NOT LISTED FOR SALE

37489 Seaside Dr Ocean View, DE 19970

Estimated Value: $436,000 - $1,132,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,912 Sq Ft
$225/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 09, 2024

Last sale price $1,125,000 $288 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,211/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Bay View
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Gourmet Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2024

This home offers the relaxation you need. Come and see for yourself! From inside or outside the home you will not believe your eyes of the magnificent view. This property blends serene waterfront living with views across your backyard over White Creek to Indian River Bay you will also see the bridge light blue at night. The firepit is situated on the patio pavers for the tranquil evenings to share with family and friends. It is situated next to the composite deck for relaxing with stairway lighting to guide you safely to the landscaped yard. The yard has irrigation and is enhanced with lighting around the property. The built-in gas grill provides the convenience just off the large screen porch for outside meals. This home boasts five bedrooms with four and a half bathrooms that provide privacy for family or guests. Step inside to a welcoming, spacious two-story foyer and elegant staircase. Set up on the right is an office or game room. On your left is the formal dining room that is being utilized as a pool table room. The butler pantry is situated between there and the kitchen. The heart of the home is the well-appointed kitchen featuring a large snack bar with double-wall ovens next to the breakfast area where you can enjoy the fabulous views through the sunroom windows. Perfect for hosting large gatherings and meal preparation the two-story living room is adjacent to the kitchen, breakfast, and sunroom. A separate laundry/mud room with a utility sink just off the two-car garage. Convenient to the kitchen is a large pantry under the second set of stairs leading from the kitchen. Views of White Creek can be enjoyed from the primary first-floor bedroom with a separate walk-in closet that leads to the ensuite. Guest may relax in the upstairs family room just off the second staircase. Designed for children is a bedroom situated with several twin beds. The Jack-N-Jill bathroom is between the upstairs family room and the third bedroom. At the rear of the home is bedroom four with an ensuite, and it's own private deck with a fabulous water view. At the end of the open hallway is another large guest room with an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. For guests’ convenience a powder room on the first floor. Sellers are including the four kayaks that are hung in the garage. The home is conveniently located between the community pool, the boardwalk to the gazebo, and the floating docks with a ramp for launching the kayaks. The furniture is negotiable outside of the home sale. White Creek at Bethany is located just 4.6 miles from Bethany Beach which is approximately a 12-minute drive. Don’t miss out on this lifestyle you have only dreamed of.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeffrey Fowler-Gray

(302) 249-6133 jeffrey@jeffreyfowler.com Keller Williams Realty License #RS-0015216 Listed on: 04/05/2024

Keller Williams Realty

Co-Listed By

Cindy Sakowski

(302) 745-2053 csakowski24@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty License #RS-0018857

Last Buyer's Agent

Chrisy Tingle

(302) 377-4159 chrisyrey@aol.com Keller Williams Realty License #RS-0023952

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,881

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98.00 x 176.00
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • West Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Premium Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Tidal Wetland on Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned MR

HOA Fees

  • $324 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Creek or Stream

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bump-Outs
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,912 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Dual Staircase
  • Sound System
  • Chair Railings
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room on Second Floor
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Utility Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

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

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Property near a bay
  • No Personal Watercraft
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School
  • Selbyville Middle School
  • Sussex Central High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
  • Metered Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 27
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-08.00-565.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, pier/dock maintenance, recreation facility, pool(s), snow removal, trash
  • Legum & Norman HOA
  • White Creek At Bethany Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Recreation

