Just over the canal from Bethany Beach, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the perfect blend of coastal convenience and everyday comfort. Situated on a spacious property with plenty of parking, the home features a detached two-car garage and an oversized shed, providing ample storage for vehicles, tools, and beach gear. Inside, you’ll find an updated kitchen with modern countertops, along with thoughtful upgrades throughout. Major improvements include an updated HVAC systems and a roof replaced in 2017, offering peace of mind for years to come. The garage also has the capability to accommodate a lift, making it ideal for car enthusiasts or additional storage needs. Located just minutes from the beach, shopping, restaurants, and local attractions, this property is perfect as a primary residence, vacation home, or investment opportunity.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (6/27)
$540,000
38511 Velta Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
3beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
0.27 Acres Lot
$529,400 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated hvac systemsThoughtful upgrades throughoutDetached two-car garage
- 83 days |
- 1,990 |
- 56 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
LIZ KAPP 302-569-0012,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (302) 539-9040
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108532
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Baseboard, Wall Unit, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,400
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 78.00 x 155.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13417.00316.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ocean Way Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ocean View
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $538,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,150
- Date on market: 4/18/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Car Lift In Garage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$529,400
$503,000 - $556,000
$2,703/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Price change | $540,000-3.6%$225/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2108532 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $560,000-3.4%$233/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108532 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Price change | $580,000-3.3%$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108532 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,900+187%$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108532 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2012 | Sold | $209,000-4.6%$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2012 | Listed for sale | $219,000$91/sqft |
Source: Prudential Gallo, REALTORS #597705 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,009 +38.3% | $269,100 +1248.9% |
| 2024 | $729 +0.1% | $19,950 |
| 2023 | $728 +47.1% | $19,950 |
| 2022 | $495 +3.5% | $19,950 |
| 2021 | $479 +4.6% | $19,950 |
| 2020 | $458 | $19,950 |
| 2019 | $458 +3% | $19,950 |
| 2018 | $444 -2.2% | $19,950 |
| 2017 | $454 -18.1% | $19,950 +23.5% |
| 2016 | $555 -0.8% | $16,150 |
| 2015 | $559 +3.1% | $16,150 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $542 -1.1% | $15,900 |
| 2013 | $548 +554.9% | $15,900 +367.6% |
| 2012 | $84 -1.6% | $3,400 |
| 2011 | $85 | $3,400 |
| 2010 | $85 +0.3% | $3,400 |
| 2009 | $85 | $3,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lord Baltimore Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.6 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lord Baltimore
- Middle: Selbyville
- High: Indian River
- District: Indian River
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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