About this home

Handyman Special with Instant Equity Potential in Bear, DE! If you've been searching for a single-family home in Bear with a large, private lot and the opportunity to build equity with just a little TLC, don't miss this one! Located in a fantastic neighborhood, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a functional layout, generous living space, and tons of potential. The first floor features a spacious living room, formal dining room, family room, large kitchen, and convenient half bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Additional features include a partially finished basement offering flexible space for a recreation room, home gym, or additional storage, along with a two-car attached garage. Outside, enjoy the large, private lot with plenty of room to relax, entertain, and make the most of your outdoor space. With only light TLC needed, this property presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to personalize their home while building equity. Conveniently located just minutes from Route 40, I-95, Glasgow Park, Lums Pond State Park, the University of Delaware, and Christiana Mall, this home combines space, privacy, and accessibility in a fantastic Bear neighborhood. Whether you're looking for your next home or an opportunity to add value, this one is full of potential. Don't miss your chance to make it your own!

Facts and features

Schools

• Keene (William B.) Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.6 mi

  7

• Glasgow High School

  high · 9-12 · 2.6 mi

  1

• Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 4.5 mi

  3

• Caravel Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 0.5 mi

• Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.9 mi

  3

• Glasgow Chrisian Academy

  elementary · K-8 · 1.2 mi

Price history

• Nov 6, 2026 · Listed$489,777
• Nov 3, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Oct 19, 2026 · Price Changed$489,777
• Oct 9, 2026 · Listed$499,777
• Oct 8, 2026 · Sold$375,000
• Oct 2, 2014 · Sold$359,900
• Jun 27, 2014 · Price Changed$359,900
• May 2, 2014 · Listed$374,900

Tax history

• 2025$4,620 tax · $460,100 assessed
• 2024$4,219 tax · $460,100 assessed
• 2023$4,104 tax · $99,100 assessed
• 2022$4,094 tax · $99,100 assessed
• 2021$4,008 tax · $99,100 assessed
• 2020$3,904 tax · $99,100 assessed
• 2019$3,450 tax · $99,100 assessed
• 2018$3,359 tax · $99,100 assessed

Home value

$492,814

• Quantarium$492,814
• Collateral Analytics$522,000
• Cotality$477,500

Where it is