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Property Description
BACK ON THE MARKET AGAIN , inspection report avaliable upon request .. Welcome to 719 Cardinal Ave in Bear, DE - a beautifully updated ranch home offering spacious one-floor living on nearly half an acre! Recent upgrades include an architectural shingled roof, solar-powered exterior lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, and a stainless-steel refrigerator. This home features 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a formal living room, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a cozy family room that flows seamlessly to a massive deck - the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Conveniently located just a short walk to public transportation, this home is ideal for commuters and families alike. But the true showstopper is the 960 sq. ft. detached garage - a versatile space with endless possibilities! Use it for a home-run business, storage for all your toys, or even explore converting it into an accessory dwelling unit for additional income potential. All of this, just minutes from Route 1 and only two blocks from Route 40, makes this centrally located property a must-see.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 719 Cardinal Ave
General
- Price: $415,000
- Taxes: $1,769 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2088380
- Updated: 1/27/2026
- Added to Site: 157 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: FAIRWINDS
- Cross Streets: Schoolbell Rd
- Driving Directions: Take Route 1 North toward Christiana. Use the exit for DE-273 West / Ogletown Rd toward Newark. Continue on DE-273 W for about 2 miles. Turn right onto DE-7 North / S. James St (toward Bear/Christiana). Stay on DE-7 North for about 3 miles. Turn left onto Glendale Blvd (into the Pinewoods neighborhood). Turn left onto Cardinal Ave — house will be along this street.
School Information
- School District: Colonial
- High School: William Penn
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Cable TV, Phone
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,975
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,975 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,975 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,424
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 175.00
- Street/Road Desc.: Black Top
- Zoning: NC6.5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $210.13
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $1,313
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $456
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $56,600
- Tax Amount: $1,769
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1975
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: personal items
- Inclusions: Washer , Dryer , Range , Dishwasher , refrigerator
- Lot Number: 2
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana, Robyn D Roberts
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Schools
Schools serving 719 Cardinal Ave
School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary 4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, DE 19701 | K-5 | 4.6 mi |
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School 801 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720 | 6-8 | 5.7 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 719 Cardinal Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/27/2026
Price Reduced
$415,000
-1.19%
MLS
1/06/2026
Price Reduced
$420,000
-1.52%
MLS
12/03/2025
Price Reduced
$426,500
-0.35%
MLS
11/20/2025
Price Reduced
$428,000
-0.12%
MLS
11/07/2025
Price Reduced
$428,500
-0.23%
MLS
10/31/2025
Price Increased
$429,500
0.12%
MLS
10/02/2025
Price Reduced
$429,000
-2.28%
MLS
9/15/2025
Price Reduced
$439,000
-1.13%
MLS
9/05/2025
Listed
$444,000
-6.53%
MLS
10/11/2022
Sold
$475,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 719 Cardinal Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,888
11%
$56,600
—
2023
$1,698
-5%
$56,600
—
2022
$1,794
—
$56,600
—
2021
$1,795
-1%
$56,600
—
2020
$1,807
9%
$56,600
—
2017
$1,653
12%
$56,600
—
2016
$1,477
—
$56,600
—
2015
$1,477
-18%
$56,600
—
2019
$1,803
22%
$56,600
—
2014
$1,478
1%
$56,600
—
2013
$1,458
—
$56,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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719 Cardinal Avenue, Bear, DE 19701 (MLS# DENC2088380) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 719 Cardinal Avenue is currently listed for $415,000 and was received on September 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 719 Cardinal Avenue? 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.

