
31024 Scissorbill Rd Ocean View, DE 19970
Highlights
- Pier or Dock
- Fitness Center
- View of Trees or Woods
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of October 20243 BD/3 BA+Study NV Homes Bornquist w/ partial stone front & covered front stoop. Leaded glass door w/ sidelights & transom opens to marble Foyer w/ upgraded crown. At Left: Study w/ French Doors, transom, crown, wood floors & windows w/ “eyebrow” window above. Foyer proceeds – across wood floors, past niches for art – to Closet, Guest BD w/ crown, ceiling fan, premium W2W, & large closet. Brightly-lit Guest BA: Stall Shower w/ Upgraded Tile & grab bars. Next: stairs to 2nd floor huge BD w/ W2W, closet, Loft & BA w/ upgraded tub, tile & fixtures. Downstairs, Dining Room features Bay Window, columns, wainscoting, tray ceiling, intricate crown & chandelier. DR enters brightly-lit Kitchen w/ upgraded cabinetry, granite counters, Breakfast Bar, recessed lighting & pendant lanterns. Backsplash: tumbled stone tile compliments K’s design. 3 square “porthole” windows are set above cabinets. Stainless steel French Door Fridge, Advantium Convection Microwave & Conventional Wall Ovens, DW & waste disposal. Breakfast Bar: premium moldings. Breakfast Area w/ broad Bay Window. K views Great Room w/ NG Stone FP w/ Stone Mantle & Raised Hearth. Great Room, w/ ceiling fan, views 3 Season Room, Deck, Patio & Back Yard. From K/GR, step into Primary Suite w/ W2W, windows on 2 sides, tray ceiling, ceiling fan & upgraded light fixtures. Designer columns mark entrance to Extension serving as Study/Sitting Area. Crown everywhere! Walk-in closets. Primary BA: 2 separate vanities w/ premium cabinetry, granite & brushed nickel fixtures. Plus jetted soaking tub & stall shower trimmed w/ premium tile & more crown. Laundry Room: premium cabinetry, granite, LG Washer/Dryer set atop matching pull-out drawers. Square “porthole” window brightens Laundry. 3 Season Room: beautiful, low-maintenance vinyl laminate flooring, HVAC “split” system, vaulted ceiling inset w/ beams, paneling & E-Z Breeze Windows. Window treatments soften glare/heat of sunset. Step out of 3 Season Room to Large Deck & large Paver Patio w/ circular sitting wall featuring openings onto beautifully landscaped, fenced-in lawn. Trees & hardscape provide privacy. Side Entry 2 Car Garage w/ paver drive. Irrigation System w/ well. Don’t forget Conditioned Crawlspace. Bay Forest’s HOA maintains lawn (mowing, fertilization, occasional aeration). New Owner Capital Contribution: $1,000. $495 annual charge for water/sewer infrastructure. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) named Bay Forest a Platinum Award Winning "Best in American Living" community in 2019 as a community that "maximized water & green spaces & created a nice sense of micro-communities inside the natural habitat. [Bay Forest Club] has a lovely pool & resort-like amenities & the outside of the (Recreation) Barn is spectacular." So come enjoy our clubhouse w/ its lounge, grille, game room, Women's & Men's lockers opening to 3 pools (Lazy River!). And our 4 tennis courts (easily reconfigured for pickleball) & tennis pavilion, outdoor basketball nets, children's play areas, putting green, bocce lawns, horseshoe pits, volleyball space & fire pit. Not to mention Bay Forest’s incredible Recreation ‘Barn' which accommodates a basketball court or three pickleball courts or 450 guests for New Years Eve & other celebrations! The Barn opens to a Great Lawn, two new pools & a new exercise facility featuring a gym, a dance/yoga studio (w/ resilient floors), Men’s & Women’s changing rooms & beautiful gathering spaces. Don’t forget the Kayak Launch w/ kayak storage & expansive Indian River Bay & Bay Bridge views. Or the Herb Garden. Or the Summer Beach Shuttle. Enjoy amazing Salt Marsh views from our wooden Shearwater Drive Bridge crossing Collins Creek to the Recreation Barn, Pools & Gym. 15+ Miles sidewalks. 5 Miles Bethany Beach. Complimentary 2-YEAR-HOME-WARRANTY ($1,200 VALUE!). PRICED 2 SELL! To live in a Platinum Award-Winning "Best in American Living" community, join us in Bay Forest Club!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,632
Year Built
- Built in 2012
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- Vinyl Fence
- Landscaped
- Extensive Hardscape
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned MR-RPC, Medium Density Residential District - Residential Planned Community
HOA Fees
- $214 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
Property Views
- Woods
- Garden
Home Design
- Coastal Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Blown-In Insulation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stick Built Home
