5 DOUGLAS DRIVE, BEAR, DE 19701

$294,900

***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… Read More 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! Read Less

Courtesy of Eric Brinker, Coldwell Banker Realty [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 7, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,550

Lot Size

0.15 Acres

Year Built

1980

MLS Number

DENC2081536

30 Days Snapshot Of 19701

$444k

(avg) sold price

+10%

homes sold

+37%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Basement

Fully Finished

Building

1,550 sqft living area, 1,550 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1980, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings, Dry Wall, 2 levels, Raised Ranch/Rambler, Frame, Brick Front

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Accessibility Features

Ramp - Main Level

Fence

Fully

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Brick

Foundation

Block

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump(s)

Interior Features

Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s)

Laundry

Lower Floor

Lot

6,534 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 92.50 x 132.10, 0.15 acres

Parking

Concrete Driveway

Pool

In Ground

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)

Roof

Pitched

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $512, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $1,328, Tax Annual Amount: $1,840, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Hot Water: Electric

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