Seller's Agent in 2025
Shelby Smith
Long & Foster
(856) 236-0469
59 in this area
126 Total Sales
45 Willow Oak Ave Ocean View, DE 19970
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,939
Sq Ft
$695/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Fitness Center
- Penthouse
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Transportation Service
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of March 2025Welcome to this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom end condo nestled in the desirable community of Bear Trap Dunes. This spacious home features an open and inviting floor plan filled with natural light from the large windows. The well-equipped kitchen offers white cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops with bar seating, giving it a modern feel. The dining area sits right next to the kitchen and is open to the large great room, complete with built in speakers, making it the perfect space for entertaining. A perfect reading nook is just off of the great room providing a great space to enjoy all of those beach reads! The main level boasts a primary bedroom with both a walk in shower and a soaking tub in the en-suite bathroom, along with an additional bedroom and another full bath for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find a loft which acts as the third bedroom with its own closet and full bathroom, offering privacy and flexibility for friends or family members. With luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, it is a breeze to keep the space clean! Relax with a cup of coffee on your screened porch, soak up the sun on the open deck, or curl up by the fireplace on cooler nights. Located just minutes from Bethany Beach, this home offers access to resort-style amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis courts, a championship golf course, and an onsite restaurant. Want to go to the beach but don't feel like driving? Just jump on the community beach shuttle and leave the parking headaches behind! Enjoy worry free living in Bear Trap as internet, cable TV, lawn care, exterior maintenance, insurance, snow removal and more are included in your dues. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, explore local shops and restaurants, or enjoy the community's amenities, this property delivers the perfect balance of coastal charm and modern convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to own this stunning home—schedule your tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(856) 236-0469 Shelby@SeasideSeven.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0024052 Listed on: 02/14/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 245-0741 lindaatthebeach@aol.com BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC License #RS-0014293
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,195
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
Parking
- Parking Lot
Home Design
- Penthouse
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 1,939 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Furnished
- Sound System
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Insulated Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Screened Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Property is used as a vacation rental
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-16.00-1316.00-45B
Community Details
Overview
- $1,400 Capital Contribution Fee
- Association fees include cable TV, common area maintenance, sauna, exterior building maintenance, high speed internet, insurance, lawn maintenance, recreation facility, snow removal, management, pool(s), reserve funds, trash
- Low-Rise Condominium
- Village At Bear Trap Community
- Bear Trap Subdivision
Amenities
- Transportation Service
- Common Area
- Sauna
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Golf Course Membership Available
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Volleyball Courts
- Shuffleboard Court
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Lap or Exercise Community Pool
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2024
Sold by
Smith Richard D
Bought by
Baker Jennifer M
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2023
Sold by
Chris A Smith A and Chris Sonia M
Bought by
Smith Richard D and Baker Jennifer M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 19, 2011
Bought by
Smith Chris A and Smith Sonia M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $80,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $70,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | Sold | $455,000 | -3.2% | $235 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $470,000 | +77.4% | $242 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2019 05/15/19 | Sold | $265,000 | -3.6% | $174 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/01/2019 02/01/19 | For Sale | $275,000 | +19.6% | $180 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/01/2017 12/01/17 | Sold | $230,000 | -4.1% | $119 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/01/2017 11/01/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/17/2017 08/17/17 | Price Changed | $239,900 | -9.5% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/10/2017 03/10/17 | For Sale | $265,000 | -- | $137 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $823 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2024 | $1,099 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2023 | $1,097 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2022 | $1,079 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2021 | $1,047 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2020 | $999 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2019 | $994 | $24,950 | $0 | $24,950 |
| 2018 | $1,004 | $26,550 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,012 | $26,550 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $892 | $26,550 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $919 | $26,550 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $906 | $26,550 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shelby Smith
-
LINDA MUELLER
Buyer's Agent in 2025
LINDA MUELLER
BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC
(302) 245-0741
19 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
M. SUSIE BOND
M
Buyer's Agent in 2019
M. SUSIE BOND
OCEAN ATLANTIC SOTHEBYS
(302) 542-8667
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
-
JEFFREY BOND
J
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019
JEFFREY BOND
OCEAN ATLANTIC SOTHEBYS
(302) 236-3294
2 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2017
MARC GRIMES
Keller Williams Realty
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU2077664
APN: 134-16.00-1316.00-45E
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