Rarely Available, non-development, 3-bedroom Ranch-style home on . 96 acres of land in the highly sought-after Bear area. This home boasts natural light throughout. It has a comfortable floor plan complete with wide hallways and ample storage space. You will enjoy the large Screened Porch to enjoy the beautiful sunset view and your established perennial flower beds and Garden. Move-in ready! Comes with Brand New vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathroom, new carpets, and fresh paint. The full basement has a separate entrance, two sump pumps, washer and dryer hook-ups and a French Drain water-proofing system. Major improvements include: New whole house fan and fresh stone in driveway. The roof, windows, furnace and septic are all less than 5 years old. The home is on public water and also has a private well. You will want to add this to your tour before it is gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Mariah Little• RE/MAX Premier Properties
Opportunity Knocks - this is a REAL BUDGET PLEASER & ready for a quick sale! Adorable 3 BR Rancher on almost an acre in a non-development setting. The Bright & Sunny Living Room will accommodate a comfortable amount of seating and the efficient kitchen is open and convenient to the dining area. The living space is expanded with a large Screened Porch to sit & enjoy the fresh air. There's nothing left to do but MOVE-IN! All spiffed up with Brand New flooring & Fresh paint. Major Improvements done in the past include: roof, vinyl siding, double hung vinyl windows, electric panel & service line, hot water heater plus a french drain water proofing system in basement. It's on Public Water & a Brand New septic system recently installed. VHAPII Eligible Property.
Public Records
Aug 28, 2000
Sold
$3,300
$3/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1986
Sold
$67,500
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,351 (+48.8%)
$138,200 + $195,500
$333,700
2024
$2,253 (+2.8%)
$138,200 + $195,500
$333,700
2023
$2,191 (+0.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2022
$2,186 (+2.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2021
$2,140 (+2.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2020
$2,084 (+13.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2019
$1,842 (+2.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2018
$1,793 (+3.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2017
$1,730 (+0.3%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2016
$1,725 (+9.8%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2015
$1,571
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2014
$1,571 (+3.4%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2013
$1,519 (+2.1%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2012
$1,487
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
Tax history for 1739 Porter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,351 (+48.8%)
$138,200 + $195,500
$333,700
2024
$2,253 (+2.8%)
$138,200 + $195,500
$333,700
2023
$2,191 (+0.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2022
$2,186 (+2.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2021
$2,140 (+2.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2020
$2,084 (+13.2%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2019
$1,842 (+2.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2018
$1,793 (+3.7%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2017
$1,730 (+0.3%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2016
$1,725 (+9.8%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2015
$1,571
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2014
$1,571 (+3.4%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2013
$1,519 (+2.1%)
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
2012
$1,487
$17,200 + $35,700
$52,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
425 ft.
Lot depth
215 ft.
Lot size
0.95 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,008
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1103300114
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Attic/House Fan
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $35,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Shed
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Replacement
Other Structures: Shed
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 425X215
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $17,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $52,900
Tax Year: 2017
Tax Annual Amount: $1,730
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Oil, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
Location Information
Cross Street: RT 71
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.95 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1103300114
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
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Schools
Keene (William B.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
3/10
Glasgow High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
1/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Bear, DE • 19701
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Estimated sale price
$346,000 – $418,000
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