an on-site restaurant, beach shuttle to Bethany, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and more. The low HOA fee for single family homes includes cable TV, internet, trash and recycling, and use of amenities (golf is separate). Conveniently located just 3 miles to the beach. This is the kind of home everyone hopes to find...pristine, lovingly maintained, and ready for its next owner.

ACTIVE

  • Price
  • $ 749,900
  • City
  • Ocean View
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • SUSSEX
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Baltimore Hundred
  • Lot Size
  • 0.18 Acres
  • Zip
  • 19970
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,598
  • Year Built
  • 2001
  • Taxes
  • $ 3048
  • Style
  • Coastal,Traditional
  • MLS#
  • DESU2108522
Listed By: SARAH FRENCH with Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. - 3025399040;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 2598
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air,Zoned
Cooling Central A/C,Zoned
Utilities Natural Gas Available,Under Ground
Possession Settlement
Roof Architectural Shingle
Appliances Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Washer,Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Water Heater,Stainless Steel Appliances
Zoning TN
HOA Fee 283.00
Garage Spaces 2.00
Association Fee Includes Cable TV,Common Area Maintenance,High Speed Internet,Management,Reserve Funds,Trash
Patio/Porch Features Porch(es),Screened,Balconies- Multiple
Architectural Style Coastal,Traditional
Security Features Security System
Construction Materials Fiber Cement,HardiPlank Type,Stick Built
School District INDIAN RIVER
Exclusions Sold unfurnished except for list of included furniture under inclusions. Additionally,the curtains in the upstairs bedrooms are excluded.
Year Built 2001
View Golf Course
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Building Name NONE AVAILABLE
Accessibility None
Assoc Fee Paid Per Monthly
County SUSSEX
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Basketball Courts,Community Center,Fitness Center,Golf Course Membership Available,Jog/Walk Path,Pickleball Courts,Pool - Indoor,Pool - Outdoor,Sauna,Tennis Courts,Tot Lots/Playground,Transportation
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name BEAR TRAP
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions From Bethany take Route 26 West. Left onto Central Avenue. Left onto Willow Oak Avenue. Home on Right on golf course.
City OCEAN VIEW
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Baltimore Hundred (31001)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7841.00
Tax Annual Amount 3048.45
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 1
Bathrooms Count Main Level 2.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 288.65
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Total SQFT 2598
Sussex DE Quadrants Between Rt 1 & 113
Builder Name Carl M. Freeman
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Legal Subdivision Bear Trap
Tax Lot 84
Association Recreation Fee No

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Attic,Attic/House Fan,Bathroom - Jetted Tub,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Dining/Living,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Crown
Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Flooring Ceramic Tile,Carpet,Engineered Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Gas/Propane
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) No
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2598
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Kitchen,Den,Breakfast Room,Great Room,Laundry,Loft,Attic,Primary Bathroom,Half Bath,Screened Porch
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Laundry Type Main Floor
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 2
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 1
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 1
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 1.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 1
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Outside Shower,Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Pool Yes - Community
Lot Features Landscaping
Water Source Public
Inclusions Screened porch furniture,breakfast table/chairs,2nd floor blue bedroom furniture,loft furniture,furniture in den/bedroom (excluding desk & chair)
Total Parking Spaces 4
Garage Features Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access
Type of Parking Attached Garage,Driveway
Land Use Code 1 1
Foundation Details Crawl Space
Water View Y/N No
Lot Dimensions 62.00 x 125.00
Lot Size Acres 0.18
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No
Builder Model Heirloom
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Attached Garage Spaces 2
LotDimensionsSource Assessor

Room Details

Attic Upper 1
Breakfast Room Main
Den Upper 1
Dining Room Main
Great Room Main
Half Bath Main
Kitchen Main
Laundry Main
Living Room Main
Loft Upper 1
Primary Bathroom Main
Primary Bedroom Main
Screened Porch Main

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Selbyville, DE office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Middle School Selbyville Middle School
High School Indian River High School

Price History

4/1/2026 Listed $825,000
5/1/2026 4% - $799,900
5/28/2026 7% - $749,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 19970

Price
AVG $640K
$750K
Taxes
AVG $1,277
$3,048
Year Built
AVG 2000
2001
Visits
AVG 388
1324
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36 Willow Oak Avenue Ocean View, DE is a Single Family Home for sale at $749900 with 2598 sqft and a lot size of 0.18 Acres Acre(s). 36 Willow Oak Avenue Ocean View has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 2001. The property's zip code is 19970 which is in Ocean View, DE

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