Experience the ultimate lifestyle in the prestigious Bear Trap community! This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers a private retreat with serene pond views. The home shines with new engineered hardwood flooring throughout the second floor and staircase, complemented by a brand-new HVAC system for year-round comfort. The main level features a sun-drenched primary suite with triple windows, a walk-in closet, and a double-vanity bath. Entertain in the impressive two-story family room, complete with a gas fireplace and custom built-ins, or cook in the gourmet kitchen featuring 42" cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the outdoors from your choice of the finished enclosed porch or the rear deck. Upstairs, two spacious guest rooms and a clever Jack-and-Jill bath provide ample space for visitors. Bonus: This home comes fully furnished with an acceptable offer! Whether you’re looking for a family getaway or an investment (strong rental history available), this is it. Enjoy the community shuttle to the beach, or stay close to home for golf, tennis, pickleball, and the world-class clubhouse.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (5/29)
$529,000
259 October Glory Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970
3beds
1,670sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2003
4,224 Square Feet Lot
$516,300 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$720/mo HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceCustom built-insFinished enclosed porchClever jack-and-jill bathTwo spacious guest roomsDouble-vanity bathWalk-in closet
- 74 days |
- 250 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joanne Scotti 215-262-1844,
Keller Williams Realty (302) 360-0300
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108708
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,670
- Total interior livable area: 1,670 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,670
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Enclosed, Screened
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 4,224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32.00 x 132.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13416.001711.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane - Community, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bear Trap
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Community Center, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Room, Golf Course, Golf Course Membership Available, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Transportation Service, Pool
- Services included: Bus Service, Maintenance Grounds, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $720 monthly
Location
- Region: Ocean View
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $433,800
- Annual tax amount: $927
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Selected Furnishing May Stay With Accepable Purchase Price.
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$516,300
$490,000 - $542,000
$2,071/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $529,000-3.6%$317/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000+77.1%$329/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 8/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 7/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/12/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,300+4.5%$1/sqft |
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| 10/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2023 | Price change | $2,200+4.8%$1/sqft |
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| 9/30/2023 | Price change | $2,100-2.3%$1/sqft |
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| 9/23/2023 | Price change | $2,150-6.5%$1/sqft |
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| 8/19/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,300$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/29/2023 | Price change | $2,300+12.2%$1/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Price change | $2,050-4.7%$1/sqft |
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| 11/20/2022 | Price change | $2,150-4.4%$1/sqft |
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| 10/28/2022 | Price change | $2,250-4.3%$1/sqft |
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| 9/20/2022 | Price change | $2,350-6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/16/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,500+13.6%$1/sqft |
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| 9/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/8/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,200+29.4%$1/sqft |
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| 2/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/7/2020 | Listing removed | $1,700$1/sqft |
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| 8/26/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,700$1/sqft |
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| 2/13/2012 | Sold | $310,000-28.7%$186/sqft |
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| 6/13/2005 | Sold | $435,000$260/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $932 -32.6% | $216,900 +551.4% |
| 2024 | $1,382 +0.1% | $33,300 |
| 2023 | $1,380 +1.8% | $33,300 |
| 2022 | $1,356 +3.1% | $33,300 |
| 2021 | $1,316 +4.8% | $33,300 |
| 2020 | $1,256 | $33,300 |
| 2019 | $1,256 +0.4% | $33,300 |
| 2018 | $1,250 -0.9% | $33,300 |
| 2017 | $1,261 -0.8% | $33,300 |
| 2016 | $1,271 +10.1% | $33,300 |
| 2015 | $1,154 +1.5% | $33,300 |
| 2014 | $1,137 -1.1% | $33,300 |
| 2013 | $1,149 +3.6% | $33,300 |
| 2012 | $1,109 +0.9% | $33,300 |
| 2011 | $1,099 | $33,300 |
| 2010 | $1,099 +0.4% | $33,300 |
| 2009 | $1,094 | $33,300 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lord Baltimore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lord Baltimore
- Middle: Selbeyville
- High: Indian River
- District: Indian River
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- 259 October Glory Ave
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