31827 Skimmer Road
Closed 10/31/25
Closed 10/31/25
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
2008Year Built
$255/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$321/moHOA Fees
4 carsParking Spaces
Description
This 4 BD/3 BA NVR Springbrook model home, loaded w/ upgrades is sited on a beautifully landscaped lot in a cul-de-sac and may convey PARTIALLY FURNISHED or nearly FULLY FURNISHED, depending on the strength of an offer. The front walk leads to a broad, covered landing at elegant etched glass front door with side lights, which opens to gleaming wood floors through the Foyer, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Breakfast Room & Hallway. The Foyer features crown molding and chair rail. Left of the Foyer,...This 4 BD/3 BA NVR Springbrook model home, loaded w/ upgrades is sited on a beautifully landscaped lot in a cul-de-sac and may convey PARTIALLY FURNISHED or nearly FULLY FURNISHED, depending on the strength of an offer. The front walk leads to a broad, covered landing at elegant etched glass front door with side lights, which opens to gleaming wood floors through the Foyer, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Breakfast Room & Hallway. The Foyer features crown molding and chair rail. Left of the Foyer, you will find two Guest Bedrooms (the front BD, configured as a Sitting Room, also boasts a vaulted ceiling) with upgraded wall to wall carpet and a Guest Bath with tub shower in between. You’ll find beautiful Venetian Blinds throughout. Dining Room features crown molding, chair rail & a chandelier. Its double window also sports a Palladian window above and drapes. The extended Great Room’s Natural Gas Fireplace: stone hearth, stone mantel & heatilator. Above the mantel: a wall-screen TV. There’s also a ceiling fan. With windows on two sides, the Great Room floods with light streaming through blinds w/ fabric cornices. The Great Room looks onto a screened porch & landscaped side and back yards while flowing into the Kitchen & extended Breakfast Room. The Kitchen features: stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry (including some glass-front cabinets to highlight select dishes or glassware), granite countertops, breakfast bar, twin pantries & recessed lighting. Kitchen & Great Room open into extended Morning Room (w/ another ceiling fan). Breakfast Room itself opens into the screened porch, beyond which you’ll enjoy beautiful landscaping, rolling berms and huge specimen holly bushes marking Bay Forest’s perimeter along Old Mill Road. The spacious 1st floor Primary Bedroom features a tray ceiling, ceiling fan and upgraded wall to wall carpet. With windows on both exterior walls, the Primary Bedroom also floods with light. There also are twin walk-in closets and a Primary Bath w/ twin vanities, upgraded cabinetry, a large stall shower w/ built-in bench. Carpeted stairs lead to the second floor’s 4th Bedroom, 3rd Bath & huge Bonus Room. Plus a first floor Laundry w/ shelving. Sellers installed new combination Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide Detectors throughout home in June 2025. Conditioned Crawlspace. Irrigation System & well. Garage shelving! HOA maintains lawn (mowing, fertilization). New Owner Capital Contribution: $1,100. $495 annual charge for water/sewer infrastructure. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) named Bay Forest Platinum Award Winning "Best in American Living" community because it "maximized water and green spaces and created a nice sense of micro-communities inside the natural habitat. [Bay Forest Club] 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, game room, Women's & Men's lockers opening to 3 pools (Lazy River!). 4 tennis courts (1 reconfigures for pickleball) & tennis pavilion, outdoor basketball nets, children's play areas, putting green, bocce lawns, horseshoe pits, volleyball space & fire pit. Plus Bay Forest’s incredible Recreation ‘Barn' which accommodates a basketball court or three pickleball courts or 450 guests for New Years Eve and other celebrations! The Barn opens to a Great Lawn, two new pools & a new exercise facility featuring a gym, a dance/yoga studio (w/ resilient floors), Men’s & Women’s changing rooms & beautiful gathering spaces. Don’t forget the Kayak Launch w/ kayak storage & expansive Indian River Bay & Bay Bridge views. Or the Herb Garden. Or the Summer Beach Shuttle. Enjoy amazing Salt Marsh views from our Shearwater Drive Bridge crossing Collins Creek to our Rec Barn, 2 pools, Gym & Herb Garden. 15 miles sidewalks. 5 miles Bethany Beach. 2 Year Cinch Home Warranty ($100 deductible). Price to Sell!
