$725,000
PENDING

31283 Grackle Ct Ocean View, DE 19970

Estimated payment $4,259/month

Total Views 4,459
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,900 Sq Ft
$250 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

Beautiful 4 BD/3 BA NV Homes Energy Star Seaport backs to woods, loaded w/ upgrades. Partially Furnished Depending on Strength of Offer. Front walk leads to broad Front Porch & Leaded Glass Front Door. Open to Foyer w/ gleaming wood floors flowing through downstairs Great Room, Breakfast Room, Kitchen & Hallway (except Bedrooms & Laundry). Study at right features W2W carpet & ceiling fan/light. At left, Full Guest Bath w/ upgraded tile floor, vanity (granite counter) & tub shower is flanked by 2 Guest BD w/ W2W carpet, window treatments & ceiling fans. Extended Great Room brightly lit by four windows viewing huge screened porch. A stone NG fireplace w/ hearth & heatilator is the Great Room’s centerpiece, along w/ window treatments, a ceiling fan & free-standing TV. Great Room flows into Kitchen featuring: upgraded black appliances, beautiful, maple-toned cabinetry, upgraded granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, breakfast bar, twin pantries & recessed lighting. Kitchen & Great Room open to the extended Morning Room (w/ ceiling fan) that views the deck and woods. The 1st floor Primary Bedroom is an amazing retreat. There’s a sitting area/study the size of a small bedroom, offset by architectural columns, immediately adjacent to the bedroom itself. There’s also W2W carpet, a tray ceiling w/ceiling fan & twin walk-in closets. The Primary Bedroom views the Deck & woods out back. The Primary Bath boasts upgraded cabinetry, a granite countertop & a large stall shower w/ a built-in bench. Upstairs you’ll find a fourth large Bedroom, full Bath & huge Bonus Room... a great getaway for guests. There’s also a first floor Laundry. Outside the large 3 Season Room, you’ll find a large deck with a hot tub & BBQ Grill. There’s also an Outdoor Shower. There’s a dehumidifier in the Conditioned Crawlspace. There’s also an Irrigation System. Don’t forget that the Garage shelving, tool chest & tools may convey! Bay Forest’s HOA maintains lawn (mowing, fertilization). 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 and green spaces and created a nice sense of micro-communities inside the natural habitat. [Bay Forest Club] has a lovely pool and resort-like amenities and the outside of the (Recreation) Barn is spectacular." So come enjoy our clubhouse with 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 and 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 directly over 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! So if you want to live in a Platinum Award-Winning "Best in American Living" community, join us here in Bay Forest Club!

Listing Agent

Joseph Loughran

(302) 864-3216 joeloughran@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 12/03/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,551

Year Built

  • Built in 2012

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Infill Lot
  • No Through Street
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned MR

HOA Fees

  • $320 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Spray Foam Insulation
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home
  • CPVC or PVC Pipes

Interior Spaces

  • 2,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Partially Furnished
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Heatilator
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Transom Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School
  • Indian River High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Dehumidifier
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 84
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-08.00-781.00

Community Details

Overview

  • $41 Other Monthly Fees
  • $1,000 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Bay Forest Community Association
  • Built by NV Homes
  • Bay Forest Club Subdivision, Seaport Floorplan
  • Property Manager

Recreation

  • Community Pool with Domestic Water
  • Lap or Exercise Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,551

Year Built

Built in 2012

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$320 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 12/3/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Screens, Transom
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Heatilator, Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Study, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Screened Porch
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2900
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2900
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 250.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2900
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Blown-In Insulation, Cpvc/Pvc, Frame, Spray Foam Insulation, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat, Zoned, Dehumidifier
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Under Ground, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 320.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Name: BAY FOREST COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No
  • Community Pool Features: Concrete, Domestic Water, Fenced, Filtered, Gunite, In Ground, Lap/Exercise

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 495.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1000.00

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Level, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Sandy
  • Zoning: MR
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: NV Homes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: Dogs Ok, Cats Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1395.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1551.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-08.00-781.00
  • Tax Lot: 84
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

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Source: Public Records

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
2025 $1,081 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2024 $1,310 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2023 $1,310 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2022 $1,281 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2021 $1,330 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2020 $1,258 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2019 $1,251 $42,700 $6,750 $35,950
2018 $1,266 $42,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,665 $42,700 $0 $0
2016 $1,471 $42,700 $0 $0
2015 $1,516 $42,700 $0 $0
2014 $1,415 $40,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/09/2025 12/09/25 Pending -- -- --
12/03/2025 12/03/25 For Sale $725,000 +86.9% $250 / Sq Ft
03/28/2012 03/28/12 Sold $387,910 0.0% $209 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/02/2011 12/02/11 Pending -- -- --
11/01/2011 11/01/11 For Sale $387,910 -- $209 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $387,910 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $160,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Joseph Loughran

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

(302) 202-0402

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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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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2101274

Bright MLS

APN: 134-08.00-781.00