NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 Forrestal Dr Bear, DE 19701

Estimated Value: $587,000 - $665,375

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,033 Sq Ft
$154/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 26, 2021

Last sale price $520,000 $129 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,753/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of May 2021

Come see 217 Forrestal Drive in one of the most prestigious Communities in New Castle County … R.C. Peoples Caravel Farms, where great curb appeal, manicured landscape and covered front porch welcome you to this well cared for property. Upon arrival you are sure to notice the hardscaped front walkway and porch with the stunning 8 ft. circle. Situated on its 1.02- acre treed lot this home offers many notable features with 4033 sq. ft. heated and cooled living space above grade, 583 sq. ft. finished below grade with an additional 650 unfinished space for you to use as you wish. This updated and well cared for 2 story colonial offers many notable features and is ready for new owners to move in and start living. In addition to gleaming wood floors the home is adorned with slate foyer, crown molding, recessed lights, Wasco skylights in the family room, vaulted ceiling in the sunroom, brick wood-burning fireplace, gold trimmed wood stove that heats the entire first level and mini-split Sanyo system for heat and air conditioning in the Florida Room. Upon entering you will be immediately inspired by how the space flows seamlessly into different areas, creating the perfect atmosphere for entertaining. Through the front door enter the spacious 2-story foyer with slate flooring and immediately notice the oak turned staircase. On the right is the 22x13 ft. living room with crown molding and masonry wood burning fireplace with mantle. Proceeding straight ahead you enter the formal dining room decorated with crown molding and chair railing. The kitchen, fit for any chef, has been updated with Jenn Air cook top, oven and microwave in addition to stained oak cabinets and Quartz island with cooktop and overhand. Additionally, the kitchen features a L- shaped work area with Quartz countertop with oak cabinets for storage. A step down from the kitchen is the 30X15 ft. heated and air-conditioned Florida room. Here your breath will definitely be taken away. The 30x15 tiled Florida room is walls of windows and has vaulted wood ceiling, recessed lights, 3 Skylights, wood-burning stove and a separate zone heating and cooling heating system. The main level is perfect for summer, holiday and family gatherings year-round. The 26x13 ft. family room can be entered from the kitchen or foyer each with pocket doors. From the powder room and first floor laundry room area there are doors that lead to garage and/or the rear yard. Up to the second level and across the bridge you find 11x12 ft. Bedroom #4. Down the hall is Bedroom # 2 and 3, both generously sized with large closets. The 19x14 ft. master suite is complete with separate dressing beauty area, cabinets for storage and walk-in closet. The hall bath with double sinks and linen closet the upper level. Oh wait, that’s just the interior. Be sure to take in all the rear yard has to offer with the inground, cement, salt system swimming pool complete with diving board and swim-out. All this just in time to enjoy the summer lounging around the pool or simply relaxing gazing at the pond and beautifully landscaped yard. The sliding glass door in the Florida Room leads to the expanded patio and salt-water pool. Enjoy the outdoors behind the rear fenced yard overlooking the open space and pond. How convenient it will be enter the main living space through the two-car turned garage. Other updates include architectural 30-year shingles installed 12/2018, heat pump w/Oil backup installed 2012 and Florida room heat pump installed 2001. Hurry because the jewel will not last long! Call for your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samuel Elzie

(302) 358-4566 sb.barkley@yahoo.com Precision Real Estate Group LLC License #RS-0005609 Listed on: 04/16/2021

Co-Listed By

Edith Elzie

(704) 421-3363 eelzie@carolina.rr.com EXP Realty, LLC License #RB-0031441

Last Buyer's Agent

Christy Scarpa

(302) 983-4445 christy.scarpa@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #RS-0019578

BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,429

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 156.30 x 292.40
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned NC21

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Pond
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,033 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Indoor Grill
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Back Up Oil Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Private Pool
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • $50 Recreation Fee
  • Built by R.C. Peoples
  • Caravel Farms Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 050
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-027.00-050

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,429

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All appliances, Freestanding Freezer, Draperies, Curtains, Fireplace equipment, Ceiling fans Pool Equipment and Cover
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Freezer, Icemaker, Indoor Grill, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Stove - Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Bathroom 1, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Finished Percent: 50.00
  • Total Sq Ft: 4033
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4033
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 122.74
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4033
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Pond, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Covered Parking
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump - Oil Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: 50.00
  • Association Recreation Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs To Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Sideyard(s), Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 156.30 x 292.40
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 44431.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: R.C. Peoples

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4284.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5429.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-027.00-050
  • Tax Lot: 050
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2021
Closed on
May 26, 2021
Sold by
Buckalew George B and Buckalew Kathy
Bought by
Furio Giuseppe and Cristiano Immacolata
Seller's Agent
Samuel Elzie
Precision Real Estate Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Christy Scarpa
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
5.05%
Current Estimated Value
$622,344

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$102,344
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.05%
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Outstanding Balance
$335,509
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$286,835

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 1998
Bought by
Buckalew George B and Anderson Kat
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Furio Giuseppe -- None Available
Buckalew George B $233,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Furio Giuseppe $370,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Sold $520,000 +5.1% $129 / Sq Ft
04/20/2021 04/20/21 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2021 04/16/21 For Sale $495,000 -- $123 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,868 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2023 $5,707 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2022 $5,694 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2021 $5,574 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2020 $5,029 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2019 $4,526 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2018 $69 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2017 $4,495 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2016 $4,495 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2015 $4,095 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
2014 $4,093 $137,800 $18,100 $119,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC524696

Bright MLS

APN: 11-027.00-050