Proudly offered by its original owner, this beautifully maintained two-story home blends timeless curb appeal and everyday comfort. The exterior features a classic brick-and-siding façade, a welcoming covered front porch, and a two-car garage with a wide concrete driveway. Step inside the two-story foyer that opens to a formal front living room with large windows that flood the space with natural light. In the center of the home, you have the kitchen, which offers rich cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, and updated LVP flooring that seamlessly connects to the formal dining area and the impressive family room. The extended family room has vaulted ceilings, built-in shelving, and a sliding glass door just waiting for a new deck or patio. One of the standout features of the first floor is the versatile sunroom—complete with a wood-paneled ceiling, vibrant accent wall, and walls of windows just perfect for a home office, hobby space, or relaxation retreat. Heading upstairs, you will find two bedrooms, a full bath, and the primary suite. The extra-large primary suite features ample closet space and a full ensuite bathroom. Don't forget the full basement, perfect for storage or an at-home gym that already has a half bath with it! Everything the inside has to offer, the outside has even more, with mature landscaping and an abundance of plants that only come from years of love and care. Have peace of mind with updated flooring, paint, and a newer water heater and HVAC. This home will be gone before you know it; with its convenient location to 95, RT1, shopping, and more, make your appointment today!
Sold for $450,000
$450,000
254 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE 19701
3beds
1,925sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$459,600 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$2,756 Estimated rent
Home value
$459,600
$414,000 - $510,000
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Updated flooringVibrant accent wallMature landscapingAbundance of plantsFull basementVaulted ceilingsWood-paneled ceiling
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Listed by:
Morgan Benson 302-584-4859,
Century 21 Gold Key Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Danielle L Benson 302-983-0147,
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
Bought with:
Dave Watlington, RSR000878
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2087590
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1069
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Sliding
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,994
- Total interior livable area: 1,925 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,925
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70.00 x 120.00
- Features: Level, Rear Yard, Front Yard, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10043.40071
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Scarborough Manor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bear
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $49,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,361
- Date on market: 8/14/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Outdoor Swing, Interior Paint, Desk, And Chair In The Basement
- Exclusions: Bookcase In The Basement, All Potted Plants
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $450,000+0%$234/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2087590 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Contingent | $449,900$234/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2087590 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $449,900-2.2%$234/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2087590 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $459,900$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2087590 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $399,800 +390% |
| 2024 | $2,067 +13% | $81,600 |
| 2023 | $1,829 -4.7% | $81,600 |
| 2022 | $1,920 -4.8% | $81,600 +1.9% |
| 2021 | $2,016 +2% | $80,100 |
| 2020 | $1,976 +0.2% | $80,100 |
| 2019 | $1,973 +9.5% | $80,100 |
| 2017 | $1,802 +25.2% | $80,100 |
| 2016 | $1,440 | $80,100 |
| 2015 | $1,440 -0.1% | $80,100 |
| 2014 | $1,441 | $80,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $80,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $80,100 |
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Neighborhood: 19701
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Wilbur (Kathleen H.) ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 3/10Bedford (Gunning) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kathleen H. Wilbur
- Middle: Gunning Bedford
- High: William Penn
- District: Colonial
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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