Welcome to this well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in the highly desirable Caravel Farms community! Situated on a spacious 0.76-acre lot, this property features a fenced backyard, a large rear deck, and plenty of outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting layout with generous living areas, an attached 2-car garage, and a full unfinished basement, offering endless possibilities for storage or future customization. This home is truly a must-see—don’t miss your opportunity to own in one of the area’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $510,000
$510,000
8 Congress Dr, Bear, DE 19701
5beds
2,175sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.76 Acres Lot
$524,400 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$2,855 Estimated rent
Home value
$524,400
$472,000 - $587,000
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Full unfinished basementBright and inviting layoutLarge rear deckFenced backyard
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Listed by:
Mike McDowell 302-312-6241,
Foraker Realty Co.
Bought with:
Jay Shinn, 5011042
RE/MAX Point Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2078248
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,175
- Total interior livable area: 2,175 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,175
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.76 Acres
- Dimensions: 140.00 x 235.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11032.00138
- 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
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bear
- Subdivision: Caravel Farms
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $20 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2025 | Sold | $510,000+3%$234/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2078248 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2025 | Pending sale | $495,000$228/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078248 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000+147.5%$228/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078248 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2001 | Sold | $200,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $460,400 +343.1% |
| 2024 | $3,924 +3.2% | $103,900 |
| 2023 | $3,803 +0.3% | $103,900 |
| 2022 | $3,793 -0.2% | $103,900 |
| 2021 | $3,802 -7.1% | $103,900 |
| 2020 | $4,093 +13.2% | $103,900 |
| 2019 | $3,617 +6.5% | $103,900 |
| 2017 | $3,398 +0.3% | $103,900 |
| 2016 | $3,389 | $103,900 |
| 2015 | $3,389 +9.8% | $103,900 |
| 2014 | $3,087 | $103,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $103,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $103,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19701
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Keene (William B.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Gauger-Cobbs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 1/10Glasgow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Christina
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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Estimated market value
$524,400
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Bear
- 19701
- 8 Congress Dr
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