Easy one-level living awaits in the hidden gem of Howard Manor, an exclusive community of just 20 homes. Perfectly positioned on a generous .42-acre lot, this well-maintained ranch-style residence blends coastal convenience with extensive modern upgrades, located just 4.9 miles from the beach. The light and airy interior features beautiful hardwood flooring and a versatile 4-season room anchored by a cozy pellet stove, an inviting space to enjoy year-round. The living room offers warmth and charm with a classic wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable gathering place at the heart of the home. The spacious kitchen is designed for both function and everyday living, offering abundant counter space, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar for casual meals, and a massive pantry for added storage. A window over the sink frames peaceful backyard views, bringing in natural light and a connection to the outdoor setting. Recent high-value improvements provide total peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), new water heater (2025), a resurfaced driveway, and a professionally encapsulated crawl space. Outside, the expansive lot offers refreshed landscaping, a new cement patio ideal for outdoor entertaining, and a circular driveway leading to a two-car garage. Located minutes from premier golf, world-class fishing, the boardwalk, and Holt’s Landing State Park, this home delivers the perfect balance of comfort, updates, and coastal lifestyle.
For sale
Price cut: $21K (6/6)
$399,000
31766 Diane Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
3beds
1,783sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.42 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Light and airy interiorStainless steel appliancesAbundant counter spaceBeautiful hardwood flooring
- 76 days |
- 924 |
- 48 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paul Scalice 302-604-8715,
Northrop Realty (302) 539-2900,
Co-Listing Agent: Noreen Scalice 302-245-1108,
Northrop Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2107894
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Range Hood, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Screens
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Free Standing
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,783
- Total interior livable area: 1,783 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,783
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 154.00 x 172.00
- Features: Landscaped, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13411.00560.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Concrete, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Howard Manor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ocean View
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,500
- Annual tax amount: $712
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Price change | $399,000-5%$224/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2107894 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $420,000+27.3%$236/sqft |
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| 1/31/2024 | Sold | $330,000-10.6%$185/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2050230 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Pending sale | $369,000$207/sqft |
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| 11/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $369,000$207/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,041 -6.1% | $166,750 +852.9% |
| 2024 | $1,108 -1.4% | $17,500 |
| 2023 | $1,125 +1.1% | $17,500 |
| 2022 | $1,113 +1% | $17,500 |
| 2021 | $1,102 -0.7% | $17,500 |
| 2020 | $1,109 | $17,500 |
| 2019 | $1,109 +0.3% | $17,500 |
| 2018 | $1,106 -0.7% | $17,500 |
| 2017 | $1,113 +89.1% | $17,500 |
| 2016 | $589 -3% | $17,500 |
| 2015 | $607 +1.5% | $17,500 |
| 2014 | $598 -1.1% | $17,500 |
| 2013 | $604 +4% | $17,500 |
| 2012 | $581 +57.7% | $17,500 |
| 2011 | $368 | $17,500 |
| 2010 | $368 +0.3% | $17,500 |
| 2009 | $367 | $17,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lord Baltimore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lord Baltimore
- Middle: Selbyville
- High: Indian River
- District: Indian River
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- Delaware
- Sussex County
- Frankford
- 19970
- 31766 Diane Rd
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