$550,000
SOLD MAR 26, 2025

49 Karens Way Bear, DE 19701

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,950 Sq Ft
0.53 Acres

Recently Sold

$282 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Filtered Pool
  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Olive B. Loss Elementary School Rated A+
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to your dream home! Located above the C & D Canal and serviced by the Appoquinimink school district this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence features a spacious first-floor primary en suite, perfect for convenience and privacy. Enjoy entertaining in the backyard which is completely fenced and a luxurious in-ground saltwater pool, all nestled on a generous half-acre lot. The attached 2 car garage provides ample storage and parking. . Along with numerous upgrades the owner's have completed a pre-inspection of the home and made the minor repairs. Seller's are paying to have the pool opened in the Spring and serviced. Owner's would prefer an end of March settlement but are open to negotiations. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your own. Showings begin Tuesday, January 21st.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anne Menaquale

RE/MAX Associates - Newark License #4009136 Listed on: 01/21/2025

RE/MAX Associates - Newark

Last Buyer's Agent

H. Peter Tran

PREMIER REALTY INC License #RM060665A

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,454

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 115.00 x 201.50
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Decorative Fence
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned NC21

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,950 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room Overlook on Second Floor
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Garden Views
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Pool

  • Filtered Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Vinyl Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Permits for Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Amberwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 111
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-041.40-111

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,454

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Property
  • Inclusions: Shelving in garage and basement, pool robot vacuum, 2 chaise lounges on pool patio, patio umbrella, ping pong table in basement.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-01-21
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to your dream home! Located above the C & D Canal and serviced by the Appoquinimink school district this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence features a spacious first-floor primary en suite, perfect for convenience and privacy. Enjoy entertaining in the backyard which is completely fenced and a luxurious in-ground saltwater pool, all nestled on a generous half-acre lot. The attached 2 car garage provides ample storage and parking. . Along with numerous upgrades the owner's have completed a pre-inspection of the home and made the minor repairs. Seller's are paying to have the pool opened in the Spring and serviced. Owner's would prefer an end of March settlement but are open to negotiations. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your own. Showings begin Tuesday, January 21st.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Built-In Range, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In, Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Curved Staircase, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 6
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, 2nd Stry Fam Ovrlk, Bathroom 2, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1950
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1950
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 282.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1950
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 49

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights, Outbuilding(s), Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks
  • Pool Features: Fenced, Filtered, In Ground, Permits, Saltwater, Vinyl
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 250.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District Key: 300200396893
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Split Rail, Decorative
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • Lot Dimensions: 115.00 x 201.50
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 23087.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Dogs Ok, Cats Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2754.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3454.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-041.40-111
  • Tax Lot: 111
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1950
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 03/26/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2007
Sold by
Walsh Jeanne M
Bought by
Borkowski Michael E and Borbowski Gina M
Current Estimated Value
$545,002

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $334,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $184,500 New Conventional
Closed $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $210,000 Unknown
Closed $204,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/26/2025 03/26/25 Sold $550,000 0.0% $282 / Sq Ft
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2025 01/21/25 For Sale $549,900 -- $282 / 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 $3,761 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2023 $3,225 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2022 $3,234 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2021 $3,195 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2020 $3,159 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2019 $3,179 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2018 $2,839 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2017 $2,724 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2016 $2,480 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2015 $2,414 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
2014 $2,421 $86,900 $15,300 $71,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2074406

Bright MLS

APN: 11-041.40-111