SOLD AUG 27, 2026

Sold on Aug 2026

$799,900

•

2,400

sq ft

31785 Skimmer Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970

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Located in the fabulous, award-winning Bay Forest Club, this exceptional home offers tranquil pond and fountain views from the inviting front porch, where you can also enjoy breathtaking sunsets. The rear screened porch overlooks a wooded backdrop, creating a peaceful, private retreat with a fenced yard, professional landscaping, and beautiful hardscaping. The home's curb appeal is enhanced by a brick paver driveway and striking black-framed windows, adding a modern architectural touch while beautifully framing the surrounding views. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a spacious loft, and a large storage room that can also be used as an office or additional sleeping area. Meticulously designed and impeccably maintained, every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Features include an open floor plan with 10-foot ceilings, stunning hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, a main-level primary suite with a Jacuzzi tub, pocket doors, custom closet organizers, new upstairs carpeting, and a conditioned crawl space with a new sump pump. Residents of Bay Forest Club enjoy resort-style living with two Las Vegas-style pools and an impressive array of amenities, including indoor pickleball and basketball courts. Be sure to view the photos showcasing everything this exceptional community has to offer. This is a must-see home that perfectly combines luxury, comfort, privacy, and an unbeatable lifestyle.

Single-familyProperty Type

2014Year Built

8,712 sq ftLot Size

$333Price/Sq.Ft.

$413/moHOA Dues

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Janice Warns • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Bought with LESLIE KOPP • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

Bought with GAIL PHELAN • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-539-9040 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DESU2115122

Redfin Estimate

$797,276

$2,624 since sold in August 2026$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 32% higher than the average sale price ($604K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$629,000
A
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SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$565,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,244 sq ft
36346 Redstart Ct, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$675,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,175 sq ft
38532 Goldfinch Ln, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$520,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,300 sq ft
38846 Cedar Waxwing Ln, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$615,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,162 sq ft
36118 Vireo Cir, Ocean View, DE 19970
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$619,900
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,600 sq ft
38821 Cedar Waxwing Ln, Ocean View, DE 19970

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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

97.9%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$515K

$6K MoM

Avg. days on market

76d

9 days MoM

Recently sold homes

127

11 MoM

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30171 Martin Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 12PM
$1,050,000
4 beds3 baths3,000 sq ft
33009 Venezia Way, Ocean View, DE 19970
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$560,000
3 beds2 baths1,618 sq ft
4 Amandas Way, Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 539-1777
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$575,000
4 beds3 baths2,197 sq ft
46 Fairway Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 539-1777
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$124,900
3 beds2 baths744 sq ft
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$785,000
5 beds3.5 baths1,338 sq ft
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Sale and tax history for 31785 Skimmer Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DESU2115122

Aug 27, 2026

Sold

$799,900

$333/sq ft

Jul 20, 2026

Contingent

—

Jul 3, 2026

Listed

$799,900

$333/sq ft

Jun 30, 2026

Coming Soon

$799,900

$333/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000980352

Jun 11, 2014

Sold

$520,687

$217/sq ft

Mar 24, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Mar 2, 2014

Listed

$469,900

$196/sq ft

+19

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$944 (−0.7%)

$75,050 + $252,600

$327,650

2025

$951 (−9.3%)

$75,050 + $252,600

$327,650

2024

$1,048 (−0.1%)

$75,050 + $252,600

$327,650

2023

$1,049 (+2.4%)

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

2022

$1,025 (+0.7%)

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

2019

$1,018 (−1.3%)

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

2018

$1,031 (−28.0%)

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

2017

$1,432 (+12.9%)

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

2016

$1,268

$6,250 + $29,900

$36,150

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

70 ft.

Lot depth

125 ft.

Lot size

8,751 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,406

Year built

2012

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sussex County

APN

134-8.00-689.00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

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, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Brick Driveway
Off Street, Driveway, Attached 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: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Water Heater - Tankless, Dryer, Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer
Door Features: Insulated
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, Kitchen - Island, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, WhirlPool/HotTub
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings

Room Information
# of Rooms: 3
Foyer, Laundry, Loft, Storage Room, Screened Porch
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Front Foot Fee: $495
Front Foot Fee Payment Frequency: Annually
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Building Name: BAY FOREST CLUB
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Screens, Double Pane

Exterior Information
Lawn Sprinkler, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Pool Information
Community Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, In Ground, Lap/Exercise
Community Pool

Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaping, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 125.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,400
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

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

Financial

Tax Information
School Tax: $1,259
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,400

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s), Zoned, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Hot Water: Tankless
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Private

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Lawn Maintenance, Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s), Snow Removal, Management
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Community Center, Fitness Center, Jog/Walk Path, Marina/Marina Club, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool, Putting Green, Common Grounds, Exercise Room
HOA Fee: $413
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
Other Fees: $495
Other Fees Frequency: Annually

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: RT 1 to Rt 26 to Whites Neck Rd to entrance at Bay Forest Rd to right on Skimmer
Road Responsibility: HOA

Waterfrontage Information
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Pond

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,406
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,751 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-8.00-689.00

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026

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Schools

Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

Selbyville Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.5mi

7/10

Indian River High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi

6/10

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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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Ocean View, DE • 19970

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Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.1 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$758,000 – $917,000

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Home values near 31785 Skimmer Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
31795 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$830,578
31801 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$575,114

Address	Redfin Estimate
31774 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2158 Sq. Ft.	$592,085
31789 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 3 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 1318 Sq. Ft.	$634,576

Address	Redfin Estimate
31797 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2460 Sq. Ft.	$713,570
31773 Skimmer Road, Ocean View, DE 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2070 Sq. Ft.	$637,360

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