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    • Price cut: $50K (5/28)
    $749,900

    36 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970

    3beds
    2,598sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2001
    7,841 Square Feet Lot
    $725,900 Zestimate®
    $289/sqft
    $283/mo HOA

    What's special

    Panoramic golf course viewsBright open floor planMaintenance-free front porchDining roomBreakfast roomOversized jetted soaking tubLinen closet
    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, you’ll 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.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    SARAH FRENCH 410-430-5421,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (302) 539-9040

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108522MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Den, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Breakfast room
      • Level: Main
      Den
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Great room
      • Level: Main
      Half bath
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Loft
      • Level: Upper
      Screened porch
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Zoned, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Attic, Attic/House Fan, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,598
      • Total interior livable area: 2,598 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,598
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened, Screened Porch
      • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Balcony
      • Pool features: Community
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Bath
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Golf Course
      Lot
      • Size: 7,841 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 62.00 x 125.00
      • Features: Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 13416.001248.00
      • Zoning: TN
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Coastal,Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Stick Built
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2001
      Details
      • Builder model: Heirloom
      • Builder name: Carl M. Freeman

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Bear Trap
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Basketball Court, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Course Membership Available, Jogging Path, Indoor Pool, Pool, Sauna, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Transportation Service, Spa/Hot Tub
      • Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Maintenance, Internet, Management, Reserve Funds, Trash
      • HOA fee: $283 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Ocean View

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $289/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $696,600
      • Annual tax amount: $3,048
      • Date on market: 4/1/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Inclusions: Screened Porch Furniture, Breakfast Table / Chairs, 2nd Floor Blue Bedroom Furniture, Loft Furniture, Furniture In Den / Bedroom (excluding Desk & Chair)
      • Exclusions: Sold Unfurnished Except For List Of Included Furniture Under Inclusions. Additionally, The Curtains In The Upstairs Bedrooms Are Excluded.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $725,900

        $690,000 - $762,000

        $2,717/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/21/2026Contingent$749,900$289/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108522 Report a problem
        5/28/2026Price change$749,900-6.3%$289/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108522 Report a problem
        5/1/2026Price change$799,900-3%$308/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108522 Report a problem
        4/1/2026Listed for sale$825,000+119.5%$318/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108522 Report a problem
        6/25/2001Sold$375,874$145/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,513 -26.8%$348,300 +605.1%
        2024$2,068 +0.1%$49,400
        2023$2,066 +1.6%$49,400
        2022$2,033 +3.1%$49,400
        2021$1,973 +4.7%$49,400
        2020$1,884 $49,400
        2019$1,884 +0.4%$49,400
        2018$1,875 -1%$49,400
        2017$1,893 -0.8%$49,400
        2016$1,909 +54.4%$49,400
        2015$1,236 +2.1%$49,400
        2014$1,210 -1.5%$49,400
        2013$1,229 +5%$49,400
        2012$1,171 +0.9%$49,400
        2011$1,161 $49,400
        2010$1,161 +0.6%$49,400
        2009$1,154 $49,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19970

        Getting around

        15 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Lord Baltimore
        • Middle: Selbyville
        • High: Indian River
        • District: Indian River

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