Off Market Oct 2024 for $550K

$598,756

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,557/mo

•

3,156

sq ft

1942 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 19701

About this home

Back on the market due to buyer's financing fell through. Welcome to 1942 Porter Rd, Bear, DE - a captivating blend of modern elegance and rural charm! Nestled on a sprawling 3.18-acre lot, this meticulously rehabbed 3-bedroom, 2-full bath home offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, and style. Step inside to discover a haven of tranquility, with fresh neutral interior paints creating a welcoming atmosphere throughout. The heart of the home is the fully renovated kitchen, a culinary masterpiece boasting black stainless steel appliances, a sleek tile backsplash, center island and luxurious granite countertops. Trendy white cabinetry adorned with bronze handles and finishes adds a touch of sophistication, while every detail has been carefully curated to elevate your culinary experience. The allure continues with all-new light fixtures and ceiling fans that enhance the ambiance of each room. Indulge in relaxation in the newly renovated bathrooms, where tiled floors and tub surrounds create a spa-like retreat. Convenience meets versatility with a 3-car detached garage offering ample space for vehicles and storage. The upper floor presents endless possibilities, whether you envision a private office, studio, or potential accessory dwelling unit (ADU). This home caters to your every need, with an entry-level bedroom and full bathroom featuring a shower for added convenience. Ascend the wrought iron banister staircases to discover additional living space and breathtaking views. Experience the epitome of refined living at 1942 Porter Rd. Don't miss your opportunity to make this stunning property your own. Schedule your showing today and prepare to be captivated by the endless possibilities that await!

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

3.18 acresLot Size

$190Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mia Burch • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

Listed by Paul Burch • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

Bought with Brian Foraker • Foraker Realty Co.

•484-406-3004 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2058772

Redfin Estimate

$598,756

$49K since sold in October 2024$3,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 23% higher than the average sale price ($487K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$530,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,100 sq ft
18 Kimmie Ct, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$445,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,450 sq ft
116 Dorothy Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$436,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,875 sq ft
300 Suffolk Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$472,500
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,475 sq ft
6 Donna Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$535,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,500 sq ft
114 W Savannah Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$503,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,150 sq ft
2 Chrissy Ct, Bear, DE 19701

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Market trends in 19701, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$455K

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

38d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

$469,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,075 sq ft
30 Lochview Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 202-9855
32 Stephanie Dr, Bear, DE 19701
$325,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,300 sq ft
32 Stephanie Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(610) 595-5899
COMING SOON
$325,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,625 sq ft
121 Valerie, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 234-2500
NEW 6 HRS AGO
$459,900
3 beds2 baths2,150 sq ft
2 Anna Ave, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 234-1888
$510,000
5 beds4 baths3,250 sq ft
1 Foxfield Ct, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 369-5397
$569,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,350 sq ft
4 Wellspring Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 368-1621
$29,999
2 beds1 bath924 sq ft
1929 Brian Cir #637, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 234-1888
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$359,999
2 beds2 baths1,425 sq ft
240 W Red Lion Dr W, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 368-1621
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$65,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1839 Sonya Way, Bear, DE 19701
$550,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft
213 Megan Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 442-4200
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Sale history for 1942 Porter Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2058772

Oct 28, 2024

Sold

$550,000

$174/sq ft

Sep 27, 2024

Pending

—

Sep 22, 2024

Contingent

—

Jul 24, 2024

Relisted

—

May 20, 2024

Contingent

—

Apr 29, 2024

Relisted

—

Apr 29, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Apr 8, 2024

Listed

$587,000

$186/sq ft

Apr 1, 2024

Coming Soon

$587,000

$186/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2020406

May 13, 2022

Sold

$535,000

$170/sq ft

Apr 11, 2022

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Apr 8, 2022

Listed

$509,900

$162/sq ft

+33

Welcome home to this gorgeously renovated 3 bedroom 2 full bath home nestled on 3.18 acres. This open concept home has it all! Features include. .. new flooring throughout, new light fixtures, new recessed lighting, fresh drywall and paint, updated kitchen and baths, fully finished lower level with a side exterior entrance and a detached 3 car garage with space above. The upper floor features an open kitchen and living room, full bath with a beautiful dual vanity, tiled tub/shower and tiled floor and two bedrooms. The kitchen features quartz countertops, white cabinets with gold hardware, backsplash, kitchen island and stainless steel appliances. The lower level features a large family room with a wood burning fireplace, one bedroom, a full bath with stand up shower and a laundry/mud room with an exterior entrance. Plenty of space for multiple vehicles and equipment. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2001052

Dec 20, 2021

Sold

$221,500

$70/sq ft

Nov 18, 2021

Pending

—

Nov 15, 2021

Price Changed

$230,000

$73/sq ft

Nov 15, 2021

Contingent

—

Jul 16, 2021

Pending

—

Jul 14, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Jun 25, 2021

Listed

$210,000

$67/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC124486

Oct 13, 2006

Sold

$395,000

$125/sq ft

Sep 1, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 5, 2006

Listed

$395,000

$125/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 13, 2004

Sold

$220,000

$70/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC135312

Jun 1, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Mar 21, 2004

Listed

$220,000

$70/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 25, 1992

Sold

$161,000

$51/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,484 (+9.5%)

$173,900 + $272,600

$446,500

2024

$4,096 (+2.8%)

$173,900 + $272,600

$446,500

2023

$3,984 (+0.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2022

$3,975 (+2.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2021

$3,891 (+2.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2020

$3,790 (+13.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2019

$3,349 (+2.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2018

$3,261 (+3.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2017

$3,146 (+0.3%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2016

$3,137 (+9.8%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2015

$2,858

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2014

$2,857 (+3.4%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2013

$2,763 (+2.1%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2012

$2,704

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

Tax history for 1942 Porter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,484 (+9.5%)

$173,900 + $272,600

$446,500

2024

$4,096 (+2.8%)

$173,900 + $272,600

$446,500

2023

$3,984 (+0.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2022

$3,975 (+2.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2021

$3,891 (+2.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2020

$3,790 (+13.2%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2019

$3,349 (+2.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2018

$3,261 (+3.7%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2017

$3,146 (+0.3%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2016

$3,137 (+9.8%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2015

$2,858

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2014

$2,857 (+3.4%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2013

$2,763 (+2.1%)

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

2012

$2,704

$24,400 + $71,800

$96,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

104 ft.

Lot depth

792 ft.

Lot size

3.18 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,100

Year built

1979

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1103300179

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 13
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Asphalt Driveway
Detached Garage, Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave
Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s)
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Sump Pump, Walkout Level

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1056
Improvement Assessed Value: $71,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2022

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)

Pool Information
Personal Pool
Above Ground

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Level, Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 104.40 x 791.90
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $24,400

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,100
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,056
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $757.56
School Tax: $3,226.55
Tax Assessed Value: $96,200
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $3,984.11

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Private Septic Tank
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Wrangle Hill
Directions: From Rt40 South On Rt72 Onto Porter Rd West Bound, Driveway Before Hickory Woods Homes Sits 200 Feet From The Road. Long driveway and sign on the beginning of the property on Porter Rd
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Gravel, Concrete

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,100
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1103300179

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Keene (William B.) Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

3/10

Glasgow High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi

1/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

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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$569,000 – $689,000

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Home values near 1942 Porter Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1931 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$362,261
1930 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$337,073

Address	Redfin Estimate
1970 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$478,632
1954 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2450 Sq. Ft.	$496,525

Address	Redfin Estimate
1914 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$575,184
1923 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$616,078

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