Looking to start your Delaware beach story? Look no further than this gem of a beach house. This fully furnished, turn-key home has recently undergone a complete renovation and has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with an enormous kitchen and family room addition, as well as a separate studio guest cottage with kitchenette and full bath. Situated on a large, private lot with beautiful mature flowering trees and a peaceful stream, this home is an easy walk to great restaurants, putt putt, walking trails, kayaking, and the Bethany Beach trolley making travel to and from the beach hassle free. Located just 1.5 miles from your toes in the sand, this home sits on the border between Bethany and Ocean View and makes for the perfect full-time home, beach getaway or rental property. The main house has just under 1900 square feet of living space with living room, dining room, large separate laundry room and pantry with extra refrigerator and loads of extra storage, as well as an enormous, light filled eat in kitchen and adjoining family room, both with vaulted ceilings with peaceful views of the back yard. The primary bedroom has an ensuite bath, with two additional bedrooms and full hall bath with generous linen closet. The guest cottage offers 450 sq. ft. with full bath and makes for a great home office, she shed/man cave or guest overflow. The combined square footage comes to 2,300, which translates to a very attractive price for such proximity to the beach! There is a large stone patio with fire pit and gas grill making for a perfect space for relaxing with family and friends after a hard day at the beach. The separate enclosed “crab shack” with electricity would be ideal for an outside bar or game room, and there is a large storage shed behind the guest cottage for all your beach toys. Don’t wait to see this home. Recent renovations include new roof, new siding, new luxury vinyl flooring (a must-have for a beach house!), new recessed lighting, new HVAC, renovated bathrooms, upgraded electrical and plumbing, new patio, front porch and walkway, crawl space encapsulation and so much more, With only $100 a year HOA fees, no Town of Ocean View taxes, and so many unique features that set it apart, this home won't stay on the market long. This property comes fully furnished and thoughtfully appointed. You need only bring your bathing suit, your toothbrush, and your desire to start living the salt life.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$321Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Patricia Baglieri• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•410-524-1700 (broker)
•stan.zaremba@longandfoster.com (broker)
Bought with Meghan Donovan• Atlantic Shores Sotheby's International Realty
This adorable cottage-style home with loads of potential and located in Ocean View is situated only 1.5 miles to Bethany Beach. This three bedroom and two full bath charmer home sitting on a generous 1/3rd acre parcel with beautiful mature trees and backing up to a stream, is just waiting for someone to come and realize its tremendous potential. There is a living room with hardwood floors and a high end wood stove, kitchen with laundry closet and ample dining room. Along the back of the house are two enclosed sun rooms just waiting for your inspiration. Also on the property is a large "man cave/she shed" (former garage) equipped with stall shower and sink, which could easily be converted back to a garage. In addition, there are two storage sheds and a free standing glassed in patio. The community has a kayak launch into one of the areas many canals.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,249 (−0.3%)
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2025
$1,253 (+19.1%)
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2024
$1,052
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2023
$1,051 (+1.9%)
$4,000 + $16,450
$20,450
2022
$1,031 (+5.0%)
$4,000 + $16,450
$20,450
2021
$982 (−1.0%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2020
$993 (+45.7%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2019
$681 (−2.3%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2018
$697 (−0.5%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2017
$701 (+6.0%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2016
$661 (+0.2%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2014
$660
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
Tax history for 32540 W Riga Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,249 (−0.3%)
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2025
$1,253 (+19.1%)
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2024
$1,052
$58,450 + $186,550
$245,000
2023
$1,051 (+1.9%)
$4,000 + $16,450
$20,450
2022
$1,031 (+5.0%)
$4,000 + $16,450
$20,450
2021
$982 (−1.0%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2020
$993 (+45.7%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2019
$681 (−2.3%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2018
$697 (−0.5%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2017
$701 (+6.0%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2016
$661 (+0.2%)
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
2014
$660
$4,000 + $16,300
$20,300
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
105 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,820
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-13.00-665.00
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.
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Private, Stream/Creek
Lot Size Dimensions: 105.00 x 135.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,850
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $90
School Tax: $710
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $800
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $100
HOA Fee 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: From Rt. 26 (Garfield Pkwy), enter Riga Dr. , which is just over the canal bridge heading west on 26. Follow Riga and bear right onto West Riga; 2nd home after split
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,820
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-13.00-665.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 47-57% 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Ocean View, DE • 19970
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$564,000 – $683,000
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