OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2016 for $169K

$326,701

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,264/mo

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560 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701

About this home

Darling house on just under 1/2 acre located in none development, country setting with lots of wild life. Huge detached garage with large workshop and offer tons of possibilities. Beautiful Florida room adds to the space of the home. Basement with outside entrance has multiple sections that with some work and imagination will offer the new buyer(s) more living space. Great home for someone just starting out. Florida/Family room offers separate Mitsubishi Split-type heating and A/C unite. New plumbing and new hot water heater.

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lynne Holt • Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown

•302-285-5100 (broker)

•dwatlington@psre.com (broker)

Bought with David Sordelet • BHHS Fox & Roach-Newark

•302-368-1621 (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1003961321

Redfin Estimate

$326,701

$157K since sold in December 2016$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 29.6% lower than the average sale price ($464K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$479,900
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft
106 Michael Ln, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$395,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths1,825 sq ft
247 Emelia Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$480,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,850 sq ft
922 Sugar Pine Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$463,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft
622 Clifton Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$503,000
E
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

99.7%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$443K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

101

9 MoM

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$510,000
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NEW 14 HRS AGO
$569,900
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4 Wellspring Dr, Bear, DE 19701
(302) 368-1621
NEW 20 HRS AGO
$29,999
2 beds1 bath924 sq ft
1929 Brian Cir #637, Bear, DE 19701
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OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$359,900
2 beds2 baths1,425 sq ft
240 W Red Lion Dr W, Bear, DE 19701
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COMING SOON
$469,900
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30 Lochview Dr, Bear, DE 19701
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
$65,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1839 Sonya Way, Bear, DE 19701
$550,000
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COMING SOON
$599,900
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6 Winchester, Bear, DE 19701
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$599,000
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Sale history for 560 Howell School Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,525 (+79.0%)

$90,700 + $242,900

$333,600

2024

$1,411 (+10.3%)

$90,700 + $242,900

$333,600

2023

$1,279 (−4.6%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2022

$1,341

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2021

$1,341 (−0.7%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2020

$1,350 (+0.2%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2019

$1,348 (+1.9%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2018

$1,322 (+7.1%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2017

$1,235 (+1,076.2%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2016

$105

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2015

$105 (+12.9%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2014

$93 (+0.8%)

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

2013

$92 (+23.4%)

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

2012

$75

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

Tax history for 560 Howell School Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,525 (+79.0%)

$90,700 + $242,900

$333,600

2024

$1,411 (+10.3%)

$90,700 + $242,900

$333,600

2023

$1,279 (−4.6%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2022

$1,341

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2021

$1,341 (−0.7%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2020

$1,350 (+0.2%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2019

$1,348 (+1.9%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2018

$1,322 (+7.1%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2017

$1,235 (+1,076.2%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2016

$105

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2015

$105 (+12.9%)

$9,200 + $33,100

$42,300

2014

$93 (+0.8%)

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

2013

$92 (+23.4%)

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

2012

$75

$9,200 + $32,000

$41,200

*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

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

200 ft.

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

960

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1104300017

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: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
R-Factor Ceilings: 30

Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

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

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
R-Factor Ext Walls: 30
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Features: Open
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 X 200
Tidal Water: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $42,300
Tax Year: 2015
Tax Annual Amount: $1,104

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
100 Amp Service
Propane
Heating Fuel: Bottled Gas/Propane
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: COLONIAL

Location Information
Cross Street: NONE
Directions: From Rt 896 to Howell School Rd. House is on right near end of Howell School Rd.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1104300017

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Southern Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi

3/10

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi

3/10

Penn (William) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Historical weather

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

$311,000 – $376,000

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Home values near 560 Howell School Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
618 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$455,472
550 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$316,142

Address	Redfin Estimate
606 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1454 Sq. Ft.	$379,829
542 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1137 Sq. Ft.	$423,709

Address	Redfin Estimate
568 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3275 Sq. Ft.	$597,648
611 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2675 Sq. Ft.	$524,925

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