OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2023 for $265K

$298,508

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,063/mo

•

1,300

sq ft

985 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 19701

About this home

Opportunity awaits at 985 Rue Madora Drive in the community of Forest Glen, Bear, DE. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome is ideal for anyone looking for a simplistic space to add their personal touches. As you enter through the covered doorway you’ll find gray vinyl plank flooring and the split level stairway. Downstairs you’ll discover a den/rec room with entry to your fenced yard and deck. The laundry is also on this level. The main floor offers a lovely open concept floor plan with a bay window in the family room providing an abundance of natural light. The large kitchen has ample crisp white cabinets, black and stainless steel appliances, subway tile black splash and a black and gray marble-style L-shaped counter great for morning coffee or gathering around with friends. Upstairs are two very spacious bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom. The primary room has a huge walk-in closet! The guest room is bright and inviting. There are also two additional closets in the hall. 985 Rue Madora Drive is nestled in a family friendly community and just minutes from major roadways offering an easy drive to Middletown, Newark and Wilmington. Schedule your tour today. This home will not last!

TownhomeProperty Type

1998Year Built

2,178 sq ftLot Size

$230Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Megan Aitken • Keller Williams Realty

•302-688-7653 (broker)

Bought with Gary Bright • Tesla Realty Group, LLC

•844-837-5274 (broker)

•info@teslarealtygroup.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2045728

Redfin Estimate

$298,508

$34K since sold in September 2023$0 since October

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This home's estimate is 4.5% higher than the average sale price ($286K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$325,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,625 sq ft
121 Valerie, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$254,000
B
2 beds1.5 baths1,225 sq ft
1013 San Remo Ct, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD OCT 8, 2026
$265,000
C
2 beds1.5 baths1,125 sq ft
654 Corsica Ave, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$320,000
D
2 beds1.5 baths1,400 sq ft
200 Vercelli Dr, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$300,000
E
2 beds2.5 baths1,625 sq ft
967 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 19701
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$249,900
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,075 sq ft
123 Whitburn Pl, Newark, DE 19702

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Market trends in 19701, DE

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.6%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$437K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

41d

2 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 985 Rue Madora

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2045728

Sep 5, 2023

Sold

$265,000

$204/sq ft

Aug 15, 2023

Pending

—

Jul 19, 2023

Contingent

—

Jul 11, 2023

Listed

$260,000

$200/sq ft

TREND #5587646

Oct 2, 2009

Sold

$170,000

$131/sq ft

Sep 1, 2009

Listed

$173,500

$133/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1005382934

Oct 2, 2009

Sold

$170,000

$131/sq ft

Sep 8, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Sep 1, 2009

Listed

$173,500

$133/sq ft

Gorgeous and well maintained townhome that shows like a model. Light, bright and airy, this recently painted home boasts pergo flooring throughout first floor, brand new carpeting on the 2nd floor, vaulted ceiling in MBR with walk-in closet and a spacious lower level walk-out family room with recessed lighting. This open floor plan townhome, has a rear wood deck leading to a fenced backyard (with a wonderful shade tree) and affords tons of privacy with the rear woods. There is still time for First-Time buyers ($7500 tax credit). Great location close to shopping and easy commutes. Priced to sell!

BRIGHT MLS #1008813516

Sep 2, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jul 14, 2009

Listed

$174,900

$135/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC398140

Nov 30, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Nov 30, 2000

Listed

$97,900

$75/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,925 (+30.8%)

$52,900 + $230,200

$283,100

2024

$2,237 (+2.7%)

$52,900 + $230,200

$283,100

2023

$2,178 (+0.7%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2022

$2,163 (+2.2%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2021

$2,117 (−1.9%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2020

$2,159 (+18.3%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2019

$1,826 (+2.3%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2018

$1,785 (+3.6%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2017

$1,724 (−16.7%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2016

$2,070 (+32.4%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2015

$1,563

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2014

$1,564 (+3.8%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2013

$1,507 (+1.9%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2012

$1,478

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

Tax history for 985 Rue Madora

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,925 (+30.8%)

$52,900 + $230,200

$283,100

2024

$2,237 (+2.7%)

$52,900 + $230,200

$283,100

2023

$2,178 (+0.7%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2022

$2,163 (+2.2%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2021

$2,117 (−1.9%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2020

$2,159 (+18.3%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2019

$1,826 (+2.3%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2018

$1,785 (+3.6%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2017

$1,724 (−16.7%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2016

$2,070 (+32.4%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2015

$1,563

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2014

$1,564 (+3.8%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2013

$1,507 (+1.9%)

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

2012

$1,478

$8,700 + $42,200

$50,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

18 ft.

Lot depth

110 ft.

Lot size

2,178 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,300

Year built

1998

Style

Townhouse

County

New Castle County

APN

1102820237

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Lot - # of Spaces: 2
Parking Lot

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2

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

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Full Bath, Half Bath

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $42,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 18.00 x 110.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $8,700

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $421
School Tax: $1,682
Tax Assessed Value: $50,900
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,103

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $145
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

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

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: USE GPS

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1102820237

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Keene (William B.) Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

7/10

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi

3/10

Glasgow High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being 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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Estimated sale price

$284,000 – $344,000

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Home values near 985 Rue Madora

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
976 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$305,530
993 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$297,252
978 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$296,546
969 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$313,275
974 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$299,789
972 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$246,076
980 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$326,149

Address	Redfin Estimate
971 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$308,331
995 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$298,172
991 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$304,391
983 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$306,735
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977 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1945 Sq. Ft.	$333,019
989 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$311,867

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979 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$291,774
997 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$249,888
1001 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$272,857
975 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2150 Sq. Ft.	$310,342
968 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$303,271
999 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1825 Sq. Ft.	$306,975
970 Rue Madora, Bear, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$262,169

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