OFF MARKET

Off Market Mar 2022 for $350K

$395,292

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,289/mo

•

1,416

sq ft

31459 Railway Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970

About this home

You can't get much closer to the beach but still be in the "country" with over a half acre of land and no HOA! This lovely updated cottage is just waiting for you to make it your own. Recently refinished hardwood floors, recently painted exterior of home and kitchen cabinets, new roof and water treatment system in 2020. Kitchen recently updated with quartz countertops, new extra deep sink, tile wall and back splash. An oversized detached garage with electricity, built-in work bench and plenty of storage area is perfect for someone who enjoys hobbies. There is a possibility of subdividing lot into two lots for those who want to pursue this with the County. Only 4.5 miles to Bethany Beach with it's white sandy beach, boardwalk, shopping and restaurants. Tax-free outlet shopping is located nearby in Rehoboth Beach, along with boutique shopping, restaurants and the big boardwalk . With all this going for it, this one won't last long!

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

0.61 acresLot Size

$279Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Rose Walker • Keller Williams Realty

•302-360-0300 (broker)

•steve@srarealty.com (broker)

Bought with Justin Voorheis • BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC

•302-537-9700 (broker)

•ann@bethanyarearealty.com (broker)

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU2016430

Redfin Estimate

$395,292

$45K since sold in March 2022$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 0.5% higher than the average sale price ($393K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$425,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,822 sq ft
31345 Oak St, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD APR 6, 2026
$387,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,392 sq ft
36697 W Club House Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$279,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft
143 Hollywood Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$449,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,822 sq ft
767 Hickman Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$350,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft
37504 Susan St, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$470,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,827 sq ft
67 Dorothy Cir, Ocean View, DE 19970

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$114,517

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Market trends in 19970, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.7%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$511K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

67d

9 days MoM

Recently sold homes

115

16 MoM

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3D WALKTHROUGH
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3 beds2 baths1,618 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$575,000
4 beds3 baths2,197 sq ft
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Sale history for 31459 Railway Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 5, 2022

Sold

$350,000

$247/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DESU2016430

Mar 28, 2022

Sold

$350,000

$247/sq ft

Mar 21, 2022

Pending

—

Feb 21, 2022

Contingent

—

Feb 17, 2022

Listed

$350,000

$247/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DESU144526

Jul 14, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Jan 28, 2020

Price Changed

$259,900

$184/sq ft

Sep 6, 2019

Price Changed

$264,900

$187/sq ft

Aug 2, 2019

Listed

$284,900

$201/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000964178

May 11, 2012

Sold

$146,000

$103/sq ft

Mar 8, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Feb 17, 2012

Listed

$149,900

$106/sq ft

+14

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,080 (−1.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2025

$1,101 (+16.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2024

$942 (−2.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2023

$971 (+0.9%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2022

$962 (+0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2021

$955 (−1.5%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2020

$970 (+0.2%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2019

$968 (+0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2018

$960 (−7.0%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2017

$1,033 (+6.4%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2016

$971 (−0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2014

$978

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

Tax history for 31459 Railway Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,080 (−1.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2025

$1,101 (+16.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2024

$942 (−2.9%)

$63,950 + $117,000

$180,950

2023

$971 (+0.9%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2022

$962 (+0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2021

$955 (−1.5%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2020

$970 (+0.2%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2019

$968 (+0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2018

$960 (−7.0%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2017

$1,033 (+6.4%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2016

$971 (−0.7%)

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

2014

$978

$2,500 + $11,000

$13,500

*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

—

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

267 ft.

Lot size

0.61 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,032

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-8.00-32.00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.

General Residential District

The purpose of this district is to provide for medium-density residential use, including all manufactured homes. Manufactured homes shall include those which do not meet certain characteristics of manufactured homes permitted in AR Districts, as contained in Section 115-20A(1).

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Golf related
Veterinary clinic
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Stone Driveway
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless, Built-In Range, Water Conditioner - Owned
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Wood Stove, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Galley, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Paneled Walls

Room Information
Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Main Floor

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $11,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2019

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Frame, T-1-11, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Main Entrance Orientation: East
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Building Not Winterized

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)
Fencing: Partially

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Landscaping, Open, Rear Yard, Front Yard, Level, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Private, Road Frontage, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Subdivision Possible
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 267.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $2,500
Soil Types: Loam

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,416
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $60
School Tax: $472
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $13,500
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $532

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
220 Volts
Baseboard - Electric, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Electric, Wood
Hot Water: Tankless
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Propane, Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No

Location

School Information
School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
Directions: Route 1 or Route 113 to Route 26. Turn onto Railway. Home on left past intersection with Old Mill.
Location Type: Rural
Road Responsibility: State
Road Frontage Length: 98
Road Surface Type: Black Top

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,032
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-8.00-32.00

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

Selbyville Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.6mi

7/10

Indian River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

3/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 10-14% chance 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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Ocean View, DE • 19970

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Estimated sale price

$376,000 – $455,000

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Home values near 31459 Railway Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
31457 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 2 Beds \| - Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$160,254
31445 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$215,972

Address	Redfin Estimate
31465 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1604 Sq. Ft.	$415,032
31451 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$170,771

Address	Redfin Estimate
31458 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$205,915
31455 Railway Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1232 Sq. Ft.	$454,357

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