38555 Goldfinch Ln

Ocean View, DE 19970

$950,000
Price
5
Beds
3,041 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
3,041
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassOpen: 2/21 01:30PM - 04:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 2/21 01:30PM - 04:00PM
Covered back porch
Hardscaped patio with firepit
Room to entertain!
Outdoor Shwoer
Covered Front Porch
Bay Forest
Bay Forest Club

Description

Welcome to this beautifully furnished 5-bedroom, 4-bath coastal retreat in the highly desirable Bay Forest community, offering over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Showcasing coastal style architecture with elegant, high-end finishes throughout, this home greets you with a light-filled foyer that flows seamlessly into a dramatic two-story great room featuring a coffered ceiling, a wall of windows, and clerestory windows that bathe the space in natural light. A loft above...Welcome to this beautifully furnished 5-bedroom, 4-bath coastal retreat in the highly desirable Bay Forest community, offering over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Showcasing coastal style architecture with elegant, high-end finishes throughout, this home greets you with a light-filled foyer that flows seamlessly into a dramatic two-story great room featuring a coffered ceiling, a wall of windows, and clerestory windows that bathe the space in natural light. A loft above overlooks the living area, enhancing the home’s open and airy feel. The open-concept floor plan connects the great room to a stunning gourmet kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a cooktop with hood fan, wall oven, built-in microwave, walk-in pantry, and abundant cabinetry accented by a specialty backsplash. A large island with double sinks, pendant lighting, and counter seating for four makes entertaining effortless. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room offers direct access to the covered rear porch—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The main-level owner’s suite is a serene escape, highlighted by a tray ceiling, plush carpeting, and a spacious walk-in closet. The luxurious ensuite bath features double vanities, a window for natural light, a large tiled step-in shower with bench and glass door, and a private water closet. A main-level guest room with full bath, along with a laundry room with utility sink and a functional mud room, complete the first floor. Upstairs, a mezzanine overlooks the great room and leads to three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a versatile bonus room with glass pocket doors—ideal for a media room, office, or play space. Outside, the landscaped front yard includes a welcoming covered porch and walkway leading to a convenient outdoor shower. The backyard is designed for gathering and relaxation, featuring an expansive hardscaped patio with a stone-encased firepit, sitting wall, and grill enclosure.
Residents of Bay Forest enjoy an amenity-rich lifestyle with a beautiful clubhouse offering entertaining areas, library, dining room, and fitness center. Rentals are permitted with a 7-night minimum, making this a great investment for second homeowner. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool with lap lanes and kiddie pool, putting green, playground, tennis, bocce and horseshoe courts, kayak launch marina, and beach shuttle service. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Ocean View and the pristine shores of Bethany Beach, you’ll enjoy easy access to coastal dining, shopping, entertainment, miles of shoreline, boating, and scenic walking trails.

Listing Agents

  1. Dustin Oldfather

    Dustin Oldfather

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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  2. Mike McGinley

    Mike McGinley

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    mike.mcginley@compass.com

    P: (302)-217-0414

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Property Details for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

Tax ID Number
134-08.00-1052.00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Coastal, Craftsman
Levels/Stories
2
Furnished
Yes

Open Houses

Saturday, Feb 21st

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 01:00 PM

Property Details for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

StatusActive
MLS #DESU2104380
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,616 / year
HOA Fees$330 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built2015
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountySussex County

Location

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Building Information for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

Stories2Year Built2015Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,095 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,630

Property Taxes

$135

HOA Dues

$330

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER
  • School District County ID: 300200396898
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: LORD BALTIMORE (SUSSEX DE)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: SUSSEX CENTRAL (SUSSEX DE)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • 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 CLUB
  • HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: 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
  • 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 Fees: $495
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
  • Capital Contribution Amount: $1,100
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $162
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1 1
  • Zoning: MR
  • Tax Lot: 84
  • School Tax: $1,454
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,041.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,315.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,041.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8045/3272/0540/804532720540_512_384_WM_4ia_6KYpJD8g82xX.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 65.00 x 120.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Landscaping
  • Parcel ID: 10186083
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sound System
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector, Exterior Cameras, Security System
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/3b4a6816-79a3-432f-be8a-2e93471c8151/?utm_source=captureapp
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: BBQ Grill
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2104380

$950,000—
Jun 9, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1513394189

$845,000

+6.6% / yr

Jun 9, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

$845,000—
Apr 26, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

—
Apr 26, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

—
Mar 30, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

$859,900—
Mar 27, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #491675007

$498,385—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/20/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2104380

$950,000
06/09/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1513394189

$845,000

+6.6% / yr

06/09/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

$845,000
04/26/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

—
04/26/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

—
03/30/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2038716

$859,900
03/27/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #491675007

$498,385

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 38555 Goldfinch Lane

Taxable ValueLand$6,250Additions$34,600Total$40,850
Tax Record2025$1,641 ($137 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,630 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,630 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,802 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2015ZoningMRCountySUSSEXAPN134-8.00-1052.00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 38555 Goldfinch Lane

This home is within Indian River School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Selbyville Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Indian River High School
Public - 9 to 12
Southern Delaware School of the Arts
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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More information about 38555 Goldfinch Lane, Ocean View, DE 19970

38555 Goldfinch Lane is a single family home for sale in Ocean View, DE 19970. This property was listed for sale on February 20, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on June 9, 2023. This listing's school district is Indian River School District. Nearby schools include Lord Baltimore Elementary School, Selbyville Middle School and Indian River High School. 38555 Goldfinch Lane is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,041 sqft single family home built in 2015.

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