  • 4 Community Docks
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,881

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$324 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All Appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-04-05
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: This home offers the relaxation you need. Come and see for yourself! From inside or outside the home you will not believe your eyes of the magnificent view. This property blends serene waterfront living with views across your backyard over White Creek to Indian River Bay you will also see the bridge light blue at night. The firepit is situated on the patio pavers for the tranquil evenings to share with family and friends. It is situated next to the composite deck for relaxing with stairway lighting to guide you safely to the landscaped yard. The yard has irrigation and is enhanced with lighting around the property. The built-in gas grill provides the convenience just off the large screen porch for outside meals. This home boasts five bedrooms with four and a half bathrooms that provide privacy for family or guests. Step inside to a welcoming, spacious two-story foyer and elegant staircase. Set up on the right is an office or game room. On your left is the formal dining room that is being utilized as a pool table room. The butler pantry is situated between there and the kitchen. The heart of the home is the well-appointed kitchen featuring a large snack bar with double-wall ovens next to the breakfast area where you can enjoy the fabulous views through the sunroom windows. Perfect for hosting large gatherings and meal preparation the two-story living room is adjacent to the kitchen, breakfast, and sunroom. A separate laundry/mud room with a utility sink just off the two-car garage. Convenient to the kitchen is a large pantry under the second set of stairs leading from the kitchen. Views of White Creek can be enjoyed from the primary first-floor bedroom with a separate walk-in closet that leads to the ensuite. Guest may relax in the upstairs family room just off the second staircase. Designed for children is a bedroom situated with several twin beds. The Jack-N-Jill bathroom is between the upstairs family room and the third bedroom. At the rear of the home is bedroom four with an ensuite, and it's own private deck with a fabulous water view. At the end of the open hallway is another large guest room with an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. For guests’ convenience a powder room on the first floor. Sellers are including the four kayaks that are hung in the garage. The home is conveniently located between the community pool, the boardwalk to the gazebo, and the floating docks with a ramp for launching the kayaks. The furniture is negotiable outside of the home sale. White Creek at Bethany is located just 4.6 miles from Bethany Beach which is approximately a 12-minute drive. Don’t miss out on this lifestyle you have only dreamed of.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Soaking Tub, Sprinkler System, Store/Office, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Whirlpool/Hottub, Double/Dual Staircase, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sound System
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, 2nd Stry Fam Rm, Sun/Florida Room, Office, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Screened Porch
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3912
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3912
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 306.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3912
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 37489

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Bump-Outs, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Extensive Hardscape, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Metal
  • Spa: No
  • View: Bay, Creek/Stream, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Water Access Features: Canoe/Kayak, No Personal Watercraft (PWC)
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: White Creek - Indian River Bay
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Metered
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned, Heat Pump - Electric Backup, Heat Pump - Gas Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Instant Hot Water, Propane
  • Security: Monitored, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Private/Community Water
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 324.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Recreation Facility, Pool(s), Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA Name: LEGUM & NORMAN
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No
  • Community Pool Features: In Ground

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • Middle School: SELBYVILLE
  • High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200396898
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE
  • High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL
  • Middle Or Junior School: SELBYVILLE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Features: Flood Plain, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Premium, Stream/Creek, Tidal Wetland
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 98.00 x 176.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14810.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened, Enclosed, Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: MR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2571.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2881.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-08.00-565.00
  • Tax Lot: 27
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 05/09/2024

Multi Family

  • Federal Flood Zone: AE

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2024
Closed on
May 5, 2024
Sold by
Berman David A and Berman Deborah L
Bought by
Walsh Christopher G and Walsh Allison J
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Fowler-Gray
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chrisy Tingle
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.25%
Views
65
Current Estimated Value
$881,667

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$243,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.98%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Outstanding Balance
$443,618
Interest Rate
6.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$438,049
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Walsh Christopher G $1,125,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Walsh Christopher G $450,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/09/2024 05/09/24 Sold $1,125,000 -6.3% $288 / Sq Ft
04/05/2024 04/05/24 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $307 / Sq Ft
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
2025 $2,538 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2024 $2,925 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2023 $2,926 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2022 $2,837 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2021 $2,755 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2020 $2,641 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2019 $2,630 $68,700 $13,500 $55,200
2018 $2,655 $68,700 $0 $0
2017 $2,695 $68,700 $0 $0
2016 $2,384 $68,700 $0 $0
2015 $2,455 $68,700 $0 $0
2014 $2,419 $68,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2058866

Bright MLS

APN: 134-08.00-565.00