NOTE: THIS HOME IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Homeowner still lives at the home - please do not walk on the property without an Appointment with a Realtor or Listing Agent. Surveillance Cameras on property. Thank you. Welcome Home! to this beautiful full brick ranch home boasting 3 bedrooms 2.5 bath, a 4-season sunroom leading to a spacious refinished exterior deck, and a grandioso detached 3-car garage and a newer pole barn that offers 2 additional enclosed parking spots! This home is magnificent and exceptional in its picturesque layout on a 3-acre parcel that offers privacy and space with peaceful living . Discover this contemporary, generous sized open floor plan perfect for relaxation and entertainment. This home is updated throughout the last several years ! Pride in ownership. Professional painting and cleaned carpets. Updated kitchen cabinets and recess lighting; stainless steel appliances, including a Newer premier refrigerator; exorbitant family and dining areas; a sunroom with a vaulted ceiling , rustic beams with lighting, skylights and ceramic tile flooring; and main floor laundry/mudroom. The extra spacious open floor plan is a definitely a Wow Factor and offers a beautiful brick wood burning fireplace as its centerpiece and an impressive gathering room for entertaining guests. The 4-season sunroom overlooks a beautiful private parcel accentuated with edge habitat in the back yard of the property that is frequently visited by wildlife. The is a special place where Mama's Garden was located for many years and homegrown vegetables and small shrubbery were tendered to with love and appreciated by all that visited. Inside, the bedrooms and baths are all up-to-date with newer ceramic tile, vanities, lighting, tub/shower, toilets, vanities, mirrors and lighting. The full basement can be refinished into additional living space as it already has HVAC (6) registers and 1 air return; and a newer emergency backup subjet sump pump . An Energy Audit was conducted and this home has additional energy saving solutions in place to keep the home cool in the summer and warm in the winter to help lower energy bills. The Septic Inspection and Certificate of Inspection has been completed in advance - so there are no worries. Other additional newer updates include the chimney was repointed, driveway blacktopped, the addition of a new pole barn; the primary bedroom closet enhancement and other amenities noted in seller disclosure. This home is centrally located close to Newark, Peoples Plaza Shopping Center, restaurants, shopping, and other conveniences. This is a dream home and location well cared for throughout the years . It is a beautiful home to live your life and create new special memories! Schedule your showing today !
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michele Coviello• Century 21 Gold Key Realty
•302-369-5397 (broker)
•newarkoffice@c21gk.com (broker)
Bought with Alexis Shupe• BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Ride along a tranquil road to find clean lines of an iconic mid-century modern ranch style home! Contemporary, streamlined, easy-living awaits after rolling past 3 acres of serene open space. A handsome recessed entry leads into the spacious single-floor, living space, freshly updated in a pleasurable palette. The classic fireplace anchors the relaxing living area that extends into an airy sunroom with vaulted ceiling and refreshing views of the wooded natural boundary at the rear of the lawn; what an energizing space to start the day! On one side, the open floor plan flows into the massive dining and kitchen area boasting clean subway tile backspace, tile flooring, new stainless appliances, unending storage, granite counters and huge island where everyone will find a place to perch on stools and gather for festive meals. The large wood deck invites outdoor living and BBQ dining space just outside. Entertaining will be a dream! On the other side, find 3 generously sized bedrooms including all new touches in the master suite and hall bath. Off the kitchen is the convenient and bright mud-room, laundry and rear entrance. A detached 3-car garage with full electrical panel and parking area are steps away. Public water, new, inspected and/or approved systems and septic eliminate any worry of essential mechanical functions. Cheery days and tranquil evenings can be found on this refreshing ranch in Bear! Convenient shopping, entertainment and restaurants can be found nearby along Rt 40 and Rt 7 including the Christiana Mall complex, commutable to Newark, Wilmington and points via 95, and within minutes of State Parks, historic sites, theaters, museums, sports and University of Delaware.
Public Records
Oct 1, 1984
Sold
$30,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,911 (+4.8%)
$160,000 + $356,800
$516,800
2024
$3,732 (+10.3%)
$160,000 + $356,800
$516,800
2023
$3,383 (−4.6%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2022
$3,548
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2021
$3,548 (−0.7%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2020
$3,572 (+0.2%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2019
$3,565 (+10.3%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2018
$3,233 (+7.1%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2017
$3,019 (+11.9%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2016
$2,698 (−8.4%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2015
$2,946 (+1.6%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2014
$2,900 (+9.8%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2013
$2,640 (+16.3%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2012
$2,270
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
Tax history for 677 Old Porter Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,911 (+4.8%)
$160,000 + $356,800
$516,800
2024
$3,732 (+10.3%)
$160,000 + $356,800
$516,800
2023
$3,383 (−4.6%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2022
$3,548
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2021
$3,548 (−0.7%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2020
$3,572 (+0.2%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2019
$3,565 (+10.3%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2018
$3,233 (+7.1%)
$25,000 + $86,900
$111,900
2017
$3,019 (+11.9%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2016
$2,698 (−8.4%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2015
$2,946 (+1.6%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2014
$2,900 (+9.8%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2013
$2,640 (+16.3%)
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
2012
$2,270
$25,000 + $78,400
$103,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
253 ft.
Lot depth
513 ft.
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,282
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1005200081
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
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Suburban District
This district permits a wide range of residential uses. This district includes all the newly developing areas designated as growth areas in the Comprehensive Development Plan.; This district permits moderate to high density development and a full range of residential uses in a manner consistent with providing a high quality suburban character. Significant areas of open space and/or landscaping shall be provided to maintain the balance between green space and buildings that characterize suburban character. The highest densities are permitted in designed communities, hamlets and villages through the use of Smart Code techniques.; This district is not intended to be used for fully developed areas. Fully developed areas are zoned Neighborhood Conservation (NC). The Suburban District is used for in-fill tracts containing at least 5 acres or where New Castle County seeks to redevelop the area to suburban character.