30974 Scissorbill Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
What's special
PLEASE NOTE: The newly-added 30974 Scissorbill Road MRA Boundary Survey establishes the property's M B R L or MINIMUM BUILDING RESTRICTION LINE. This identifies setbacks, providing insights into the property envelope available for Buyers to install deck, patio, three season or four season room options with Bay Forest Design Review Committee Approval. Welcome to a beautiful 4 or 5 BD, 3.5 BA (Bonus Room could be 5th BD), oversized 2-Car Garage, NV Homes Falconcrest Model, loaded w/ upgrades, backing to woods. Partial Stone Front Elevation. Covered front stoop opens to gleaming wood floors downstairs. The Foyer opens to a Study at left with elegant crown molding, transom windows, plantation shutters). At right, the Dining Room features a tray ceiling, chandelier w/medallion, transom windows, plantation shutters & chair rail. The 2 story Great Room, whose window wall brings the beauty of the woods beyond right into your home, is a showstopper enhanced by upgraded custom trim matching the built-in custom cabinetry & bookcase framing the natural gas fireplace (granite hearth & surround) & wall screen TV of the adjacent wall. Adjoining Kitchen: upgraded cabinets, stainless steel appliances (two wall ovens, gas cooktop, large side-by-side fridge plus built-in microwave over the gas cooktop) & granite counters plus roomy Breakfast Area. Large first floor Primary Bedroom Suite includes Sitting Area extension that tucks into the woods plus tray ceiling, plantation shutters, luxurious carpet. Huge Primary Bath features separate shower & soaking tub. Plus Powder Room & Laundry. The upstairs landing views Foyer & Great Room below and those extraordinary back woods while leading to 3 Guest Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths & HUGE Bonus Room. Elegant touches include chair rails, loads of crown molding and custom paint which make this home an elegant, turn-key property. Property meticulously maintained: it looks like new. PARTIALLY FURNISHED depending on strength of an offer. Conditioned Crawlspace with industrial strength dehumidifier that protects the gleaming wood floors. Irrigation System. HOA maintains lawn (mowing, fertilization). New Owner Capital Contribution: $1,000. $495 annual charge for water & sewer infrastructure (approximately 16 years remaining). The National Association of Home Builders named Bay Forest #1 Platinum Award Winner for "Best in American Living" at the International Builders' Show in 2019. The NAHB's premier residential & design award spotlights the most creative & talented industry professionals for redefining design excellence in homes & communities worldwide. Judges concluded that Bay Forest "maximized water and green spaces and created a nice sense of micro-communities inside the natural habitat. [Bay Forest] has a lovely pool and resort-like amenities and the outside of the (Recreation) Barn is spectacular." So come enjoy our clubhouse with its lounge, grille, exercise facility, Women's & Men's lockers opening to 3 pools (Lazy River!). And our 4 tennis courts (one of which converts to multiple pickleball courts) & pavilion, outdoor basketball nets, children's play areas, putting green, bocce lawns, horseshoe pits & fire pit. Our beautiful 'Recreation Barn' accommodates a basketball court, three pickle ball courts or 450 guests for parties! The Barn opens to a Great Lawn, two pools & a Gym featuring exercise facilities, a dance/yoga studio (resilient floors) & beautiful gathering spaces. Kayak Launch w/ kayak storage & expansive Indian River Bay & Bay Bridge views. Summer Beach Shuttle. The Shearwater Drive Bridge crosses directly over Collins Creek to the new Barn, Pools & Clubhouse/Gym, accommodating cars, bikes & pedestrians (and a great place to admire our Collins Creek Salt Marsh and the Indian River Bay beyond. 15+ miles of walks & 5+ miles Bethany Beach. There's no place like Bay Forest! Come join us & enjoy The Best in American Living! 2 YR Warranty $100 DED.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Joseph Loughran 302-864-3216,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (302) 539-9040
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Study, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Sitting room
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Multi Units, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Wall, Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood, Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Screens, Transom, Vinyl Clad, Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Heatilator, Mantel(s), Screen, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,500
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,500
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Bump-outs, Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods, Street
Lot
- Size: 9,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 84.00 x 125.00
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Wooded, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Middle Of Block, Sandy
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13408.00812.00
- Zoning: MR
- Zoning description: Medium Density Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Blown-In Insulation, CPVC/PVC, Masonry, Spray Foam Insulation, Stick Built, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space, Permanent, Other
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2010
Details
- Builder model: Falconcrest
- Builder name: NV Homes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Underground
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bay Forest Club
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Trail, Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Common Grounds, Community Center, Fitness Center, Jogging Path, Meeting Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Pier/Dock, Pool, Putting Green, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Tot Lots/Playground, Volleyball Courts
- Services included: All Ground Fee, Common Area Maintenance, Health Club, Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $330 monthly
- HOA name: BAY FOREST COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Location
- Region: Ocean View
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $831,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,776
- Date on market: 4/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Partially Furnished Depending On The Strength Of An Offer.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/6/2026 | Price change | $825,000-2.9%$236/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2108168 | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $850,000-2.9%$243/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108168 | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108168 | ||
| 4/26/2026 | Price change | $900,000-2.7%$257/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108168 | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+10.1%$264/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108168 | ||
| 5/7/2024 | Sold | $840,000$240/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2058026 | ||
| 3/26/2024 | Pending sale | $840,000$240/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2058026 | ||
| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $840,000+34.4%$240/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2058026 | ||
| 10/2/2019 | Listing removed | $625,000$179/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #DESU144828 | ||
| 7/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $625,000$179/sqft |
Source: LONG AND FOSTER-BETHANY #DESU144828 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,821 -23.7% | $415,650 +638.3% |
| 2024 | $2,387 +1% | $56,300 |
| 2023 | $2,364 +1.6% | $56,300 |
| 2022 | $2,327 +3% | $56,300 |
| 2021 | $2,260 +6.7% | $56,300 |
| 2020 | $2,118 +0.4% | $56,300 |
| 2019 | $2,108 -2.3% | $56,300 |
| 2018 | $2,157 -0.9% | $56,300 |
| 2017 | $2,178 +11.3% | $56,300 |
| 2016 | $1,957 -2.9% | $56,300 |
| 2015 | $2,015 +1.5% | $56,300 |
| 2014 | $1,985 -1% | $56,300 |
| 2013 | $2,006 +4% | $56,300 |
| 2012 | $1,928 +0.5% | $56,300 |
| 2011 | $1,919 | $56,300 |
| 2010 | $1,919 +595.1% | $56,300 +800.8% |
| 2009 | $276 | $6,250 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$810,700
$770,000 - $851,000
$3,542/mo
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