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  • $900,000

    38706 River Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970

    3beds
    1,900sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    0.39 Acres Lot
    $863,500 Zestimate®
    $474/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Successful airbnb suiteLush gardensModern upgradesCentral acRenovated bathroomsVintage charmVariety of fruit trees
    Just steps from the Indian River Bay and VFW, this fully renovated 1950s beach cottage in Ocean View offers vintage charm, modern upgrades, income potential, and a rare buildable second lot. The 2,100 sq ft main house features original hardwood floors, exposed beams, wood paneling, a brick-accented fireplace with wood-burning stove, renovated bathrooms, new wiring throughout, beautiful tile floors, ceiling fans in each bedroom, central AC, and an eat-in kitchen with a Viking range. The detached 2-car garage has been converted into a successful Airbnb suite with a full bath, bedroom, mini split, and new roof, generating $18,000–$25,000 annually. Outside, the home is surrounded by lovely landscaping, lush gardens, and a variety of fruit trees, creating a peaceful outdoor oasis. The 20x40 ft inground pool sits on the second buildable lot on 3/10 of an acre, offering potential for future development or expanded outdoor living. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a slice of Delaware beach history with room to grow—just minutes from Bethany Beach.
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    Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 12:36pm

    Listed by:

    Krystal Casey 302-604-4683,

    Keller Williams Realty (302) 360-0300

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2085848MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Has basement: No
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,900
    • Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,900
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Storage, Detached, Driveway, On Street, Off Street
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Private
    Lot
    • Size: 0.39 Acres
    • Dimensions: 170.00 x 100.00
    • Features: Additional Lot(s)
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Additional parcels included: 13405.00196.00
    • Parcel number: 13405.00195.00
    • Zoning: MR
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Stick Built
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1958

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: None Available
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ocean View

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $474/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $38,700
    • Annual tax amount: $800
    • Date on market: 6/18/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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