- Listed by: Joe Loughran 302.864.3216 joeloughran@lnf.com • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Listing closed: 10/31/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DESU2088630
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1Property Information for 31827 Skimmer Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $1,553 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: Sussex County
- Tax ID Number: 134-08.00-642.00
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: Yes
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Coastal, Contemporary
- Levels/Stories: 2
- Furnished: Partially
- Waterfront: No
- Views: Garden/Lawn, Other
- Garage: Yes
- Expected On Market Date: 06-20-2025
- Subdivision: BAY FOREST CLUB
- Subdivision: BAY FOREST CLUB (SUSSEX DE)
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE (OCEAN VIEW DE)
- Cross Street: Bay Forest Drive
- Legal Subdivision: BAY FOREST CLUB
- Total Parking Spaces: 4
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: No
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,750.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
- Property Condition: Excellent
Building Information
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 2008
- Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
- School District County ID: 300200396898
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- HOA Name: BAY FOREST COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.
- HOA Phone: 302-537-6580
- HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: All Ground Fee, Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Care Front, Lawn Care Rear, Lawn Care Side, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Pier/Dock Maintenance, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Other
- HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Basketball Courts, Bike Trail, Boat Dock/Slip, Club House, Common Grounds, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Jog/Walk Path, Meeting Room, Pier/Dock, Pool - Outdoor, Putting Green, Recreational Center, Tennis Courts, Other
- Property Manager Y/N: Yes
- Other Fees: $495
- Other Fees Frequency: Annually
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Capital Contribution Amount: $1,000
- Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $150
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: No
- Land Use Code: 999
- Historic: No
- Zoning: MR
- Zoning Dscrp: Medium Density Residential
- Tax Lot: 15
- School Tax: $1,385
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Dogs OK, Cats OK
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
- Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Screened Porch
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
- Builder Name: NVR Homes
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,750.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 2,750.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Blown-In Insulation, CPVC/PVC, Frame, Masonry, Spray Foam Insulation, Stick Built, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Other
- Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt, Pitched
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, Other
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00 x 126.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Landscaping, Cleared, Crops Reserved, Front Yard, Road Frontage, Other, Cul-de-sac, No Thru Street, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Soil Types: Sandy
- Location Type: Urban
- Parcel ID: 5126255
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Built In, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Other
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Heatilator, Gas/Propane, Wood, Other
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater - Tankless
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
- Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Floor, Hookup, Shared, Washer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Spa: No
- Pool: Yes - Community
- Community Pool Features: Concrete, Fenced, Gunite, Lap/Exercise, In Ground, Other
- Horse: No
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Under Ground, Water Available, Other
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 120/240V, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Underground
- Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)
- List Agent URL: https://www.longandfoster.com/JoeLoughran
Property History for 31827 Skimmer Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1921332328 | $700,000 | +3.6% / yr |
| Oct 31, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | $700,000 | — |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | — | |
| Jun 20, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | $712,500 | — |
| Nov 7, 2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #260530837 | $382,701 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1921332328 | $700,000 +3.6% / yr |
| 10/31/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | $700,000 |
| 07/01/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | — |
| 06/20/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2088630 | $712,500 |
| 11/07/2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #260530837 | $382,701 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 31827 Skimmer Road
Taxable ValueLand$6,750Additions$30,800Total$37,550
Tax Record2025$1,278 ($107 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,602 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,602 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,256 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2008ZoningMRCountySUSSEXAPN134-8.00-642.00
Schools near 31827 Skimmer Road
This home is within Indian River School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lord Baltimore Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Selbyville Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Indian River High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Southern Delaware School of the Arts PublicK to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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