$369,900
SOLD MAY 12, 2026

5 Worthy Down Ave Bear, DE 19701

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,825 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 12, 2026

$203 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2026

Motivated Seller!!! Welcome to 5 Worthy Down Ave in Bear, DE. A spacious split-level home located in the Porter Square community. This home offers great potential for buyers looking to add their personal touch. Located on a corner lot, featuring a 1-car garage, a fully fenced backyard, and a full-size finished basement providing additional living or recreation space. The layout offers comfortable living areas with plenty of opportunity for modern updates and customization. Conveniently located near major routes, shopping, dining, and local amenities. A great opportunity to make this home your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Madelyn Hulsey

(302) 239-3000 ssedita@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin Brokerage Phone: 3022393000 License #5022641 Listed on: 03/18/2026

Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Aitken

(302) 688-7653 Meganaitken@kw.com Keller Williams Realty License #RE0020721

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,480

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 72.20 x 103.00
  • Property is in average condition
  • Property is zoned NCPUD

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Porter Square Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 048
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-032.30-048

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,480

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

7,841 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level, Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: All personal property
  • Inclusions: Pellet Stove, Kitchen buffet cabinet, Home Warranty at no cost to buyer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Partial
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1825
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1825
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 250.78
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1475
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 350
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 200.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Dimensions: 72.20 x 103.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7841.00
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Zoning: NCPUD
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3480.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-032.30-048
  • Tax Lot: 048
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 18, 2026
Closed on
May 12, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Madelyn Hulsey
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Megan Aitken
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$369,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,100
-1.36%
Views
179

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 4, 2019
Closed on
Sep 4, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rob Hansen
Weichert Realtors Cornerstone
Buyer's Agent
Ray Dudkewitz
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
List Price
$238,500
Sold Price
$235,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.98%
Original Mortgage
$231,233
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,250
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $295,920 None Listed On Document
Deed $235,500 Kirsh Title Services Inc
Deed $215,000 --
Deed $163,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $231,233 FHA
Previous Owner $172,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $166,250 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/12/2026 05/12/26 Sold $369,900 0.0% $203 / Sq Ft
04/02/2026 04/02/26 Price Changed $369,900 -1.4% $203 / Sq Ft
03/18/2026 03/18/26 For Sale $375,000 +59.2% $205 / Sq Ft
09/04/2019 09/04/19 Sold $235,500 -1.3% $110 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/22/2019 07/22/19 Pending -- -- --
07/04/2019 07/04/19 For Sale $238,500 -- $111 / 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 $2,839 $336,800 $82,300 $254,500
2024 $2,606 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2023 $2,538 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2022 $2,520 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2021 $2,466 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2020 $2,398 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2019 $2,318 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2018 $92 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2017 $1,992 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2016 $1,992 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2015 $1,822 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
2014 $1,823 $59,300 $11,900 $47,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2098796

Bright MLS

APN: 11-032.30-048

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