17 Central Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970
OFF MARKET

17 Central Ave
Ocean View, DE 19970

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,500 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$627,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 27, 2026

$627,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 27, 2026
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,500 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

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Description

Featured on the Beach and Bay Cottage Tour, this Captain West House dates from 1873. This Victorian home was mostly renovated in 2006 with over $800,000 in improvements including a master suite, gourmet kitchen, Victorian wallpaper, a conservatory from England, garden shed and beautiful gardens in a large fenced private yard. Located in the heart of Ocean View just steps to John West Park. The property is approved with conditions for a Bed & Breakfast. Truly an impressive home.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

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Patio
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HOA
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Home Details for 17 Central Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: OtherFoundation Type: MasonryPatio

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1873
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price History for 17 Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/13/2018$749,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/06/2017$749,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/14/2017$829,900PriceChange
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08/23/2016$869,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/03/2003$375,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$616
Assessment$470,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 17 Central Ave

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
231 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.16
Single-Family Home
$915,000
07/28/25
4
3.5
3,000
236 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.19
Single-Family Home
$875,000
04/27/26
4
2.5
2,290
263 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.22
Single-Family Home
$755,000
04/24/26
5
2.5
3,000
232 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.19
Single-Family Home
$874,000
12/12/25
3
2.5
2,350
203 Oyster Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.32
Single-Family Home
$785,000
09/22/25
4
2.5
2,800
305 Walkabout Rd, Bethany Beach, DE
0.38
Single-Family Home
$885,000
09/12/25
4
3.5
3,287
14 Elliott Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/13/25
4
3
3,455
17 Elliott Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.30
Single-Family Home
$580,000
07/03/25
3
2.5
2,596
110 Soft Shell Cv, Bethany Beach, DE
0.26
Single-Family Home
$785,000
05/30/25
3
2.5
1,989
18 Hudson Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.44
Single-Family Home
$549,900
05/22/26
3
2.5
2,020

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What Locals Say about Ocean View

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Tomjkane3
    "Great communities near the beach. Lots of senior citizens. Some decent schools. Winters can be quite cold. "
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  • Tomjkane3
    "Anything that occurs in Bethany Beach, OC or Rehobeth. Schellville at Christmas time. Freeman concerts. "
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  • Toni Marcantoni Mitchell
    "Love our commitment because it’s small. We are surrounded by woods and have three ponds, pool, and located three miles from the beach in Bethany"
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy drive to the beach or inland. Close grocery stores and tons of places to eat out. Boat access is available as well. "
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  • Debbie G.
    "Very friendly neighborhood close to beach town and lots of restaurants-lots to do year round - little to no public transportation neighborhoods have transportation to beach areas Something for everyone "
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  • Grammy
    "Neighbors are out walking their dogs daily and we have very little trouble with droppings being left behind. All neighbors are polite and kind."
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  • Tgsliwinski
    "I enjoy the summertime concerts, proximity to ocean and parks, pool access, dog friendly, moderate weather "
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  • Dazygirl5
    "dogs are welcomed but there are no dog waste bag stations and people do not always pick up after their pets."
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  • Mjhines
    "My commute is very easy and is 2.5 miles. It takes much longer in summer but is never longer then 15 minutes. "
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  • Fafitz13
    "Started in the 60’s long before subdivisions and sewers came in. Sadly the mobile homes have gone they way of chicken houses. Now there are 2-3 story town houses replacing them. Can’t beat the privacy and view. Happy to have lived here for over 50 years before the great influx!"
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  • Leahfedder22
    "I lived here for 10 years love the area and all the daily shopping needs are close plus great neighbors and lots of kids for my kids to play with close to Rehoboth any of good not find a more central place to live at the beach which is 2.5 miles away."
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  • michellecorrozi
    "We have a great location, close to everything we need and just far enough from the hustle and bustle of beach towns."
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  • Ann B.
    "Check out Delaware, no sales tax, low low property taxes. Family oriented boardwalk and activities, clean beautiful beaches. "
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  • Ewagman
    "We looked all around the DE beach area for a nice conventional home in a marina community, important for our boat useage. We wanted something upscale, quiet, and close to the amenities, without any significant crime worries. We found all that in Whites Creek Manor, and were fortunate to find an available house. We have a boat slip with a lift a very short walk away, with an easy run up the creek into Indian River Bay. We can easily ride our bike to the beach, which eliminates beach parking issues. The supermarkets are very close. The community pool is well run. The population is mostly "life experienced", few kids that are not grandkids, but that is fine for us, our youngest finished college a year ago. They can enjoy nearby Dewey or OC's night life when they visit. Taxes are incredibly low compared to where we lived previously. Utilities are a bit more, but the low taxes more than offset that. We love walking around the neighborhood, everyone is friendly, and takes good care of their homes. If you are this type of person, you would love it here. "
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  • Srosner8
    "Great for families, golfers, tennis players, beach lovers. "
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17 Central Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,500 sqft single-family home built in 1873. This property is not currently available for sale. 17 Central Ave was last sold on Dec 3, 2003 for $375,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 17 Central Ave is $627,000.