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221 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701

$609,000

Last sold 12/20/2013 for $345K

  • 4

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 3,625

    Sqft ($95/Sqft)

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About 221 Forrestal Dr

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1986
HOA fee $3/month
Lot size 0.56 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Quality, RC Peoples Construction on one of the most desirable streets in the neighborhood...and...priced to SELL! You'll enjoy summer days in the beautiful and private in-ground Sylvan pool (with heated spa) as you overlook the serenity of the woods behind and the peaceful walking path next door. Once inside, the updated kitchen boasts new Corian countertops and sink along with updated appliances a breakfast bar with a separate eat-in area. From the Family Room, walk through French Doors to the spacious deck and pool area. Enjoy the convenience of the laundry room on the main level. Hardwood floors throughout, a slate foyer, and an all brick raised-hearth fireplace in the Family Room are just a few of this builder's signature features. Upstairs oversized bedrooms along with 2 full baths, an attic fan and a beautiful Master suite round out the desirability of this home's design features. Recent updates include: newer pool heater; washer, dryer & refrigerator included.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Kathy J Buckalew
Listing Office - BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#1003576196 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 6 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central A/C
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Residential
Status Closed
SqFt 3625
Lot Size (SqFt) 24394
Lot Size (Acres) 0.56
Tax: Assessed Value 121000
Annual Property Tax 3475
Year Built 1986
Condition Good
HOA Fee 35, Annually
New Construction (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 3
# Full Baths 2
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Basement Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
Other Room(s) Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
Laundry Main Floor
Total # of Rooms 10
Appliances Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace Brick
Interior Features Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Attic/House Fan, WhirlPool/HotTub, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Roof Shingle
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Garage Desc Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# Open Parking Spaces 3
# Garage Spaces 2
# Parking Spaces 5
# Attached Garage Spaces 2
Parking Desc Attached Garage, Other
Exterior Features Hot Tub
Existing Structures Above Grade
Lot Desc Trees/Wooded
Fencing Other
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Pool Yes - Personal, In Ground
Location
Subdivision CARAVEL FARMS
Water Source Public
School District CHRISTINA
Directions Rte. 72 To Entrance, Cross Over Dellaws, Right At Fork, Caravel Dr., Right Onto Forrestal.
Zoning NC21
$609K
Range: $523K-$694K
Last 30 days 
  • Sep 2018
    mls logo MLS # 1003576196
  • Sep 12, 2018 Sold
    $345,000
  • Sep 5, 2013 Listed
    $349,900 (+9.3%)
  • Dec 2013
    Public Records
  • Dec 23, 2013 Sold
    $345,000
  • Dec 2013
    mls logo MLS # 6274614
  • Dec 20, 2013 Sold
    $345,000 (-1.4%)
  • Sep 5, 2013 Listed
    $349,900
  • Apr 2010
    Public Records
  • Apr 30, 2010 Sold
    $320,000
  • Apr 2010
    mls logo MLS # 5671584
  • Apr 26, 2010 Sold
    $320,000
  • Mar 10, 2010 Listed
    $328,500
  • Apr 2010
    mls logo MLS # 1004771580
  • Apr 26, 2010 Sold
    $320,000 (-2.6%)
  • Mar 10, 2010 Listed
    $328,500
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $5,015 -2.7%
    $499,400 +312.73%
  • 2024
    $5,152 +2.8%
    $121,000
  • 2023
    $5,011 +0.2%
    $121,000
  • 2022
    $5,000 +2.2%
    $121,000
  • 2021
    $4,894 +2.7%
    $121,000
  • 2020
    $4,767 +5.1%
    $121,000
  • 2019
    $4,534 +4.4%
    $121,000
  • 2018
    $4,343 +10.0%
    $121,000
  • 2016
    $3,947 +9.8%
    $121,000
  • 2015
    $3,595
    —
  • 221 Forrestal Dr
    $345K
  • Caravel Farms
    —
  • 19701
    $475K +1% y/y
  • Bear
    $475K +1% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
223 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701 $591,000 4/2 2,850 0.03
1 Clipper Ct, Bear, DE 19701 $569,000 4/2 2,500 0.04
225 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701 $532,000 4/2 2,200 0.06
2 Clipper Ct, Bear, DE 19701 $560,000 4/2 2,425 0.06
3 Clipper Ct, Bear, DE 19701 $600,000 4/2 2,800 0.07
220 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701 $528,000 4/2 2,175 0.07
217 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701 $643,000 4/2 3,000 0.07
219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE 19701 $576,000 4/2 2,350 0.07

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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5/10
Keene (William B.) Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Christina School District
3/10
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Christina School District
1/10
Glasgow High School
public Grades 9-12
Christina School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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