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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,175 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 5 hours ago

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717 Observatory Drive,Bear, DE 19701

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This spacious three-bedroom home features two full bathrooms and two powder rooms, with updated luxury vinyl plank flooring. The lower-level family room offers access to a powder room, laundry and utility room, and large two-car garage. The open-concept main level includes an eat-in kitchen updated with a glass tile backsplash, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen opens to the dining area and living room, with a second powder room on this level. Sliding doors lead to a low-maintenance Trex deck. Upstairs, find three bedrooms, two full bathrooms. Located in the Meridian Crossing community, the home sits near a playground and is a short walk from the clubhouse. Community amenities include walking trails, a pond with a fountain, a conference room with internet, a theater-style media room, an outdoor pool, and a gym. HOA dues cover landscaping and grass cutting, trash removal, and snow removal.

Full Property Details for 717 Observatory Dr

General

  • Price: $429,900
  • HOA FEE: $16,692/month
  • Taxes: $3,254 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: DENC2113730
  • Updated: 10/31/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 3

Additional Information

  • Shared Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Yes

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Off Street
  • Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry

Location

  • Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • Subdivision: MERIDIAN CROSSING
  • Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Cross Streets: Meridian Boulevard
  • Driving Directions: Rt 40 to Church Rd to Meridian Crossing. Take Meridian Blvd to Observatory Drive

School Information

  • School District: Colonial
  • Elementary School: Wilbur
  • Middle School: Gunning Bedford
  • High School: William Penn

Community

  • Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 2,175
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 2,175 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,175 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2010
  • Year Built Source: Estimated
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,178
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Dimensions: 22 x 99
  • Zoning: ST
  • Lot Description: Level

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $197.66
  • Association Fee: $16,692
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $2,475
  • County Tax: $651
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $412,900
  • Tax Amount: $3,254
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: 5 TV's, TESLA Charger, Rear Security Camera
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer

Listed by Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine, George W Manolakos and Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine, Adam Manolakos

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  • George W Manolakos

    Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine

  • Adam Manolakos

    Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine

Listing Office Email: jfuentes@psre.com

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Schools serving 717 Observatory Dr

School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE
NameGradesDistance
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary
4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, DE 19701
K-52.2 mi
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
801 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720
6-84.4 mi
Penn (William) High School
713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720
9-126.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 717 Observatory Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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10/30/2026
Listed
$429,900
52.72%
MLS
10/28/2019
Sold
$281,500
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Tax History for 717 Observatory Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,820
4%
$412,900
429%
2024
$2,713
9%
$78,000
—
2023
$2,479
-4%
$78,000
—
2022
$2,582
—
$78,000
—
2021
$2,581
-1%
$78,000
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2020
$2,597
—
$78,000
—
2019
$2,593
8%
$78,000
—
2017
$2,394
12%
$78,000
—
2016
$2,134
—
$78,000
—
2015
$2,134
-1%
$78,000
—
2014
$2,146
2%
$78,000
—
2013
$2,097
—
$78,000
—
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Listed by Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine, George W Manolakos and Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine, Adam Manolakos

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717 Observatory Drive, Bear, DE 19701 (MLS# DENC2113730) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 717 Observatory Drive is currently listed for $429,900 and was received on October 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 717 Observatory Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Bear? You can browse all Bear real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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