$540,000
SOLD AUG 14, 2026

42 Emerald Ridge Dr Bear, DE 19701

Kirkwood Neighborhood
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,565 Sq Ft
0.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 14, 2026

$211 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of August 2026

This home is located at 42 Emerald Ridge Dr, Bear, DE 19701 and is currently priced at $540,000, approximately $210 per square foot. This property was built in 1993. 42 Emerald Ridge Dr is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School, Gunning Bedford Middle School, and Red Lion Christian Academy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Carney

(610) 822-3356 kenenochs@compass.com Compass RE Brokerage Phone: 6108223356 License #RS224157L Listed on: 06/19/2026

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Mercedes Cuff

(888) 893-3537 elzie.edith@gmail.com Epique Realty License #RS-351639

Epique Realty
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,685

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 21,780 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85.00 x 257.40
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned NC21

HOA Fees

  • $13 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Bar
  • Wainscoting
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Emerald Ridge Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 046
  • Assessor Parcel Number 12-001.40-046

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,685

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

HOA Fees

$13 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 6/19/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Bar, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2565
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2565
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 238.20
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2225
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 340
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 340
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 150.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.50
  • Lot Dimensions: 85.00 x 257.40
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 21780.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2803.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3685.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12-001.40-046
  • Tax Lot: 046
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 16, 2015
Closed on
Feb 25, 2015
Sold by
Blaisdell Michael J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Blaisdell
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Carney
Compass RE
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$317,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%
Original Mortgage
$301,150
Outstanding Balance
$223,623
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$303,289

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2014
Sold by
Burris Michael A
Bought by
Oak View Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2001
Sold by
Tiberi Dante A and Tiberi Starr
Bought by
Burris Michael A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
7.16%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $237,733 None Available
Deed $210,000 Kirsh Title Services Inc
Deed $213,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $301,150 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $225,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/14/2026 08/14/26 Sold $540,000 +1.9% $211 / Sq Ft
07/13/2026 07/13/26 Price Changed $530,000 -7.0% $207 / Sq Ft
06/19/2026 06/19/26 For Sale $569,999 0.0% $222 / Sq Ft
06/13/2026 06/13/26 Price Changed $569,999 -- $222 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $3,193 $467,600 $104,300 $363,300
2024 $3,078 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2023 $2,813 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2022 $2,930 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2021 $2,928 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2020 $2,947 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2019 $3,366 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2018 $2,899 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2017 $2,717 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2016 $2,421 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2015 $2,421 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
2014 $2,435 $88,500 $14,200 $74,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2100170

Bright MLS

APN: 12-001.40-046

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