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Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$141Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ms. Shelly Torbert• Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Spacious brick-front home on a 1/2 acre lot tucked away just south of Christiana. A tranquil setting yet convenient access to Christiana Hospital, the University of Delaware as well as Wilmington. Upon arriving, guests are greeted by twin doors opening into a two-story foyer with wood flooring and a turned staircase. The family room also features a 2-story ceiling complete with ample natural sunlight and a fireplace for those cool winter evenings. A study sits just off the family room. The room sizes listed here are estimated. The basement has been finished and has walkout access to the rear yard. There is also a full bathroom on the lower level. The rear deck provides the opportunity to unwind overlooking a private rear yard. Home does need some work. This property is being sold in its current condition.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC127996
Jan 30, 2007
Sold
$439,900
$96/sq ft
Jan 11, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 12, 2006
Listed
$439,900
$96/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC288380
May 3, 1995
Listed
$213,315
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,357 (+3.8%)
$104,300 + $448,700
$553,000
2024
$4,198 (+9.4%)
$104,300 + $448,700
$553,000
2023
$3,837 (−4.0%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2022
$3,995
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2021
$3,994 (−0.6%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2020
$4,019 (+2.6%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2019
$3,919 (+1.5%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2018
$3,863 (+6.7%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2017
$3,619 (+12.2%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2016
$3,225
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2015
$3,225 (−0.6%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2014
$3,243 (+2.3%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2013
$3,170 (+15.9%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2012
$2,735
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
Tax history for 41 Emerald Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,357 (+3.8%)
$104,300 + $448,700
$553,000
2024
$4,198 (+9.4%)
$104,300 + $448,700
$553,000
2023
$3,837 (−4.0%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2022
$3,995
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2021
$3,994 (−0.6%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2020
$4,019 (+2.6%)
$14,200 + $106,500
$120,700
2019
$3,919 (+1.5%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2018
$3,863 (+6.7%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2017
$3,619 (+12.2%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2016
$3,225
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2015
$3,225 (−0.6%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2014
$3,243 (+2.3%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2013
$3,170 (+15.9%)
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
2012
$2,735
$14,200 + $103,700
$117,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
88 ft.
Lot depth
250 ft.
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,075
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1200140004
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: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Private
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
Door Features: Double Entry, French, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
Directions: Follow Route 7 South toward Bear. Community is past Route 71 on the right hand side Enter community, take first right on Emerald Ridge Drive. Follow to house #41
Road Surface Type: Black Top, Concrete
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,075
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1200140004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
Penn (William) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° 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
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Estimated sale price
$615,000 – $745,000
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