Off market nov 2002 for $295K

$612,408

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,430/mo

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226 Rice Dr, Bear, DE 19701

About this home

Beauty to catch the eye best describes this stunning 2 Story, Brick colonial built by R. C. Peoples. This home features 2 story foyer, 9 ft. ceilings on 1st floor, hardwood floors in Foyer, Living, Dining, Family and Powder rooms, Formal Living and Dining Rooms, French Doors leading from LR to FR, Brick Fireplace in FR w/ eye ball sockets, Large kitchen w/ nook area, 2 car garage, finished basement and much more. Seeing is believing. .. make this your Buyer's dream home today! * * * Owner is licensed agent and related to Listing Agents * * *

Single-familyProperty Type

1997Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

2 spacesParking

Listed by • RE/MAX Associates - Newark

•302-453-3200 (broker)

Bought with • BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

•302-999-9999 (broker)

•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC183010

Redfin Estimate

$612,408

$317K since sold in November 2002$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 17.4% higher than the average sale price ($522K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$540,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths2,454 sq ft
222 W Hope Ct, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD OCT 31, 2025
$610,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,375 sq ft
120 George Ct, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$540,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,565 sq ft
42 Emerald Ridge Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$535,000
D
4 beds3 baths1,850 sq ft
136 Bernice Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$475,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,432 sq ft
235 Cheyenne Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$430,000
F
4 beds3 baths1,900 sq ft
482 Granger Dr, Bear, DE 19701

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Market trends in 19701, DE

Last updated September 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

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COMING SOON
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4 beds2.5 baths3,175 sq ft
31 E Moyer Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 239-3000
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3 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft
107 Herbert Ct Unit A511, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 292-1900
$249,900
2 beds2.5 baths1,350 sq ft
5 Monferrato Ct, Bear, DE 19701
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3 beds2 baths1,456 sq ft
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4 beds4 baths3,375 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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Sale history for 226 Rice Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,448 (+16.5%)

$93,000 + $408,100

$501,100

2024

$2,960 (+11.2%)

$93,000 + $408,100

$501,100

2023

$2,663 (−4.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2022

$2,794 (−3.4%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2021

$2,892 (−12.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2020

$3,313 (+0.2%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2019

$3,307 (+1.5%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2018

$3,260 (+6.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2017

$3,054 (+12.2%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2016

$2,721

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2015

$2,722 (−0.5%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2014

$2,737 (+2.3%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2013

$2,675 (+15.9%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2012

$2,308

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

Tax history for 226 Rice Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,448 (+16.5%)

$93,000 + $408,100

$501,100

2024

$2,960 (+11.2%)

$93,000 + $408,100

$501,100

2023

$2,663 (−4.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2022

$2,794 (−3.4%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2021

$2,892 (−12.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2020

$3,313 (+0.2%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2019

$3,307 (+1.5%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2018

$3,260 (+6.7%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2017

$3,054 (+12.2%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2016

$2,721

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2015

$2,722 (−0.5%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2014

$2,737 (+2.3%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2013

$2,675 (+15.9%)

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

2012

$2,308

$15,200 + $84,300

$99,500

*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

121 ft.

Lot depth

180 ft.

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,550

Year built

1997

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1103840002

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Street
On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage, Other

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Attic/House Fan, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Builder Name: R. C. PEOPLES
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Street Lights

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard
Lot Size Dimensions: 121X180
Tidal Water: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2001
Tax Annual Amount: $1,420

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Circuit Breakers
Gas, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Middle Or Junior School: GUNNING BEDFORD
High School: WILLIAM PENN
School District Name: COLONIAL

Location Information
Cross Street: ROUTE 71
Directions: Rt. 72 South to Rt. 71 South. Right into Caravel Hunt (street is Rice Drive). Continue on Rice Drive to House# 226. House on right.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,550
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1103840002

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

5/10

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

3/10

Penn (William) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi

2/10

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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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$582,000 – $705,000

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Home values near 226 Rice Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
218 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2375 Sq. Ft.	$550,232
220 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3550 Sq. Ft.	$629,962

Address	Redfin Estimate
214 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2375 Sq. Ft.	$536,064
225 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3050 Sq. Ft.	$603,968

Address	Redfin Estimate
224 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2550 Sq. Ft.	$599,796
230 Rice Drive, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2150 Sq. Ft.	$538,158

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