Seller's Agent in 2025
Judy Chen
BHHS Fox & Roach
(302) 766-2373
5 in this area
122 Total Sales
157 Hammersmith Way Bear, DE 19701
Kirkwood Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,300
Sq Ft
7,840
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Alfred G. Waters Middle School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of July 2025Rarely Available Smart Home in Prime Location! Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom Wi-Fi Certified Smart Home, built just 5 years ago and filled with high-tech features and energy-saving upgrades. Step inside to discover gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level, 9-foot ceilings, and an open-concept layout designed for today’s lifestyle. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, a chef’s dream featuring upgraded 42” shaker cabinets with crown molding, a double wall oven, a built-in microwave, and elegant finishes. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the open-concept great room, perfect for entertaining. Adjacent to the great room is a convenient first-floor in-law suite, offering flexible living options for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom provides a true retreat with a large walk-in closet and a luxurious 5-piece upgraded bathroom oasis. You’ll also find a versatile loft perfect for a home office or kids' play area, along with three additional oversized bedrooms, each with large closets. Enjoy tile flooring in all bathrooms and the laundry room. The unfinished dry basement with 9-foot walls and rough-in plumbing is ready for your custom finishing—ideal for additional living space, a gym, or extra storage. Stay comfortable and save on energy with a 90% energy-efficient gas furnace and a dual-zone HVAC system.
Located in the award-winning Appoquinimink School District, this home sits in a prime neighborhood location, within walking distance to Lums Pond State Park, and close to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—schedule your private tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 766-2373 judy.chen@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #RS362602 Listed on: 05/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,281
Year Built
- Built in 2020
Lot Details
- 7,840 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Poured Concrete
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,300 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Loft
- Efficiency Studio
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Carpet
- Rough-In
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Front Loading Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Sump Pump
- Rough-In Basement Bathroom
- Basement Windows
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
Outdoor Features
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Crystal Run Elementary School
- Alfred G Waters Middle School
- Appoquinimink High School
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Built by LENNAR
- Colony At Summit Bridge East Subdivision, The Georgetown Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 253
- Assessor Parcel Number 11-037.30-253
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 9, 2025
Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Chen Shih-Ping
Bought by
Kadel Santosh and Pandey Jyoti
Seller's Agent
Judy Chen
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Dipak Bhatta
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$799,999
Sold Price
$730,001
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,998
-8.75%
Views
128
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.11%
Original Mortgage
$438,000
Outstanding Balance
$438,000
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$304,622
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Calatlantic Group Inc
Bought by
Chen Shih Ping
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $730,001 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $492,375 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $438,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Sold | $730,001 | -2.7% | $221 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2025 06/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Price Changed | $749,990 | -2.5% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Price Changed | $769,000 | -3.9% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | For Sale | $799,999 | 0.0% | $242 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Price Changed | $799,999 | -- | $242 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,281 | $122,200 | $11,600 | $110,600 |
| 2023 | $4,514 | $122,200 | $11,600 | $110,600 |
| 2022 | $4,521 | $122,200 | $11,600 | $110,600 |
| 2021 | $203 | $122,200 | $11,600 | $110,600 |
| 2020 | $203 | $5,800 | $5,800 | $0 |
| 2019 | $181 | $5,800 | $5,800 | $0 |
| 2018 | $181 | $5,800 | $5,800 | $0 |
| 2017 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Judy Chen
-
Jinhong Shi
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jinhong Shi
BHHS Fox & Roach
2 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Dipak Bhatta
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Dipak Bhatta
Coldwell Banker Realty
(757) 287-8882
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2080168
APN: 11-037.30-253
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