SOLD SEP 30, 2025

Off Market Sep 2025 for $449K

$495,184

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,391/mo

•

2,450

sq ft

1954 Porter Rd, Bear, DE 19701

About this home

Now is your chance to grab a Home on almost an acre with no HOA and the possibility of subdivision. This Multi-level Split home was built by the original owner and family in 1962 and is now available for your creative designs and upgrades. Solidly constructed with brick and vinyl, the roof and windows approximately 10+/- years old. The kitchen is sure to please most discerning chefs with granite counter tops, 42" cabinetry, a center island and stainless steel appliances along with tile flooring and backsplash. Come in off of the rear enclosed porch and you enter the family room equipped with a wood stove and a powder room. Original garage area was finished to allow for more storage and laundry, which can be converted back, if desired, since the basement has laundry accessibility. The Living room has a wood burning fire place and there are hardwood floors throughout including the upstairs bedrooms and hallway. The primary bedroom has a deep closet and full bath with stall shower. The main bath has tub shower and the linen closet has access to more attic storage. The basement is full with two sump pumps and could be a great workshop. Great memories were created here a long time ago. Now it is time for you to create your own. The location of this home promotes easy access to Rt 1 and 40 and minutes to MD & NJ. Square footage is approximate along with room dimensions. Buyer to do own due diligence to verify. Taxes were with exemptions for Senior - Buyer to verify taxes. Buyer to verify possibility of subdivision. . This sale is to settle an estate and is conveyed in "as-is" condition. Active surveillance on the property.

Single-familyProperty Type

1962Year Built

0.9 acresLot Size

$202Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Sonny Reeves • Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville

•302-429-4500 (broker)

•jfuentes@psre.com (broker)

Bought with Gina Spiese • Crown Homes Real Estate

•302-504-6147 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2085048

Redfin Estimate

$495,184

$45K since sold in September 2025$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 4.8% higher than the average sale price ($472K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 16, 2026
$460,000
A
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SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$445,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,450 sq ft
116 Dorothy Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$472,500
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,475 sq ft
6 Donna Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$503,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,150 sq ft
2 Chrissy Ct, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$491,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,125 sq ft
122 Pinion Pl, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$463,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft
622 Clifton Dr, 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

99.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$443K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

8 days MoM

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101

9 MoM

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Sale history for 1954 Porter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,124 (−0.2%)

$116,200 + $212,900

$329,100

2024

$1,126 (+3.7%)

$116,200 + $212,900

$329,100

2023

$1,086 (+2.2%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2022

$1,062 (−5.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2021

$1,126 (+4.0%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2020

$1,082 (+20.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2019

$897 (−47.5%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2018

$1,709 (+3.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2017

$1,649 (+7.1%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2016

$1,539 (+16.0%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2015

$1,327

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2014

$1,327 (+5.9%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2013

$1,253 (+3.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2012

$1,209

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

Tax history for 1954 Porter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,124 (−0.2%)

$116,200 + $212,900

$329,100

2024

$1,126 (+3.7%)

$116,200 + $212,900

$329,100

2023

$1,086 (+2.2%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2022

$1,062 (−5.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2021

$1,126 (+4.0%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2020

$1,082 (+20.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2019

$897 (−47.5%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2018

$1,709 (+3.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2017

$1,649 (+7.1%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2016

$1,539 (+16.0%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2015

$1,327

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2014

$1,327 (+5.9%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2013

$1,253 (+3.6%)

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

2012

$1,209

$18,000 + $54,000

$72,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

147 ft.

Lot depth

260 ft.

Lot size

0.9 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,450

Year built

1962

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1103300065

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: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Screened Porch
Laundry Type: Basement, Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Sump Pump
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Basement Finished Percent: 0.00

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Enclosed, Screened
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Other

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Level, Not In Development, Subdivision Possible
Lot Size Dimensions: 260 x 147
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,450
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,400
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $329,100
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,125

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

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

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Hickory Dr
Directions: From Rt 40, go South on Rt 72 to Right on Porter Rd to house on the left on the corner of Hickory Dr and Porter Rd.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,450
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1103300065

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Keene (William B.) Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

7/10

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi

3/10

Glasgow High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi

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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Estimated sale price

$471,000 – $570,000

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Home values near 1954 Porter Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1931 Porter Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$362,996
1930 Porter Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$341,421

Address	Redfin Estimate
1970 Porter Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$479,801
1984 Porter Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1882 Sq. Ft.	$573,130

Address	Redfin Estimate
1914 Porter Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$582,652
1923 Porter Road, Bear, DE 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$596,230

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