12 Emerald Ridge Drive

Closed 7/7/25

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Last Sold Price

$590,000

4 beds3 baths2,375 sqft

12 Emerald Ridge Dr, Bear, DE 19701

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.57 acresLot Size

1993Year Built

$248/sq ftPrice per sq ft

$150/yrHOA Fees

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 12 Emerald Ridge Drive, a beautifully maintained Colonial-style home located in the highly desirable Emerald Ridge community of Bear, Delaware. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home sits on a spacious half-acre lot, surrounded by mature landscaping and a peaceful, suburban atmosphere. From the moment you arrive, the home's curb appeal and inviting presence will make you feel right at home. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed living space. The layout flows effortlessly,...Welcome to 12 Emerald Ridge Drive, a beautifully maintained Colonial-style home located in the highly desirable Emerald Ridge community of Bear, Delaware. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home sits on a spacious half-acre lot, surrounded by mature landscaping and a peaceful, suburban atmosphere. From the moment you arrive, the home's curb appeal and inviting presence will make you feel right at home. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed living space. The layout flows effortlessly, featuring a bright and welcoming living room, a cozy family room with a fireplace, and a well-appointed kitchen that opens to the main living areas — perfect for gatherings and entertaining. The bedrooms are generously sized, providing comfortable retreats for family members and guests alike, while the primary suite offers a private, relaxing escape complete with an ensuite bathroom. The outdoor space is just as impressive, with a large backyard ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding. Located within the Colonial School District and offering convenient access to Route 1 and I-95, 12 Emerald Ridge Drive is perfectly positioned for easy commutes while maintaining a quiet, neighborhood feel. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a move-in ready home in one of Bear’s most desirable communities — don’t miss your chance to call it yours!

Listed by: Robert Hoesterey 302.743.1063 rob@hoestereygroup.com • Crown Homes Real Estate
Listed by: Beckham Hart Hasty 302.437.9832 bhastyhomes@gmail.com • Crown Homes Real Estate

Listing closed: 07/07/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2080602

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

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Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,350
Square Feet: 0.5
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Bedrooms: 3
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Square Feet: 0.34
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12 Emerald Ridge Dr

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Property Information for 12 Emerald Ridge Drive

Property Details

Taxes: $3,000 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: New Castle County
Tax ID Number: 12-002.30-038
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: Yes
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Colonial
Levels/Stories: 2
Furnished: No
Waterfront: No
Garage: Yes
Expected On Market Date: 04-30-2025
Subdivision: EMERALD RIDGE
Subdivision: EMERALD RIDGE (NEW CASTLE DE)
Legal Subdivision: EMERALD RIDGE
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,375.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No
Building Winterized Y/N: No
Property Condition: Excellent

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1993
Lot Size: 0.57 AC / 24,829 SF

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: COLONIAL

School District County ID: 300200396891
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
Elementary School: KATHLEEN H. WILBUR (NEW CASTLE DE)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: GUNNING BEDFORD (NEW CASTLE DE)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: WILLIAM PENN (NEW CASTLE DE)
HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
County: NEW CASTLE
MLS Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No
Type of Condo: Home Owner Association

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Assessed Value: $96,000

Year Assessed: 2024
County Tax: $773
Improvement Assessed Value: $81,600
City Town Tax: $0
Land Assessed Value: $14,400
Clean Green Assessed: No
Municipal Trash: No
Land Use Code: 0
Zoning: NC21
Tax Lot: 038
School Tax: $2,227
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Pets Allowed: No

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

Rooms

Stories: Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,375.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,375.00
Total SQFT: 2,375.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Asphalt, Block
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8038/0563/5666/803805635666_512_384_WM_k_72Zq9OjjMu6rcK.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 115.80 x 214.40

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Parcel ID: 2352806

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Access

Interior Features

Interior Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Family Room Off Kitchen, Primary Bath(s)
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: None

Exterior Features

Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
Pool: No Pool

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 12 Emerald Ridge Drive

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 7, 2025	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$590,000	—
Jun 4, 2025	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2080602		—
May 24, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$599,999	—
Apr 30, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$609,900	—
Mar 26, 2003	Closed BRIGHT #DENC183568	$269,900	—
Jan 22, 2003	Pending BRIGHT #DENC183568		—
Jan 18, 2003	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC183568	$269,900	—
Aug 4, 1993	Closed BRIGHT #DENC257430	$186,810	—
Aug 4, 1993	Pending BRIGHT #DENC257430		—
Aug 4, 1993	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC257430	$186,810	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/07/2025	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$590,000
06/04/2025	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2080602	—
05/24/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$599,999
04/30/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2080602	$609,900
03/26/2003	Closed BRIGHT #DENC183568	$269,900
01/22/2003	Pending BRIGHT #DENC183568	—
01/18/2003	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC183568	$269,900
08/04/1993	Closed BRIGHT #DENC257430	$186,810
08/04/1993	Pending BRIGHT #DENC257430	—
08/04/1993	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC257430	$186,810

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Emerald Ridge Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$3,846 ($321 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,375 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,375 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,829 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1993ZoningNC21CountyNEW CASTLEAPN12-002.30-038Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 12 Emerald Ridge Drive

This home is within Colonial School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.4 mi
3/10	Bedford (Gunning) Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.3 mi
NR	Leach (John G.) School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 12	8.1 mi
2/10	Penn (William) High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	6.3 mi
NR	Tall Oaks Classical School	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Creative Learning Academy	Private - Nearby school	PK to 1	0.9 mi
NR	Red Lion Christian Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.4 mi
3/10	Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.3 mi
NR	Leach (John G.) School PublicPK to 12 Nearby school	8.1 mi
2/10	Penn (William) High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	6.3 mi
NR	Tall Oaks Classical School PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Creative Learning Academy PrivatePK to 1 Nearby school	0.9 mi
NR	Red Lion Christian Academy PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 12 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$590,000	4	3	2,375	24,829
10 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$198,000	4	3	–	25,680
13 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$191,000	4	3	–	21,780
16 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$201,375	4	3	–	21,780
15 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$512,000	4	3	2,375	21,780
11 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$181,075	4	3	–	21,780
17 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$285,000	3	3	–	21,780
9 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$299,000	4	3	3,100	21,780
17 Emerald Ridge, Newark, DE 19702	$148,764	3	3	–	21,780
19 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	–	4	3	2,375	22,216
7 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	–	4	3	2,200	21,780
1 Winchester Court, Bear, DE 19701	$539,999	4	3	2,400	29,185
28 Emerald Ridge Drive, Bear, DE 19701	$170,000	3	3	–	26,136
4 Winchester Court, Bear, DE 19701	$235,000	14	4	–	70,567
19 Emerald Ridge, Newark, DE 19702	$179,540	4	3	–	21,780
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