Idyllic, private location with lovely views of mature trees highlight this one level home with spacious, open floor plan. Relax on the oversized screened porch and catch glimpses of the wildlife and birds in your backyard. This home truly is single level living at its best and features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage and 10' ceilings. Custom stone walkway and entry stairs make for a welcoming entrance to this inviting home with hardwood flooring in all the main living areas, stunning stone fireplace and gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, pantry and tons of upgraded, extra cabinetry. The morning room is sunny and bright and offers casual dining overlooking trees. Beautiful formal dining room offers tray ceiling and upgraded molding. Master bedroom is on rear of home and features tray ceiling, HUGE walk-in closet and generous master bath with oversized tiled shower and his & hers vanities. Front bedroom is designed for study with built-in bookcases, French doors and crown molding. Guests have their own bedroom and bath. Separate laundry room with newer washer/dryer, laundry tub and cabinets. Other highlights include newer hot water heater, newer dishwasher and irrigated lawn. One year home warranty included. Bay Forest offers first class amenities including community center with fitness center, bar and grill, shuttle to Bethany Beach, outdoor pools with lazy river, lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, bike trails, walking paths, crabbing & fishing pier, and kayak launch. Seller is licensed associate broker in DE & MD. House recently appraised for list price!
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$277Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by SARAH FRENCH• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-539-9040 (broker)
Bought with SARAH FRENCH• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
9,592 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,182
Year built
2009
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-8.00-752.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
MR
Medium-Density Residential
The purpose of this district is to provide for medium-density residential development in areas which are or which are expected to become generally urban in character, but where sanitary sewers and public water supplies may or may not be available at the time of construction, together with such churches, recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings. The district is located to protect existing development of this character and contains vacant land considered appropriate for such development in the future.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Boat Ramp, Club House, Community Center, Fitness Center, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
HOA Fee: $277
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
Other Fees: $495
Other Fees Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
Middle Or Junior School: SELBYVILLE
High School: INDIAN RIVER
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: From first/main entrance into BF go straight at first stop sign. Yield onto circle and immediate Right onto Shearwater. Right onto Scissorbill. House on Left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,182
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,592 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-8.00-752.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ocean View, DE • 19970
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$575,000 – $696,000
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