$799,900
$25K PRICE DROP

36 Willow Oak Ave Ocean View, DE 19970

Estimated payment $4,778/month

Total Views 4,418
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,598 Sq Ft
$308 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Transportation Service
  • Golf Course View
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

Immaculate and beautifully maintained, this charming 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers panoramic golf course views, double front porches, and exceptional indoor and outdoor living in the sought after community of Bear Trap. From the moment you arrive, the stunning exterior and welcoming porches set the tone for the charm and character found throughout the home. Inside, you’ll find a bright, open floor plan with lovely architectural details including arches and columns, and a dramatic two-story great room with fireplace overlooking the golf course. The home offers a living room, dining room, breakfast room, and a huge screened porch...perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious first floor primary suite features engineered hardwood floors, double closets designed by California Closets, and a large bath with separate vanities, oversized jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and linen closet. Upstairs, a loft area provides additional living space, along with two bedrooms connected by a shared bath. Both with access to the front porch. An additional cozy bedroom offers the perfect space for guests, a home office, or den. This home has been exceptionally well cared for with major updates already completed, including a new roof (2022), two natural gas HVAC systems (2023), and gas hot water heater (2021). Additional features include an encapsulated crawlspace, built-in cabinetry, laundry room with sink and cabinets, attic storage, outdoor shower with dressing area, stone paver patio/walkway, irrigation system, alarm system, maintenance-free front porch, gas line for grilling, and a 2 car garage. Located just a short stroll to the community amenities, Bear Trap is a one-of-a-kind community offering 27 holes of championship golf, an on-site restaurant, beach shuttle to Bethany, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and more. The low HOA fee for single family homes includes cable TV, internet, trash and recycling, and use of amenities (golf is separate). Conveniently located just 3 miles to the beach. This is the kind of home everyone hopes to find...pristine, lovingly maintained, and ready for its next owner.

Listing Agent

SARAH FRENCH

(302) 539-9040 Sarah@BethanyRealEstate.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 3025399040 Listed on: 04/01/2026

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,048

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 62.00 x 125.00
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned TN

HOA Fees

  • $283 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,598 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Partially Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Screened Porch
  • Golf Course Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic Fan
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Multiple Balconies
  • Screened Patio

Schools

  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School
  • Selbyville Middle School
  • Indian River High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 84
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-16.00-1248.00

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,400 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include cable TV, common area maintenance, high speed internet, management, reserve funds, trash
  • Built by Carl M. Freeman
  • Bear Trap Subdivision, Heirloom Floorplan
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Transportation Service
  • Sauna
  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Golf Course Membership Available
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,048

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

7,841 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$283 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Traditional
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Sold unfurnished except for list of included furniture under inclusions. Additionally, the curtains in the upstairs bedrooms are excluded.
  • Inclusions: Screened porch furniture, breakfast table/chairs, 2nd floor blue bedroom furniture, loft furniture, furniture in den/bedroom (excluding desk & chair)
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2598
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2598
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 307.89
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2598
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Hardiplank Type, Stick Built
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Golf Course
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Under Ground
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 283.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf Course Membership Available, Jog/Walk Path, Pickleball Courts, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Sauna, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Transportation Service, Hot Tub
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Cable Tv, Common Area Maintenance, High Speed Internet, Management, Reserve Funds, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1400.00

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER
  • Middle Or Junior School: SELBYVILLE

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 62.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7841.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Balconies- Multiple
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Carl M. Freeman

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1339.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3048.45
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-16.00-1248.00
  • 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 $1,513 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2024 $2,068 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2023 $2,066 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2022 $2,033 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2021 $1,973 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2020 $1,884 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2019 $1,875 $49,400 $6,450 $42,950
2018 $1,893 $49,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,909 $49,400 $0 $0
2016 $1,685 $49,400 $0 $0
2015 $1,236 $49,400 $0 $0
2014 $1,210 $49,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Price Changed $799,900 -3.0% $308 / Sq Ft
04/01/2026 04/01/26 For Sale $825,000 -- $318 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $375,900 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2108522

Bright MLS

APN: 134-16.00-1248.00

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