If you're looking for waterfront living with stunning bay views, close proximity to the beach, and abundant space to spread out with friends and family, then you've found it at 38817 Taft Avenue! The first floor boasts an apartment-style layout, perfect for guests and entertaining, with a kitchenette, dining area, full living room, two large bedrooms, a full bath, and access to the patio. The second level is filled with natural light and maximizes the water views, offering an open floor plan with two living areas, a gourmet kitchen with high-end cabinetry, granite countertops, and a massive island with a breakfast bar, as well as a charming reading nook. This level also holds the master suite, with an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The wrap balcony allows everyone to enjoy the outdoors, whether you're sipping your morning coffee, enjoying dinner with friends and family, or taking in the sunrises and sunsets. The third level holds two more large bedrooms and a full bath, offering plenty of space for guests. This is a prime location for jetskis, kayaks, and paddle boards, where from your back door you'll be able to hop on and find easy access to the open bay .This property also comes with a spacious back yard with enough room to potentially add a she-shed, man-cave, or party house, a popular concept in the community allowing you to maximize your outdoor entertaining space. Located in the Cape Windsor community, you'll be able to enjoy the community pool and sun deck, private bayfront park area, the tot-lot, community boat ramp, and store your boat trailer on the community storage lot. All of this is located just 1.5 miles to the sandy beaches of Fenwick Island and North Ocean City, a stone's throw from popular restaurants, and just 3 miles to the Freeman Stage live performances and the gorgeous Bayside Resort Golf Club golf course. Enjoy all that the coastal area has to offer! Whether you're looking for a primary home or beach retreat 38817 Taft Ave is sure to check all of the boxes.
Sold for $840,000
$840,000
38817 Taft Ave, Selbyville, DE 19975
5beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$834,700 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$3,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$834,700
$768,000 - $901,000
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Waterfront livingStunning bay viewsWrap balconyApartment-style layoutMaster suiteFilled with natural lightEn-suite bath
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Listed by:
RHONDA FRICK 302-236-1456,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: Bethany Frick 302-519-7476,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Daniele Lundin, RS0038470
Bryan Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2073962
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchenette
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Canal, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Canal
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
- Features: Bulkheaded, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 53320.18170.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private/Community Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cape Windsor
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Boat Ramp, Common Grounds, Picnic Area, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground, Other
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s)
- HOA fee: $1,580 annually
- HOA name: CAPE WINDSOR HOA
Location
- Region: Selbyville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,057,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,625
- Date on market: 11/7/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Partially Furnished. Most Exclusions To Be Removed The Weekend Of 11 / 9-11 / 10.
- Exclusions: Most Exclusions To Be Removed The Weekend Of 11 / 9-11 / 10.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $840,000-1.2%$280/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2073962 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Contingent | $850,000$283/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2073962 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $850,000-5.6%$283/sqft |
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| 6/15/2025 | Price change | $900,000-2.7%$300/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$308/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2073962 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2025 | Price change | $950,000-4.5%$317/sqft |
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| 1/29/2025 | Price change | $995,000-5.1%$332/sqft |
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| 11/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000$350/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #DESU2073962 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,261 +39% | $528,800 +1245.5% |
| 2024 | $1,626 +0.1% | $39,300 |
| 2023 | $1,625 +1.6% | $39,300 |
| 2022 | $1,598 +3.1% | $39,300 |
| 2021 | $1,551 +4.8% | $39,300 |
| 2020 | $1,480 | $39,300 |
| 2019 | $1,480 +0.4% | $39,300 |
| 2018 | $1,474 -1% | $39,300 |
| 2017 | $1,488 +12.5% | $39,300 |
| 2016 | $1,322 -3% | $39,300 |
| 2015 | $1,363 +268% | $39,300 +263.9% |
| 2014 | $370 -1.1% | $10,800 |
| 2013 | $374 +0.9% | $10,800 |
| 2012 | $371 -4.3% | $10,800 |
| 2011 | $387 | $10,800 |
| 2010 | $387 +0.4% | $10,800 |
| 2009 | $386 | $10,800 |
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Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19975
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 7.9 mi
- 7/10Selbyville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.6 mi
- 6/10Indian River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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