$350,000
UNDER CONTRACT

31461 Hope St Ocean View, DE 19970

Estimated payment $1,894/month

Total Views 2,039
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
$284 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Boat Ramp
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

Opportunity awaits with this 3-bedroom, 2-bath rancher located just 5 miles from the sand and surf of Bethany Beach. Situated in the waterfront community of Banks Harbor Retreat, this home offers the convenience of one-level living and an open floor plan that combines the living room, kitchen, and dining area. A large wraparound screened porch provides additional space for relaxing or entertaining. Set on a spacious lot with ample room for expansion or a complete rebuild, this property is ideal for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create their own coastal retreat. Enjoy a short walk to the community marina, with options to rent or purchase a boat slip or access the boat ramp for a small annual fee. Just a short boat ride to the Indian River Inlet.

Listing Agent

Leslie Kopp

(302) 542-3917 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 01/06/2026

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listing Agent

Kiki Hargrove

(302) 569-2959 kiki@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0020565

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $613

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 109.00 x 101.00
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned MR

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Flood Risk

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 84
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-12.00-259.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Banks Harbor Retreat Subdivision

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Marina

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$613

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Entry Level Bedroom, Primary Bath(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1232
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1232
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 284.09
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1232
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 300.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Boat Ramp, Marina/Marina Club
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 109.00 x 101.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Wrap Around, Porch(es), Screened
  • Zoning: MR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 552.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 613.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-12.00-259.00
  • Tax Lot: 84
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

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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 $697 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2024 $762 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2023 $802 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2022 $788 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2021 $786 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2020 $809 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2019 $808 $15,000 $3,750 $11,250
2018 $793 $15,000 $0 $0
2017 $575 $15,000 $0 $0
2016 $570 $15,000 $0 $0
2015 $571 $15,000 $0 $0
2014 $570 $15,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/06/2026 01/06/26 For Sale $350,000 -- $284 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2101946

Bright MLS

APN: 134-12.00-259.00