36 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970
FOR SALE

36 Willow Oak Ave
Ocean View, DE 19970

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,598 sqft

$749,900

Original price: $799,900
Est. Mortgage $4,281/mo*

$749,900

Original price: $799,900
Est. Mortgage $4,281/mo*
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,598 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Immaculate and beautifully maintained, this charming 3 bedroom, den (4th bdrom/office), 2.5 bath home offers panoramic golf course views, double front porches, and exceptional indoor and outdoor living in the sought after community of Bear Trap. From the moment you arrive, the stunning exterior and welcoming porches set the tone for the charm and character found throughout the home. Inside, you’ll find a bright, open floor plan with lovely architectural details including arches and columns, and a dramatic two-story great room with fireplace overlooking the golf course. Additionally the first floor offers a living room, dining room, breakfast room, powder room, and a huge screened porch...perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious first floor primary suite features engineered hardwood floors, double closets designed by California Closets, and a large bath with separate vanities, oversized jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and linen closet. Upstairs, a loft area provides additional living space, along with two bedrooms connected by a shared bath. Both with access to the front porch. An additional den offers the perfect space for guests, a home office, or bedroom. This home has been exceptionally well cared for with major updates already completed, including a new roof (2022), two natural gas HVAC systems (2023), and gas hot water heater (2021). Additional features include an encapsulated crawlspace, built-in cabinetry, laundry room with sink and cabinets, attic storage, outdoor shower with dressing area, stone paver patio/walkway, irrigation system, alarm system, maintenance-free front porch, gas line for grilling, and a 2 car garage. Located just a short stroll to the community amenities, Bear Trap is a one-of-a-kind community offering 27 holes of championship golf, an on-site restaurant, beach shuttle to Bethany, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and more. The low HOA fee for single family homes includes cable TV, internet, trash and recycling, and use of amenities (golf is separate). Conveniently located just 3 miles to the beach. This is the kind of home everyone hopes to find...pristine, lovingly maintained, and ready for its next owner.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$283/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$289
Listed
62 days ago

Home Details for 36 Willow Oak Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Attic, Breakfast Room, Den, Dining Room, Great Room, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Screened Porch
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2598 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Underground UtilitiesAppliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Zoned,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Zoned,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas/PropaneSpa: BathHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Golf Course
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, Screened, Screened PorchOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Outdoor Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, BalconyFoundation: Crawl SpaceNo 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
Pool
Pool: Community
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2598 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 62

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2001
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Detached
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Stick BuiltNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Sold Unfurnished Except For List Of Included Furniture Under Inclusions. Additionally, The Curtains In The Upstairs Bedrooms Are Excluded.Included in Sale: Screened Porch Furniture, Breakfast Table / Chairs, 2nd Floor Blue Bedroom Furniture, Loft Furniture, Furniture In Den / Bedroom (excluding Desk & Chair)Parcel Number: 13416.001248.00

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,900Price Per Sqft: $289
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DESU2108522

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: HeirloomBuilder Name: Carl M. Freeman
Building Area
Building Area: 2598 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Maintenance, Internet, Management, Reserve Funds, TrashHas an HOAHOA Fee: $283/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7841 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DESU2108522Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2598

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Basketball Court,Community Center,Fitness Center,Golf Course Membership Available,Jogging Path,Indoor Pool,Pool,Sauna,Tennis Court(s),Tot Lots/Playground,Transportation Service,Spa/Hot TubSource Internet Entire Listing Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of SARAH FRENCH, (410) 430-5421
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., (302) 539-9040
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DESU2108522

Price History for 36 Willow Oak Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/28/2026$749,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #DESU2108522
05/01/2026$799,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #DESU2108522
04/01/2026$825,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DESU2108522
06/25/2001$375,874Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,513
Assessment$696,600
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Tomjkane3
    "Great communities near the beach. Lots of senior citizens. Some decent schools. Winters can be quite cold. "
  • Tomjkane3
    "Anything that occurs in Bethany Beach, OC or Rehobeth. Schellville at Christmas time. Freeman concerts. "
  • 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"
  • 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. "
  • 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 "
  • 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."
  • Tgsliwinski
    "I enjoy the summertime concerts, proximity to ocean and parks, pool access, dog friendly, moderate weather "
  • Dazygirl5
    "dogs are welcomed but there are no dog waste bag stations and people do not always pick up after their pets."
  • Mjhines
    "My commute is very easy and is 2.5 miles. It takes much longer in summer but is never longer then 15 minutes. "
  • 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!"
  • 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."
  • michellecorrozi
    "We have a great location, close to everything we need and just far enough from the hustle and bustle of beach towns."
  • Ann B.
    "Check out Delaware, no sales tax, low low property taxes. Family oriented boardwalk and activities, clean beautiful beaches. "
  • 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. "
  • Srosner8
    "Great for families, golfers, tennis players, beach lovers. "

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SARAH FRENCH, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., (302) 539-9040
Agent Phone: (410) 430-5421
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36 Willow Oak Ave, Ocean View, DE 19970 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,598 sqft single-family home built in 2001. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Apr 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DESU2108522.