5 Douglas Drive, Bear, DE 19701 $294,900

Open House: Sun, May 18, 1:00PM-3:00PM
Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,550
Acreage: 0.15
Age:45 years
Style:
Raised Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2081536
Subdivision: Buckley
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

***Open House this Sunday 5/18 from 1pm-3pm!!*** Welcome to 5 Douglas Drive, a beautifully updated brick-front raised ranch nestled in the desirable Buckley community of Bear. This spacious 3-bed, 2-bath home offers a perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and stylish design, all situated on a 0.15-acre lot just minutes from shopping, dining, and major highways. Inside, you'll find an inviting open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings and gleaming LVP flooring that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas. The bright and airy kitchen boasts Corian countertops, crisp white cabinetry, and a pantry for ample storage. The adjoining dining area provides access to the elevated rear deck, perfect for entertaining or enjoying quiet mornings outdoors. The living room is a true showpiece, featuring skylights and a charming brick wood-burning fireplace that fills the space with warmth and natural light. The main-level primary bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with updated flooring, vaulted ceilings, skylights, dual closets, including a walk-in, and a sliding door that leads to the rear deck. The nearby 2nd bedroom and office on this level share a full bath with a shower/tub combo, updated vanity, and mirror. The open half-wall in the office could easily be enclosed to convert the space to a 4th bedroom if desired. Downstairs, the fully finished lower level offers a large family room with built-in shelving, a full bath with a walk-in shower, a spacious 3rd bedroom, and a convenient laundry closet. Enjoy outdoor living to the fullest with both a Trex front deck and an elevated rear deck that overlooks the fenced backyard and in-ground swimming pool, your personal summer oasis. The driveway provides ample parking, and peace of mind comes with the replaced HVAC in 2023. This diamond-in-the-rough is ready for your vision and creativity. While it could use some updates and TLC, the home boasts strong bones, a functional layout, and a generous lot. With a little work, this property can truly shine—whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking your next project. Bring your ideas and make this house your dream home! Don't miss this move-in ready gem in a prime location, schedule your tour of 5 Douglas Drive today and experience everything this charming Buckley home has to offer!

Kitchen: Main
Dining Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Primary Bed: Main
Bedroom 2: Main
Full Bath: Main
Office: Main
Bedroom 3: Lower 1
Family Room: Lower 1
Full Bath: Lower 1
Laundry: Lower 1
Utility Room: Lower 1
Taxes: $1,839
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Utilities
Heat Pump(s), Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, Lower Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Driveway

Interior
Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fully Finished Basement, Brick Fireplace, Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceilings, Accessibility - Ramp - Main Level

Exterior
Block Foundation, Pitched Roof, Brick Front Exterior, Frame Exterior, Deck(s), In Ground Pool

Lot
Fully Fenced

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Public Elementary (19 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.03 mi
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.11 mi
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.21 mi
Academia Antonia Alonso Academia Antonia Alonso K–6 Newark 2.21 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 2.23 mi
Oberle (William) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Bear 3.12 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.33 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.01 mi
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary Colonial School District K–5 Bear 4.03 mi
Christina Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool Newark 4.04 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 4.13 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.14 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.21 mi
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 4.38 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.47 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 4.55 mi
Brookside Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.72 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.89 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 4.93 mi

Public Middle (7 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.01 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.04 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.1 mi
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 4.13 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.21 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.47 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.89 mi

Public High (6 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Christiana High School Christina School District 6–12 Newark 3.17 mi
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 3.84 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.01 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.21 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.47 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.89 mi

Private (12 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 0.34 mi
Learning Express Academy Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 1.95 mi
Red Lion Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Bear 3.2 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 3.59 mi
Islamic Academy Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 3.67 mi
Tarbiyah School Islamic Preschool–9 Newark 3.74 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 3.91 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 3.91 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 4.2 mi
Tarbiyah Islamic School Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 4.3 mi
Caravel Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Bear 4.64 mi
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 4.67 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Bear (19701), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 30
  • Average salary of people in this community: $60,258

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,466
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.78
  • Households w/ Children: 57%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 11,309 (75.6%)
  • Rented: 3,101 (20.7%)
  • Vacant: 547 (3.7%)
  • Total: 14,957

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 40,173
Households: 14,410
Median Age: 41.20

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 3.0%
  • Some High School: 4.1%
  • High School Graduate: 30.6%
  • Some College: 20.1%
  • Associate Degree: 7.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 20.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 13.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $88,589

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • One Bedroom: $1,273
  • Two Bedroom: $1,419
  • Three Bedroom: $1,740
  • Four Bedroom: $1,878

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Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty , (302) 234-1888

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5 Douglas Drive, Bear, DE 19701

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