$1,600,000
SOLD MAR 13, 2025

38138 River St Ocean View, DE 19970

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,400 Sq Ft
2014 Built

Recently Sold

$471 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • Boat Ramp
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of March 2025

Stunning canal front home on Whites Creek. This beautifully decorated home is absolutely perfect for you and your family to create lasting memories. This is Coastal Living at its finest!
This 4 bedroom; 4 1⁄2 bathroom home with 3 levels lends itself to relaxation and enjoyment. Beautifully appointed living quarters with water views from nearly every vantage point.
An exquisite foyer greets your guests upon arrival; heading downstairs to a large entertainment area that boasts a custom bar with plenty of room for entertaining, or even a pool table. The new Pella Sliding doors provide ease of access to the large deck and dock for even more entertainment possibilities. The dock has Kayak storage and mooring whips, as well as lighting.
The inverted floorplan allows for dining and entertaining on the third floor; the views are simply amazing, front and back. The gourmet kitchen, beautifully appointed living area and adjacent dining all lend themselves to relaxation and comfort.
This home features a total of 5 decks to enjoy the views, has an elevator, new custom window treatments on the lower level, Hunter Douglas window treatments and Plantation Shudders, new bedroom carpeting installed in 2022, with hardwood and tile everywhere else. Outside LED deck and dock lighting, WIFI thermostats, wood cathedral ceiling with a large, distinctive fan, is a MUST SEE. Custom wall unit, outside shower, upgraded alarm system and so much more!
The community offers a clubhouse and pool; walking distance to restaurants and groceries, golf and walking/biking paths. This is your DREAM Home and it’s a must SEE. Call Now to Preview!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JANE BAXTER

(302) 245-8831 janesellsde@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Listed on: 01/13/2025

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Ruihua Zeka

(302) 212-9161 ruihua302@yahoo.com Realty Mark Associates License #RSR006013

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • Home fronts a canal
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • North Facing Home
  • Year Round Access
  • Landscaped
  • No Through Street
  • Premium Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Tidal Wetland on Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned 999

HOA Fees

  • $367 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Scenic Vista
  • Canal
  • Creek or Stream

Home Design

  • Carriage House
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Bump-Outs
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Piling Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 3,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 4 Levels
  • 1 Elevator
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Chair Railings
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Wood Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Windows
  • Casement Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Atrium Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Area
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Range
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wine Rack
  • Instant Hot Water

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary bedroom faces the bay
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System
  • Flood Lights

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Lowered Light Switches
  • Garage doors are at least 85 inches wide
  • Doors with lever handles
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Bulkhead
  • Multiple Balconies
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Air Filtration System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-13.00-1175.00-13

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include all ground fee, common area maintenance, pier/dock maintenance, pool(s), road maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • Built by Schell Brothers
  • Sunset Harbour Subdivision
  • Property Manager
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Dock
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$367 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Carriage House, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Accessibility Features: >84" Garage Door, 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Switches/Outlets, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Elevator, Level Entry - Main
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Partially Carpeted, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Air Filter System, Attic, Bar, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Elevator, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Casement, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Sliding
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated, Sliding Glass, Atrium
  • Elevators Count: 1
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Plaster Walls, Vaulted Ceilings, Wood Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Pilings
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3400
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3400
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 485.29
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding, Combination, Mixed Plumbing, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Bump-Outs, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Gutter System, Outside Shower, Sidewalks
  • Road Surface Type: Access - Above Grade, Approved, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Canal, Panoramic, Water, Scenic Vista, Creek/Stream
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Paved Driveway, Private
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless, Instant Hot Water
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Exterior Cameras, Main Entrance Lock, Monitored, Security System, Smoke Detector, Sprinkler System - Indoor, Surveillance Sys
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Phone Available, Propane
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1100.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Boat Dock/Slip, Boat Ramp, Club House, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: All Ground Fee, Common Area Maintenance, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Open, Tidal Wetland, Year Round Access, Flood Plain, Bulkheaded, Adjoins - Public Land, Cleared, Premium
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Roof
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: 999
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Schell Brothers

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-13.00-1175.00-13

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Sold $1,600,000 -3.0% $471 / Sq Ft
01/13/2025 01/13/25 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $485 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • JANE BAXTER

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    JANE BAXTER

    Keller Williams Realty

    (302) 245-8831

    11 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    JANE BAXTER
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  • Ruihua Zeka

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Ruihua Zeka

    Realty Mark Associates

    (302) 212-9161

    5 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Ruihua Zeka
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2076942

Bright MLS
Delaware Sussex County Ocean View 19970

38138 River St, Ocean View, DE

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