About this home

Introducing 38214 Martins Way, a rare waterfront opportunity tucked along a peaceful canal in Ocean View with a private boat dock and direct access to the Indian River Bay. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and approximately 1,700 square feet, this coastal retreat invites you to embrace the boating lifestyle while creating a home uniquely your own. Positioned to capture tranquil canal views, the main living spaces maintain a constant connection to the water. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light while showcasing the ever-changing backdrop of passing boats, shimmering reflections, and coastal wildlife. Spend leisurely mornings in the spacious sunroom, accented by classic beadboard detailing, entertain family and friends beneath the covered waterside patio, or simply relax in the great room after a day on the bay. Wherever you are, the waterfront setting takes center stage. For boating enthusiasts, few locations offer this level of convenience. Launch from your private dock onto the protected deep-water canal and cruise effortlessly to the Indian River Bay for fishing, waterfront dining, or unforgettable sunsets. Whether your passion is paddleboarding, kayaking, or spending weekends on the water, this property places it all just outside your back door. Inside, the main living level has been freshly painted and features luxury vinyl plank flooring, creating a comfortable, low-maintenance backdrop ready to enjoy from day one while offering opportunities to personalize over time. Outdoor amenities continue with a front balcony shared by two guest bedrooms, an outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach or boating adventures, and an impressive rooftop deck where panoramic skies and evening breezes become part of everyday life. The lower level offers exceptional flexibility with an oversized two-car garage, generous storage, a full bath, private exterior entrance, and two large sliding glass doors overlooking the canal. Whether envisioned as expanded living space, a guest retreat, hobby area, or future multi-generational accommodations, the possibilities are as inspiring as the location itself. Whether you're searching for a weekend escape, a year-round residence, or a waterfront property with room to grow and make your own, 38214 Martins Way presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Delaware's most desirable coastal communities. Here, life is measured by the tides, the sunsets, and the memories made on the water.

Facts and features

Schools

• Lord Baltimore Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 1.4 mi

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• Indian River High School

  high · 9-12 · 7.8 mi

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• Selbyville Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 9.6 mi

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• Long Neck Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 7.0 mi

  5

• Clayton (John M.) Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 8.3 mi

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• Southern Delaware School of the Arts

  elementary · K-8 · 10.2 mi

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Price history

• Sep 4, 2026 · Price Changed$1,050,000
• Apr 30, 2026 · Listed$1,100,000

Tax history

• 2026$1,955 tax · $428,000 assessed
• 2024$1,032 tax · $428,000 assessed
• 2023$1,059 tax · $33,550 assessed
• 2022$1,036 tax · $33,550 assessed
• 2021$1,095 tax · $33,550 assessed
• 2020$1,055 tax · $33,550 assessed
• 2019$1,049 tax · $33,550 assessed
• 2018$1,062 tax · $33,550 assessed

Home value

$1,040,000

• Collateral Analytics$1,040,000
• Cotality$975,500
• Quantarium$1,050,829

Where it is