NOT LISTED FOR SALE

31812 Skimmer Rd Ocean View, DE 19970

Estimated Value: $581,027 - $760,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,875 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2017

Last sale price $473,500 $165 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,323/month

146 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Water Access
  • Lake View
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fitness Center
  • Lake Privileges

About This Home

As of June 2017

Panoramic Water Views in this turn key home and over $100K in upgrades! Popular Bornquist Model. First level Features are ten ft ceilings, office/den, guest bedroom and bath, Enlarged great room with stone, gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen and master bedroom with sitting room , separate vanities, and two person shower. Oak floors. Lovely screened porch, deck and patio. Enlarged great room & DR have bay windows. Second floor has Bonus room/2nd master suite and bath. Tray ceilings in master MBR & B, foyer and dining room. Many spacious closets. A fenced in yard . Mature landscaping. Flowering trees. An irrigation system, alarm system plus a finished garage. Community has 2 pools, a lazy river pool,miles of walking trails,kayak launch, fitness center, 4 tennis courts, basketball, putting greens, bocce ball, horseshoes, volleyball ct, fire pit and friends !

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Cramer

BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC License #RS0012506 Listed on: 02/03/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Leslie Kopp

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RA-0003421

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,708

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x121
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Cleared Lot
  • Zoning described as RESIDENTIAL PLANNED COMM.

HOA Fees

  • $226 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Pond

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Post and Beam
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,875 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-08.00-671.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Bay Forest Club Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,708

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$226 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Post & Beam, Coastal
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Public: Panoramic Water Views in this turn key home and over $100K in upgrades! Popular Bornquist Model. First level Features are ten ft ceilings, office/den, guest bedroom and bath, Enlarged great room with stone, gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen and master bedroom with sitting room , separate vanities, and two person shower. Oak floors. Lovely screened porch, deck and patio. Enlarged great room & DR have bay windows. Second floor has Bonus room/2nd master suite and bath. Tray ceilings in master MBR & B, foyer and dining room. Many spacious closets. A fenced in yard . Mature landscaping. Flowering trees. An irrigation system, alarm system plus a finished garage. Community has 2 pools, a lazy river pool,miles of walking trails,kayak launch, fitness center, 4 tennis courts, basketball, putting greens, bocce ball, horseshoes, volleyball ct, fire pit and friends !
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Living, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
  • Level Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Great Room, Laundry, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2875
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2875
  • Net Sq Ft: 2875.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 170.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2875
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 31812

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Brick, Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Lake, Pond
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 2712.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Beach, Bike Trail, Community Center, Fitness Center, Jog/Walk Path, Tot Lots/Playground, Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool, Putting Green, Tennis Courts, Water/Lake Privileges
  • HOA: Yes
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District Key: 300200396898

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Features: Cleared
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Dimensions: 80X121
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10019.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Zoning Description: RESIDENTIAL PLANNED COMM.

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5126288
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-08.00-671.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Close Date: 06/29/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2017
Closed on
Jun 29, 2017
Sold by
Penello Doris H
Bought by
Buchta Kathryn S and Buchta Robert W
Seller's Agent
Kathy Cramer
BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Kopp
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$519,900
Sold Price
$473,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$46,400
-8.92%
Current Estimated Value
$712,757

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$239,257
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.10%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 7, 2013
Closed on
May 13, 2014
Sold by
Craig B Craig B and Smith Charlotte B
Bought by
Penello Doris H
Seller's Agent
Joanne Young
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Cramer
BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC
List Price
$485,000
Sold Price
$485,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.76%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Buchta Kathryn S $473,500 None Available
Penello Doris H $485,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Penello Doris H $388,000
Previous Owner Smith Craig B $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2017 06/29/17 Sold $473,500 -8.9% $165 / Sq Ft
06/29/2017 06/29/17 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2017 02/03/17 For Sale $519,900 +7.2% $181 / Sq Ft
05/13/2014 05/13/14 Sold $485,000 0.0% --
02/26/2014 02/26/14 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2013 09/07/13 For Sale $485,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2024 $1,708 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2023 $1,710 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2022 $1,683 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2021 $1,635 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2020 $1,553 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2019 $1,563 $40,500 $6,250 $34,250
2018 $1,578 $40,500 $0 $0
2017 $1,606 $40,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,434 $40,500 $0 $0
2015 $1,476 $40,500 $0 $0
2014 $1,455 $40,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kathy Cramer

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Kathy Cramer

    BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC

    (302) 539-2145

    5 in this area

    46 Total Sales

    Kathy Cramer
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  • Leslie Kopp

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Leslie Kopp

    Long & Foster

    (302) 542-3917

    123 in this area

    775 Total Sales

    Leslie Kopp
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  • Joanne Young

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Joanne Young

    Compass

    (302) 381-9291

    11 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Joanne Young
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001024698

Bright MLS

APN: 134-08.00-671.00

Delaware Sussex County Ocean View 19970

31812 Skimmer Rd, Ocean View, DE

This home is located at 31812 Skimmer Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970 since 03 February 2017 and is currently estimated at $712,757, approximately $247 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 31812 Skimmer Rd is a home located in Sussex County with nearby schools including Lord Baltimore Elementary School, Selbyville Middle School, and Indian River High School.

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