MICHAEL SKAY
Coldwell Banker Realty
(856) 443-6099
72 Total Sales
1 in New Castle
$279,900 Price
840 Sparrow Ln Bear, DE 19701
New Castle AreaEstimated Value: $396,000 - $448,238
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,700
Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.71 Acre Lot
- Rambler Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of July 2022Don't miss this spectacular 3 bedroom, 2 bath all brick ranch home in a very convenient area, which is close to shopping, restaurants, major highways and more! As you enter this beautifully renovated home, you will see gleaming red oak hardwood floors throughout the main level. You will love the open floor plan with the large Living Room and Dining Area, both open to the stunning and new (2016) Kitchen with a deep pantry closet. The kitchen features new quartz countertops, Bosch smooth top range with convection oven, Bosch dishwasher, disposal, stainless steel farmhouse sink, loads of cabinet and counter space, cookie pan cabinet, desk area, recessed lighting, ceramic tiled backsplash and french door refrigerator are included! The grand Main Bedroom Suite has a gigantic walk-in lighted closet and gorgeous updated bathroom (2018) with tiled/glass shower and double sinks! The other bedrooms are spacious with ample closet space. The hall bathroom has been updated (2017) and is beautiful! There is a huge Sun/Florida Room off of the Kitchen which can be used as a Play Room, Exercise Room, Media Room or your choice! From the Sun Room, you can access the huge rear entry 2.5 car garage with electric opener, and the new driveway (2021) can hold 6 plus cars. The lower level Family/Recreation Room has a new luxury vinyl plank tile floor (2019) and a beautiful reclaimed brick fireplace complete with reclaimed barn mantle and raised hearth. There is another lower level room which can be used as an office or bedroom with large closet and egress window. The amount of storage space in the basement is amazing! Wait, there's more...just wait until you see the spectacular yard (.71 acre) with new privacy fencing, new paver patio, separate play and garden areas. You will be amazed at the other updates throughout this beautifully maintained property: HVAC (2016), roof (2018), water heater (2016), 200 amp service (2016), exterior doors and casement windows in Sun Room (2020), Pella Windows main level (2017), new lower level/garage windows (2017), and the list goes on and on!!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 477-3900 john@johnwford.com RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington License #RS-331480 Listed on: 06/24/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 571-8855 beth.wheeler@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville License #5017875
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,861
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 30,928 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 239.80 x 203.50
- West Facing Home
- Privacy Fence
- Wood Fence
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned NC6.5
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 6 Driveway Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 1 Level
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Workshop
- Basement Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Playground
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Treatment System
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Conditioner is Owned
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Fairwinds Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 006
- Assessor Parcel Number 10-033.40-006
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2022
Closed on
Jul 29, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michele Colavecchi Lawless
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Buyer's Agent
Beth Wheeler
BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
6.67%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,060
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.92%
Original Mortgage
$381,187
Outstanding Balance
$360,585
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$54,475
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 2017
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
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 1996
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Bear, DE
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MICHAEL SKAY
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David Landon
David Landon
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
(484) 779-6763
335 Total Sales
23 in New Castle
$185K - $500K Price Range
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Heather Bosco
Heather Bosco
Keller Williams Hometown
(856) 878-2074
106 Total Sales
1 in New Castle
$286,000 Price
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Bobby Carter
Bobby Carter
Crown Homes Real Estate
(302) 216-4178
104 Total Sales
7 in New Castle
$135K - $435K Price Range
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Stephanie Coho
Stephanie Coho
Compass RE
(856) 351-5461
240 Total Sales
6 in New Castle
$225K - $535K Price Range
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Sabri Thompson
Sabri Thompson
Foraker Realty Co.
(856) 276-5092
149 Total Sales
11 in New Castle
$78K - $715K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Ward & Taylor Llc | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $381,187 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2022 07/29/22 | Sold | $400,000 | 0.0% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2022 06/27/22 | Price Changed | $400,000 | +6.7% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2022 06/26/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2022 06/24/22 | For Sale | $375,000 | -- | $221 / 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 | $2,648 | $406,200 | $83,200 | $323,000 |
| 2024 | $1,958 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2023 | $1,775 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2022 | $1,861 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2021 | $1,861 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2020 | $0 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2019 | $296 | $58,700 | $9,200 | $49,500 |
| 2018 | $161 | $55,800 | $9,200 | $46,600 |
| 2017 | $1,456 | $55,800 | $9,200 | $46,600 |
| 2016 | $1,456 | $55,800 | $9,200 | $46,600 |
| 2015 | $1,456 | $55,800 | $9,200 | $46,600 |
| 2014 | $1,457 | $55,800 | $9,200 | $46,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michele Colavecchi Lawless
Seller's Agent in 2022
Michele Colavecchi Lawless
RE/MAX
(302) 690-8307
168 Total Sales
-
Beth Wheeler
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Beth Wheeler
BHHS Fox & Roach
(484) 802-7407
62 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2026316
APN: 10-033.40-006
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