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Sold for $474,000 on 09/10/25
  • $474,000

    1140 Governor Lea Rd, Bear, DE 19701

    3beds
    3,714sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1989
    0.84 Acres Lot
    $474,200 Zestimate®
    $128/sqft
    $3,562 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home offering versatile living with NO HOA restrictions, perfect for entrepreneurs, general contractors, or anyone seeking freedom from development rules. Situated on nearly one acre, this property provides space, privacy, and endless potential. Featuring total 3bedrooms, 2 bedrooms on main level and 1 bedroom in lower level and 3 1/2 bathrooms, the home boasts an open floor plan, an inviting foyer with a newer front door, leads to the open living and dining rooms and separate family room, with multiple sliders and wonderful views to the expansive deck overlooking the magnificent in-ground pool with massive concrete patio, and pool house with full bath, storage and gathering room. Enjoy coffee or read favorite book in Sunroom/mudroom filled with natural light. Large eat-in kitchen features, updated laminate floor, a newer stainless steel gas stove, new faucet, pendant light, plenty of cabinets, corian countertops and bay windows. The hallway bath includes a newly installed vanity. The finished basement offers a true in-law suite with its own private entrance—ideal for multi-generational living or rental possibilities. Outside, enjoy the in-ground pool, a pool house with a full kitchen, a large deck, and a fully fenced yard, creating your own personal oasis. Parking is abundant with a 1-car garage, oversized driveway, and a carport—great for work trucks, trailers, or guests. The roof and HVAC were both replaced in 2016-2017, adding peace of mind. A rare find in a non-development setting, this home combines comfort, flexibility, and room to grow. Don’t miss this opportunity!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 10, 2025 at 04:47am

    Listed by:

    Mia Burch 302-598-4069,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,

    Co-Listing Agent: Paul Joseph Burch 302-598-1871,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Brandon Mullins

    Crown Homes Real Estate

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2081172MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 3
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 190 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19 X 10
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 X 10
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 170 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 X 10
    Dining room
    • Level: Lower
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19 X 13
    Other
    • Level: Lower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Pantry, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 170 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 X 10
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 X 14
    Other
    • Description: 2ND KIT
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 140 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14 X 10
    Heating
    • Central, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
    • Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,714
    • Total interior livable area: 3,714 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,600
    • Finished area below ground: 1,114

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 8
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Built In, Concrete, Driveway, Attached, Attached Carport
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Carport spaces: 3
    • Covered spaces: 4
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Private
    • Fencing: Full
    Lot
    • Size: 0.84 Acres
    • Dimensions: 122.90 x 351.80
    • Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 12002.00035
    • Zoning: NC21
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Stone
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Pitched,Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1989

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Propane

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Bear
    • Subdivision: None Available

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    Services availability
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