NOT LISTED FOR SALE

733 Observatory Dr Bear, DE 19701

Estimated Value: $413,000 - $458,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 15, 2021

Last sale price $370,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,686/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 24-Hour Security
  • Clubhouse
  • Wood Flooring
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Great Room

About This Home

As of June 2021

Welcome to Meridian Crossing! This beautiful well-maintained end unit is now available for its new owners. This large 3 bedroom, 2 full baths, and 2 half bath townhome with over 2,500 sqft have 3 floors of living space and many tasteful upgrades along the way to include fresh paint throughout the home, renovated bathrooms, upgraded light fixtures, a finished lower level with all new flooring, and more. Entering the home you will find a generously sized living space with all new flooring throughout, new smart laundry appliances, a simply gorgeous half bath, and the 2 car garage access with full entry from the rear along with another side door access. The main level is open and spacious with beautiful hardwood floors, large windows for natural light, beautiful new paint through the entire home, recessed LED lights, an open dining room, and another half bath upgraded with modern features. The kitchen is stunning with elegant cabinets for storage, granite countertops, an additional island for more counter space, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, pendant lights, and a complimenting tile backsplash. The breakfast area leads to a low-maintenance composite deck through sliding glass doors where there is ample space for lounging and entertaining guests. The upper level is where you’ll find all 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom offers abundant light and space with a walk-in closet, a master bath with double vanity, jetted soaking tub, stand-up shower with bench, and a private restroom. The additional 2 bedrooms are generously sized with good closet space and share the hall bath, the 2nd full bath, with double vanity sinks and a shower tub combo. The home is located within a few steps of an expansive park which includes a soccer and baseball field, tennis court, basketball court, playground, and walking trails. This well-established, low-maintenance neighborhood has tons of amenities to include a community pool, fitness center, picnic areas and ponds, movie rooms, and more! Located near major highways, shopping, and restaurants. Come fall in love and schedule your appointment today! This home will not disappoint!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Bautista-Diaz

(304) 433-6273 angeladawncloses@gmail.com Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach License #RS-0024283 Listed on: 04/26/2021

Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach

Co-Listed By

Andrew Bryan

(302) 242-4328 andrewbryanbrg@gmail.com Bryan Realty Group License #RB-0030961

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Chen

(302) 766-2373 judy.chen@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #RS362602

BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,780

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $126 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Secure Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen in Efficiency Studio
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted
  • Laminate
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level

Home Security

  • Monitored
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Flood Lights

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Playground

Schools

  • William Penn High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Water Treatment System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 203
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-048.30-203

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, health club, lawn maintenance, pool(s), snow removal, trash
  • Meridian Crossing Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Security

  • 24-Hour Security
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,780

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$126 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Property
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2021-04-26
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminated, Partially Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic/House Fan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 148.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • 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
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Play Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway, Private, Secure Parking
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Parking Lot
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Exterior Cameras, Monitored, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable, DSL, Broadband, Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 126.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Swimming Pool, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Health Club, Lawn Maintenance, Pool(s), Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: WILLIAM PENN

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 80700.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 6400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3920.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
  • Zoning: ST
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2331797
  • School Tax: 2059.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2780.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-048.30-203
  • Tax Lot: 203
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2021
Closed on
Jun 1, 2021
Sold by
Calledor Ma Iza Conceocio Shea and Bautista Allain
Bought by
Santos Gayle S and Yang Kevin
Seller's Agent
Angela Bautista-Diaz
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach
Buyer's Agent
Judy Chen
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,100
5.74%
Current Estimated Value
$440,102

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,102
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.95%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Outstanding Balance
$267,991
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$172,111

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2019
Closed on
Sep 16, 2019
Sold by
Mohanty Laura
Bought by
Valledor Ma Iza Concepcio Shea and Bautista Allain
Seller's Agent
Matt Fetick
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Angela Bautista-Diaz
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
3.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.70%
Original Mortgage
$304,385
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2016
Closed on
Jul 28, 2016
Sold by
Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb
Bought by
Mohanty Laura
Seller's Agent
Shirley McAllister
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Boyer
Empower Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2016
Sold by
Sheriff Of New Castle County
Bought by
Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb and Christiana Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2014
Sold by
Taiji Marino Anthony T and Taiji Mario
Bought by
Marino Anthony T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2011
Sold by
Reybold Venture Group Xi-C Llc
Bought by
Marino Anthony T and Marino Taiji

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$278,539
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Santos Gayle S -- None Available
Valledor Ma Iza Concepcio Shea $310,000 None Available
Mohanty Laura $260,000 None Available
Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb $262,958 None Available
Marino Anthony T -- None Available
Marino Anthony T $285,785 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Santos Gayle S $296,000
Previous Owner Valledor Ma Iza Concepcio Shea $304,385
Previous Owner Marino Anthony T $278,539
Closed Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $370,000 0.0% $148 / Sq Ft
05/10/2021 05/10/21 Price Changed $370,000 -0.3% $148 / Sq Ft
04/30/2021 04/30/21 Price Changed $371,000 +6.0% $148 / Sq Ft
04/29/2021 04/29/21 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2021 04/26/21 For Sale $349,900 +12.9% $140 / Sq Ft
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Sold $310,000 +3.4% $124 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/16/2019 07/16/19 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2019 07/09/19 For Sale $299,900 +15.3% $120 / Sq Ft
08/15/2016 08/15/16 Sold $260,000 -3.7% $104 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2016 06/17/16 For Sale $269,900 -- $108 / 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 $3,029 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2023 $2,769 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2022 $2,883 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2021 $2,882 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2020 $2,900 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2019 $2,905 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2018 $138 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2017 -- $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2016 -- $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2015 $2,383 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
2014 $2,396 $87,100 $6,400 $80,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC525084

Bright MLS

APN: 10-048.30-203