Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home offering versatile living with NO HOA restrictions, perfect for entrepreneurs, general contractors, or anyone seeking freedom from development rules. Situated on nearly one acre, this property provides space, privacy, and endless potential. Featuring total 3bedrooms, 2 bedrooms on main level and 1 bedroom in lower level and 3 1/2 bathrooms, the home boasts an open floor plan, an inviting foyer with a newer front door, leads to the open living and dining rooms and separate family room, with multiple sliders and wonderful views to the expansive deck overlooking the magnificent in-ground pool with massive concrete patio, and pool house with full bath, storage and gathering room. Enjoy coffee or read favorite book in Sunroom/mudroom filled with natural light. Large eat-in kitchen features, updated laminate floor, a newer stainless steel gas stove, new faucet, pendant light, plenty of cabinets, corian countertops and bay windows. The hallway bath includes a newly installed vanity. The finished basement offers a true in-law suite with its own private entrance—ideal for multi-generational living or rental possibilities. Outside, enjoy the in-ground pool, a pool house with a full kitchen, a large deck, and a fully fenced yard, creating your own personal oasis. Parking is abundant with a 1-car garage, oversized driveway, and a carport—great for work trucks, trailers, or guests. The roof and HVAC were both replaced in 2016-2017, adding peace of mind. A rare find in a non-development setting, this home combines comfort, flexibility, and room to grow. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Sold for $474,000 on 09/10/25
$474,000
1140 Governor Lea Rd, Bear, DE 19701
3beds
3,714sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.84 Acres Lot
$403,000 Zestimate®
$128/sqft
$3,188 Estimated rent
Home value
$403,000
$363,000 - $447,000
$3,188/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 10, 2025 at 04:47am
Listed by:
Mia Burch 302-598-4069,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: Paul Joseph Burch 302-598-1871,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Brandon Mullins
Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2081172
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 10
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 10
Dining room
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 13
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 14
Other
- Description: 2ND KIT
- Level: Lower
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 10
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,714
- Total interior livable area: 3,714 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,600
- Finished area below ground: 1,114
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Built In, Concrete, Driveway, Attached, Attached Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.84 Acres
- Dimensions: 122.90 x 351.80
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 12002.00035
- Zoning: NC21
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bear
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2025 | Sold | $474,000$128/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2081172 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Contingent | $474,000$128/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2081172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Pending sale | $474,000$128/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2081172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Price change | $474,000+1.9%$128/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2081172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2025 | Price change | $465,000-5.1%$125/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2081172 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $476,500 +400.5% |
| 2024 | $3,175 +10.3% | $95,200 |
| 2023 | $2,878 -6.8% | $95,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19701
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Wilbur (Kathleen H.) ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 2/10Bedford (Gunning) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kathleen H. Wilbur
- Middle: Gunning Bedford
- High: William Penn
- District: Colonial
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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