- CPVC or PVC Pipes
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 3,000 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Tray Ceiling
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Heatilator
- Fireplace With Glass Doors
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Stained Glass
- Transom Windows
- Casement Windows
- Window Screens
- Insulated Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Loft
- Screened Porch
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
- Electric Oven or Range
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Front Loading Dryer
- Front Loading Washer
Home Security
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Flood Lights
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Air Purifier
- Air Cleaner
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Screened Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Air Filtration System
- Humidifier
- Dehumidifier
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- Programmable Thermostat
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- 120/240V
- 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-08.00-828.00
- $495 Front Foot Fee per year
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include all ground fee, lawn care front, lawn care rear, lawn care side, lawn maintenance, parking fee, pier/dock maintenance, recreation facility, reserve funds, road maintenance, trash
- Bay Forest Community Association
- Built by NV Homes
- Bay Forest Club Subdivision, Bornquist Floorplan
- Property Manager
Amenities
- Common Area
- Clubhouse
- Game Room
- Community Center
- Meeting Room
- Party Room
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Pier or Dock
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Volleyball Courts
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Lap or Exercise Community Pool
- Putting Green
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/25/2024 10/25/24 | Sold | $750,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
09/29/2024 09/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/26/2024 09/26/24 | For Sale | $750,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
09/18/2024 09/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/13/2024 09/13/24 | For Sale | $750,000 | +40.2% | $250 / Sq Ft |
11/01/2019 11/01/19 | Sold | $535,000 | 0.0% | $167 / Sq Ft |
09/18/2019 09/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/16/2019 09/16/19 | For Sale | $535,000 | +12.6% | $167 / Sq Ft |
08/29/2014 08/29/14 | Sold | $475,000 | 0.0% | $170 / Sq Ft |
07/11/2014 07/11/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/08/2014 04/08/14 | For Sale | $475,000 | +13.1% | $170 / Sq Ft |
06/18/2012 06/18/12 | Sold | $419,990 | 0.0% | $150 / Sq Ft |
06/05/2012 06/05/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/25/2012 04/25/12 | For Sale | $419,990 | -- | $150 / Sq Ft |
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $1,632 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2023 | $1,633 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2022 | $1,607 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2021 | $1,562 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2020 | $1,501 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2019 | $1,494 | $38,150 | $6,750 | $31,400 |
2018 | $1,508 | $38,150 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $1,454 | $38,150 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $1,361 | $38,150 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $1,388 | $38,150 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $1,290 | $36,200 | $0 | $0 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $380,000 | Unknown |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Special Warranty Deed | $750,000 | Advantage Title | |
Special Warranty Deed | $750,000 | Advantage Title | |
Deed | $535,000 | -- | |
Deed | $475,000 | -- | |
Deed | $419,990 | -- | |
Deed | $419,990 | -- | |
Deed | -- | -- |
About the Listing Agent

Joe Loughran has been a Long & Foster Realtor since 2013. He is licensed in Delaware and serves his clients' real estate needs from Long & Foster's Bethany Beach, DE office. Joe treats every client as Priority #1 with integrity, initiative, and commitment. He was LNF's #1 Individual Listing Agent in the State of Delaware in 2021, with $63 million in career sales since 2014.
Joe holds a BA from Princeton, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and an MA in journalism from the University of
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