BACK ON THE MARKET AGAIN , inspection report avaliable upon request .. Welcome to 719 Cardinal Ave in Bear, DE — a beautifully updated ranch home offering spacious one-floor living on nearly half an acre! Recent upgrades include an architectural shingled roof, solar-powered exterior lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, and a stainless-steel refrigerator. This home features 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a formal living room, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a cozy family room that flows seamlessly to a massive deck — the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Conveniently located just a short walk to public transportation, this home is ideal for commuters and families alike. But the true showstopper is the 960 sq. ft. detached garage — a versatile space with endless possibilities! Use it for a home-run business, storage for all your toys, or even explore converting it into an accessory dwelling unit for additional income potential. All of this, just minutes from Route 1 and only two blocks from Route 40, makes this centrally located property a must-see.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
719 Cardinal Ave, Bear, DE 19701
3beds
1,975sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.4 Acres Lot
$324,200 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$2,531 Estimated rent
Home value
$324,200
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Fresh paintArchitectural shingled roofSeparate dining roomCozy family roomStainless-steel refrigeratorSolar-powered exterior lightingEat-in kitchen
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Listed by:
Robyn Roberts 302-607-1622,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana
Bought with:
CAROL WICK, RS-0022463
Bryan Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2088380
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 22
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 24
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,975
- Total interior livable area: 1,975 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,975
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 4
- Details: Garage Sqft: 960
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 175.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10034.30002
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Zoning description: NC6.5 - UDC - SINGLE FAMILY - 6500 SF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Phone, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bear
- Subdivision: Fairwinds
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Sold | $400,000-3.6%$203/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Pending sale | $415,000$210/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $415,000-1.2%$210/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $420,000$213/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Pending sale | $420,000$213/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $420,000-1.5%$213/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $426,500-0.4%$216/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Price change | $428,000-0.1%$217/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $428,500-0.2%$217/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Price change | $429,500+0.1%$217/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $429,000$217/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Contingent | $429,000$217/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $429,000-2.3%$217/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Price change | $439,000-1.1%$222/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $444,000+5.7%$225/sqft |
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| 8/3/2025 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 7/13/2025 | Price change | $3,200-3%$2/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,300-5.7%$2/sqft |
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| 7/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/19/2022 | Pending sale | $419,900+5%$213/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX International #DENC2030822 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2022 | Sold | $400,000-4.7%$203/sqft |
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| 9/19/2022 | Pending sale | $419,900$213/sqft |
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| 9/15/2022 | Contingent | $419,900$213/sqft |
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| 9/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $419,900+94.4%$213/sqft |
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| 6/22/2022 | Sold | $216,000$109/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $384,000 +578.4% |
| 2024 | $1,888 +11.2% | $56,600 |
| 2023 | $1,698 -5.4% | $56,600 |
| 2022 | $1,794 0% | $56,600 |
| 2021 | $1,795 -0.7% | $56,600 |
| 2020 | $1,807 +0.2% | $56,600 |
| 2019 | $1,803 +9.1% | $56,600 |
| 2017 | $1,653 +11.9% | $56,600 |
| 2016 | $1,477 | $56,600 |
| 2015 | $1,477 0% | $56,600 |
| 2014 | $1,477 | $56,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $56,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19701
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Wilbur (Kathleen H.) ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 4.6 mi
- 3/10Bedford (Gunning) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- New Castle County
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- 719 Cardinal Ave
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