178 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970
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OFF MARKET

178 Willow Oak Ave
Ocean View, DE 19970

  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,800 sqft

$812,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026

$812,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,800 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Stunning and spacious 5 BR home just 3 miles to the beach offering 2 first floor en-suite bedrooms! This home is perfect for large gatherings with an open floor plan featuring an impressive great room with soaring ceilings, natural gas fireplace, and opening to an oversized screened porch that overlooks the golf course. The adjoining dining area is flanked by beautiful archways and columns and the spacious kitchen is surrounded by cherry cabinets, granite countertops, and a large center island with seating. A custom freshly painted neutral color pallet compliments the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. The primary bedroom is generously sized and offers 2 walk in closets, dual vanity sinks, large soaking tub and separate shower. Also on the main level is an additional en-suite bedroom, powder room, and laundry room with access to the 2 car garage. The second floor features a relaxing reading loft, and 3 additional spacious bedrooms and a shared bathroom with dual sinks. Additional conveniences this home offers include a new 50 year shingle roof in 2024, 75 gallon natural gas water heater in 2023, both HVAC units replaced in 2020 with Wi-Fi enabled thermostats, encapsulated crawl space with dehumidifier, in-ground sprinkler system and 240 volt/50 amp garage outlet for electric vehicle charging, and an outside shower with changing area. Also included with sale is an Eero Mesh WiFi system with four extenders for whole house and porch coverage. Additionally, A SONOS sound system will fill the house with your choice of music which can be different in every room. This meticulously maintained home is offered fully furnished, and while not currently a rental, would make an excellent investment property. Situated on the golf course in the highly sought after community of Bear Trap Dunes offering 27 holes of championship golf, clubhouse with dining, indoor and out lap pools, tennis, seasonal beach transport to Bethany, and so much more!
178 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,800 sqft single-family home built in 2005. It last sold for $820,000 on Apr 2, 2025 (1% below the $829,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $812,600, with a rent estimate of $2,808/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$282/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 178 Willow Oak Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Glass Doors, Mantel(s)Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, Vinyl Clad, Window TreatmentsDoor: Insulated, Sliding GlassFlooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Golf Course, Trees/Woods, Street
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Porch, ScreenedOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Street Lights, BalconyFoundation: Crawl Space, Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener,Inside Entrance,Attached,Driveway,On Street
Pool
Pool: Community
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2800 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Coastal
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Frame, HardiPlank Type, Stick BuiltNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 13416.001841.00

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $829,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 02 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: OCEAN VIEWCommunity: Bear Trap
School Information
Elementary School District: Indian RiverJr High / Middle School District: Indian RiverHigh School District: Indian River

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2800 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: PoolNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Cable TV, Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, TrashHas an HOAHOA Fee: $282/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9148 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DESU2079742Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2800

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Bar/Lounge,Basketball Court,Clubhouse,Cable TV,Community Center,Dining Rooms,Fitness Center,Golf Club,Golf Course,Golf Course Membership Available,Spa/Hot Tub,Jogging Path,Party Room,Indoor Pool,Pool,Putting Green,Tennis Court(s),Volleyball Courts,Sauna,Tot Lots/Playground
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by LESLIE KOPP, (302) 541-5207
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Co-Listing Agent: Christi Arndt, (302) 245-5223
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with: Justin Voorheis, (302) 332-2360, BETHANY AREA REALTY LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DESU2079742

Price History for 178 Willow Oak Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/02/2025$820,000Sold
Bright MLS #DESU2079742
03/08/2025$829,000PendingBright MLS #DESU2079742
03/03/2025$829,000ContingentBright MLS #DESU2079742
02/28/2025$829,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DESU2079742
03/18/2022$800,000Sold
Bright MLS #DESU2015758
02/15/2022$765,000PendingBright MLS #DESU2015758
02/11/2022$765,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DESU2015758

Market trends in Ocean View

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$468K
$23.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$258
$0MoM
Available listings
148
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,589
Assessment$741,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 178 Willow Oak Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
145 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.19
Single-Family Home
$807,500
07/30/25
5
4
2,881
197 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.09
Single-Family Home
$740,000
08/25/25
5
3.5
2,250
106 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.43
Single-Family Home
$799,000
04/03/26
5
3.5
2,250
37599 Bluemont Ct, Frankford, DE
0.32
Single-Family Home
$549,220
03/02/26
4
2.5
2,653
171 October Glory Ave, Ocean View, DE
0.50
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/25/25
4
3.5
2,655
37599 Bluemont Turn, Frankford, DE
0.43
Single-Family Home
$549,220
03/02/26
4
2.5
2,653
33261 Paradisio Grns, Ocean View, DE
0.48
Single-Family Home
$835,000
11/07/25
4
3.5
3,558
33707 Ashland Dr, Frankford, DE
0.18
Single-Family Home
$515,000
11/03/25
3
2
2,058
37264 Brenda Ln, Frankford, DE
0.36
Single-Family Home
$675,000
08/29/25
4
3.5
4,000

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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 there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 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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    "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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