This knockout 4BR Bay Forest home will impress the most discerning of buyers! You really can have it all - a premium location backing to the community walking/jogging trail and woods beyond, an impressive home with upgrades at every corner, coastal contemporary trim details, beautiful indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces and access to first class community amenities, all within an easy drive of area beaches, shopping, entertainment and more. As you walk in to this home you will appreciate the covered front porch, large windows, high ceilings and bright open foyer. An office/library with glass french doors is suited perfectly adjacent to the foyer. A beautiful stone fireplace draws your eyes to the 2-story great room. The adjacent gourmet kitchen offers double ovens, gas cooking, an expansive island with sink and seating, beverage center and a large pantry. Off of the extended dining room is an adorable rear sunroom, with clapboard accent walls, large windows, tile flooring, beadboard ceiling detail, and separate heat/air system for year round use and comfort. Stepping outside you will then reach the inviting outdoor entertaining space, complete with a custom paver patio, firepit and built-in grill with stone surround and granite. The first floor owner's bedroom is accessed through the great room, and also has private access to the rear sunroom. This en suite bedroom was extended an additional 8' beyond the original floor plan and offers a tray ceiling, ample owners' closet with built-ins, and refreshing owner's bath with dual vanity and floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with spa fixtures and bench. Upstairs three additional bedrooms, two full baths and a bonus room with glass french doors offer the perfect additional spaces to accommodate guests and complete your indoor living. The attached 2-car garage offers additional storage and a workshop space, an extra refrigerator, keypad entry and service door. Some additional features to note! This home also features a high-efficiency dual fuel HVAC, tankless hot hater heater, encapsulated crawl space, surround sound, lawn irrigation, and invisible fence. Life in Bay Forest is idyllic - offering two beautiful swimming pools, basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, kayak pier with access to Collins Creek and the Indian River Bay, a beautiful network of paved exercise trails, garden center, fitness center, game room, activities, happy hours, catered food service during summer season, community firepits, beautiful clubhouse, plus the expansive Rec Barn and a Beach Shuttle!
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by SARAH SCHIFANO• Keller Williams Realty
•302-360-0300 (broker)
•steve@srarealty.com (broker)
Bought with Lee Ann Wilkinson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
8,398 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,859
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
134-8.00-1081.00
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, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: BAY FOREST CLUB
Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Play Equipment, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Lawn Sprinkler
Fencing: Invisible
Pool Information
Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees, Premium
Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 120.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $161
School Tax: $1,202
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $1,364
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Central, Natural Gas, Electric
Hot Water: Tankless
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Trash
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Community Center, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Jog/Walk Path, Pier/Dock, Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts
HOA Fee: $285
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: 2nd entrance into Bay Forest, 2nd Right on Widgeon Rd, home will be on your left
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,859
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,398 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 134-8.00-1081.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Selbyville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.7mi
7/10
Indian River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
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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Historical weather
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
$818,000 – $991,000
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