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741 Observatory Dr, Bear, DE 19701

$403,500

Last sold 07/12/2018 for $295K

3
bed
4
bath
2,500
Sqft ($118/Sqft)

Townhouse not for sale

About 741 Observatory Dr

Property type Townhouse

Neighborhood

Year built 2012

HOA fee $57/month

Lot size 3,485 Sqft

Movoto estimate

Parking 2 garage spaces

Rental estimate

Property description

Certified Energy Star end unit contemporary home located on a premium lot with upgrades galore. Experience the designer look and feel of the property upon entering. Enter this remarkable home from the cozy family room. The lower level has an oversized garage, half bath & laundry room. Oak stairs lead you to the 2nd level which is the main attraction. You will be in awe when you arrive on the 2nd level which features an open floor plan, hardwood flooring, 9" ceilings, decorative columns in the dining room with custom 3D wall panels. Enjoy meals in the gourmet kitchen which is suitable for a chef. Notable kitchen amenities are breakfast area, 30" inch wood cabinets, granite counters, island with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, double bowl sink & recessed lights. Entertain guests in the living room with the gas fireplace & custom benches which include storage. Retreat to your spacious master bedroom located on the 3rd level. There is a 4-piece luxury master bath which includes his & her sinks, soaking tub with jets & tile surround. The Container Store custom-built shelves are in the master closet, 3rd bedroom & garage. There are Hunter Douglas electric shades in the master bath & family room. There are two additional bedrooms on the 3rd level along with stain-resistant upgraded carpet pad throughout the top level. The half bathrooms include oak cabinets with cultured marble vanity tops. There are pedestal sinks with oval mirrors in both powder rooms. Water saving, elongated toilets in each bath with a dual flush water saver. Systems include an energy-efficient 80-gallon Bradford water heater & high efficiency HVAC system. Enjoy barbeques on the maintenance free deck. No, the home has not been staged, this is how the home owners live. Community features a pool, clubhouse, gym, playground & a baseball & soccer field. Schedule a tour of this fine home, fall in love & make an offer!

Listed by

Listing Agent - Dawn A Wilson

Listing Office - BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Source: Bright MLS

MLS#1000325158 • last updated 3 years ago

Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 7 minutes ago

Overview
Cooling/AC	Central A/C
Heating	Natural Gas
Levels/Style	Contemporary
Type	Residential
Status	Closed
SqFt	2500
Lot Size (SqFt)	3485
Lot Size (Acres)	0.08
Tax: Assessed Value	88200
Annual Property Tax	2575
Year Built	2012
Condition	Good
HOA Fee	57, Monthly
New Construction (Y/N)	N
Foreclosure (Y/N)	N

Interior
Total # of Bathrooms	4
# Full Baths	2
# Half Baths	2
Total # of Bedrooms	3
Basement	Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
Other Room(s)	Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry	Lower Floor
Total # of Rooms	7
Walls/ Ceilings	9'+ Ceilings
Window Features	Energy Efficient
Fireplace	Gas/Propane
Interior Features	Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stall Shower, Breakfast Area
Accessibility Features	None

Exterior
Roof	Shingle
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter
# Open Parking Spaces	2
# Garage Spaces	2
# Parking Spaces	4
# Attached Garage Spaces	2
Parking Desc	Attached Garage
Exterior Features	Sidewalks, Street Lights
Existing Structures	Above Grade, Deck(s)
Lot Desc	Level

Amenities / Utilities
Utilities	Cable TV
Sewer/ Septic	Public Sewer
Electricity	200+ Amp Service
Pool	Yes - Community
Security Features	Security System
HOA Amenities	Swimming Pool

Location
Subdivision	MERIDIAN CROSSING
Water Source	Public
Senior Community (Y/N)	N
School District	COLONIAL
Directions	Rt 40 To Church Rd, Right On Meridian Blvd To Right On Observatory Dr.
Zoning	ST

$403K

Range: $371K-$435K

Last 30 days

Rental est.: $4,056/month

• Gross rent multiplier: 6.1 - Great

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Jul 2018
MLS # 1000325158
Jul 13, 2018 Sold
$295,000 (-4.8%)
May 16, 2018 Pending
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May 10, 2018 Price Change
$309,900 (-6.1%)
Mar 29, 2018 Listed
$329,900 (+5.1%)
Apr 2012
Public Records
Apr 11, 2012 Sold
$314,020

Year Property taxes Tax assessment
2025
$776 +1.1%

$403,100 +357.03%
2024
$767 +91.5%

$88,200
2023
$401 -4.5%

$88,200
2022
$420 -41.6%

$88,200
2021
$718 -23.4%

$88,200
2020
$937 -55.1%

$88,200
2019
$2,086 +1716.8%

$88,200
2018
$115 -95.2%

$88,200
2016
$2,413

$88,200
2015
$2,413

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741 Observatory Dr
$295K
Meridian Crossing
$499K
19701
$489K +1% y/y
Bear
$489K +1% y/y

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Statistics calculated by Movoto

	Est. value	Bed/bath	Sqft	mi
334 Macdonald Close, Bear, DE 19701	—	3/2	2,500	0.45
54 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$286,700	2/2	1,650	0.45
52 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$283,300	2/2	1,450	0.46
56 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$291,000	2/2	1,400	0.46
48 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$353,700	2/2	1,500	0.46
46 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$355,900	2/2	1,500	0.46
42 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$340,100	2/2	1,275	0.47
40 Grand National Ln, Newark, DE 19702	$346,700	2/2	1,400	0.47

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