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Property Description
***We are in receipt of multiple offers, and the sellers are requesting everyone's highest and best offer by the end of the day on Sunday May 18th.*** 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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5 Douglas Dr
General
- Sold For: $301,000
- Taxes: $1,839 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2081536
- Added to Site: 284 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: BUCKLEY
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Colonial
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame, Brick Front
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched
- Walls/Ceilings: Vaulted Ceilings, Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 1,550
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,550 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,550 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1980
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 92.50 x 132.10
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $190.26
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $1,328
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $511
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $53,000
- Tax Amount: $1,839
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1550
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Pool Cover, & Pool Equiptment (all as-is).
- Lot Number: 79
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Schools
Schools serving 5 Douglas Dr
School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary 4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, DE 19701 | K-5 | 4 mi |
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School 801 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720 | 6-8 | 5.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5 Douglas Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2025
Sold
$301,000
2.07%
MLS
5/12/2025
Listed
$294,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5 Douglas Drive, Bear, DE 19701 (MLS# DENC2081536) is a Single Family property that was sold at $301,000 on June 30, 2025. This property was listed by ShowTime Real Estate Team from our Wilmington Office.Want to learn more about 5 Douglas Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bear? You can browse all Bear real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


