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    • $697,500

    73 Bristle Cone Dr, Bear, DE 19701

    4beds
    3,700sqft
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    $4,361/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1991
    1.32 Acres Lot
    $678,300 Zestimate®
    $189/sqft
    $3/mo HOA

    What's special

    Garage doorsBeautifully renovated hall bathPavers around pool areaThree large additional bedroomsCasual dining areaCarpeted and wooden-ceilinged sunroomSliding door in kitchen
    This exceptional R.C. Peoples custom-built colonial offers exceptional space, inside and outside, for comfortable living and for recreation. The cul-de-sac 1.32 acre lot is one of the largest in Hickory Woods. Recent improvements include: renovating both upstairs bathrooms, a new pool liner, a new retaining wall on the back side of the pool, resurfacing the deck (and replacing some deck joists) and adding an owned solar panel electric generating system. Enter from the open front porch through the double front doors to a large, two-story foyer with turned staircase. To the right is the large, carpeted living room with wood-burning fireplace, and behind is the large, wainscoted dining room with a bay window overlooking the rear yard. The handsomely renovated (2018) eat-in kitchen offers extensive cabinet, storage and counter space, pull-outs on lower cabinets, wine/beverage bar area, large island, pantry and a casual dining area, and a sliding door to the sunroom. The adjoining family room features beams, a wood-burning brick fireplace set in a long wall of built-in shelves, and a second door to the carpeted and wooden-ceilinged sunroom. Behind the two-car garage is a spacious mud and bathroom and laundry room area with LVP flooring and a door to the rear deck. The full bathroom was renovated in 2015 and…don’t miss that laundry room! The rear patio and huge deck and gazebo and pool area all have a beautiful view of the wooded lot. There are two sets of stairs to the partially-finished basement: one from the garage and one from the entry hall. The basement is full and half is finished; an open game room with an egress window, and an exercise room/office. The unfinished part has a workbench and ample storage space. Under the stairs you will find a wine storage area. Upstairs to the left is the primary bedroom suite featuring a walk-in closet with built-ins (hers), second closet (his), elegant, renovated bathroom, and the door to a rooftop deck. To the right are the three large additional bedrooms and the beautifully renovated hall bath. The pull-down attic stairs are in the hall. UPGRADES: garage doors (2011), whole house water softener (2011) which also includes water dispenser for drinking at the kitchen sink, front doors (2012), upgraded 200 amp electrical panel (2012), deck (2013), poured concrete patio (2013), pavers around pool area (2013), all windows (2014) including the bay window in the dining room, gutters (2014), roof (2016), sunroom with removable storm window panels (2017), finished basement with egress window (2020), sliding door in kitchen (2021), back door by the laundry room and interior garage door (2021), second driveway with 50amp plug (2022), salt water filter for pool (2023), water heater (2024). A one-of-a-kind home tucked away on a cul-de-sac and backing to a line of trees, offering the tranquility of country living, yet convenient to shopping, restaurants and commuter highways.
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    Listed by:

    Bayard Williams 302-743-0860,

    House of Real Estate 3022742503,

    Co-Listing Agent: Peter E. Dietz 302-547-9624,

    House of Real Estate

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2098976MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Recreation Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom, Balcony Access, Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 392 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 28
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 15
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 14
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 12
      Dining room
      • Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 15
      Exercise room
      • Level: Lower
      Family room
      • Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 420 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 X 28
      Kitchen
      • Features: Granite Counters, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 325 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 25
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Wood Burning, Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Carpet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 286 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 22
      Recreation room
      • Features: Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Lower
      Other
      • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 500 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20 X 25
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Electric, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater, Washer, Dryer, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Attic, Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Air Filter System, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage, Dry Wall
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Wood, Carpet
      • Doors: Double Entry
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Garage Access,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,700
      • Total interior livable area: 3,700 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,700
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 12
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, On Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 10
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Roof Deck
      • Exterior features: Barbecue, Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Stone Retaining Walls
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Fenced, Filtered, Private
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 1.32 Acres
      • Dimensions: 52.50 x 293.80
      • Features: Backs to Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Rear Yard, Front Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Wooded, SideYard(s), Suburban
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: 11038.00233
      • Zoning: NC21
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Excellent
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1991

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Cable, Fiber Optic, Satellite Internet Service
      Green energy
      • Energy generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Hickory Woods
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $35 annually
      Location
      • Region: Bear

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $189/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $700,900
      • Annual tax amount: $5,306
      • Date on market: 3/21/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,Conventional
      • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Freezer In Garage, Pool Equipment, Three Sheds
      • Exclusions: Refrigerator (negotiable)
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $678,300

        $644,000 - $712,000

        $3,531/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/17/2026Contingent$697,500$189/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2098976 Report a problem
        3/21/2026Listed for sale$697,500+9.8%$189/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2098976 Report a problem
        9/12/2024Sold$635,000$172/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/24/2024Sold$635,000+0.8%$172/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2060614 Report a problem
        5/15/2024Contingent$630,000$170/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2060614 Report a problem
        5/10/2024Listed for sale$630,000+88.1%$170/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2060614 Report a problem
        6/15/2011Sold$335,000-1.2%$91/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/15/2011Listed for sale$339,000-21.5%$92/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #5852916 Report a problem
        6/15/2006Sold$432,000$117/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $700,900 +418.4%
        2024$4,509 +10.3%$135,200
        2023$4,087 -4.6%$135,200
        2022$4,286 0%$135,200 +1%
        2021$4,287 +0.3%$133,900
        2020$4,274 +0.2%$133,900
        2019$4,266 +9.1%$133,900
        2017$3,909 +11.9%$133,900
        2016$3,494 $133,900
        2015$3,494 0%$133,900
        2014$3,495 $133,900
        2013-- $133,900 +5.7%
        2012-- $126,700
        2011-- $126,700
        2010-- $126,700
        2009-- $126,700
        2008-- $126,700
        2007-- $126,700
        2006-- $126,700
        2005-- $126,700
        2004-- $126,700
        2003-- $126,700 +2.7%
        2002-- $123,400
        2001-- $123,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19701

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
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        No Nearby Transit
        22 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Southern
        • Middle: Gunning Bedford
        • High: William Penn
        • District: Colonial

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