$350,000
SOLD MAY 4, 2026

31461 Hope St Ocean View, DE 19970

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
0.25 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 4, 2026

$284 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Kopp

(302) 539-9040 leslie@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 3025399040 License #RA-0003421 Listed on: 01/06/2026

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listed By

Kiki Hargrove

(302) 539-9040 kiki@lesliekopp.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 3025399040 License #RS-0020565

Last Buyer's Agent

Meme ELLIS

(302) 360-0300 steve@srarealty.com Keller Williams Realty License #RS-0024084

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $613

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 10,890 Sq Ft 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

0.25 Acres

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: None
  • 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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2026
Closed on
May 4, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Meme ELLIS
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Views
72

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.99%
Original Mortgage
$262,500
Outstanding Balance
$262,500
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$88,086

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2024
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 1989
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $350,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $262,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/04/2026 05/04/26 Sold $350,000 0.0% $284 / Sq Ft
01/06/2026 01/06/26 For Sale $350,000 -- $284 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2101946

Bright MLS

APN: 134-12.00-259.00

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