465 Sweetman Dr, Bear, DE 19701
OFF MARKET

465 Sweetman Dr
Bear, DE 19701

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,475 sqft

$325,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,875/mo*
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$325,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,875/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,475 sqft

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Description

Please submit all highest and best offers by 8pm on Sunday, 6/25/2023. The sellers will have a response by Monday, 6/26/2023. This is the senior living opportunity that you have been waiting for! Not only is this home located at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, but the community also offers one of the lowest 55+ community HOA fees! Enjoy maintenance free ownership with community provided lawn care and snow removal while enjoying walking trails for outdoor recreation. A community clubhouse offers many options for gathering with friends and neighbors offering an exercise room, kitchen, billiards and a gathering space. This unit features a cathedral ceiling with a loft above and a fabulous open floor plan. A delightful box window seat in living room allows for plenty of natural light with an open loft above. The kitchen is open to dining room and offers casual eating with a center island allowing for more counter space perfect for preparing meals. A convenient laundry area off of the kitchen includes the washer and dryer. Continue to the spacious main floor primary bedroom featuring a walk-in closet, full bath equipped with a shower stall, double sink vanity and sliders to the rear patio that overlooks lush common space. A one car garage and large storage closet completes this level. Upstairs, is a loft space overlooking the living area below, an additional flex space that can be used as an office and two large storage areas. A full bath with tub and large bedroom complemented with a walk-in closet rounds out this level. Additional features include loads of storage and overflow parking located across from the unit. This convenient location cannot be beat, close to Rt. 1, I-95, Christiana Hospital, Christiana Mall, shopping centers and dining. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 03, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$156/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 465 Sweetman Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Office, Storage Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1475 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Laundry RoomMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Stain/Lead GlassFlooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: Accessible EntranceFloors: Carpet
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Water FallsFoundation: OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Front,Inside Entrance,Attached,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1475 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Brick Front, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer (all In As-is Condition), Bar Stools In KitchenParcel Number: 10033.10908

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 21 2023Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: BEARCommunity: Crossings At Chris
School Information
Elementary School District: ChristinaJr High / Middle School District: ChristinaHigh School District: Christina

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1475 Square Feet

Community

Is a Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow RemovalHas an HOAHOA Fee: $156/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DENC2045002Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1475

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Billiard Room,Clubhouse,Fitness Center,Jogging Path
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Peggy Centrella, (302) 540-0689
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Bought with: Tania Peralta, (302) 981-0344, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2045002

Price History for 465 Sweetman Dr

DatePriceEventSource
07/20/2023$306,000Sold
Bright MLS #DENC2045002
06/27/2023$279,900PendingBright MLS #DENC2045002
06/23/2023$279,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2045002
10/27/2005$226,947Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$302,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 465 Sweetman Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
221 Gladstone Way, Bear, DE
0.09
Townhouse
$319,000
05/05/26
2
2
1,425
303 Baker Dr, Bear, DE
0.12
Townhouse
$310,000
08/29/25
2
2
1,425
244 Gladstone Way, Bear, DE
0.15
Townhouse
$352,500
05/04/26
2
2
1,400
115 Balmoral Way, Newark, DE
0.09
Townhouse
$325,000
05/06/26
3
1.5
1,325
328 Victoria Blvd, Newark, DE
0.21
Townhouse
$292,500
12/19/25
2
1.5
1,800
458 Sweetman Dr, Bear, DE
0.11
Townhouse
$320,000
05/14/26
2
2.5
1,675
613 Kendall Dr, Bear, DE
0.27
Townhouse
$360,000
11/10/25
2
2
1,575
515 Abrams Ct, Bear, DE
0.32
Townhouse
$296,000
09/12/25
2
2
1,325
127 Balmoral Way, Newark, DE
0.11
Townhouse
$325,000
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,800
514 Blackbird Dr, Bear, DE
0.11
Townhouse
$270,000
06/13/25
3
1.5
1,150

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What Locals Say about Newark

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  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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    "It’s lots of dogs and dog owners it’s very peaceful . Lots of trees nice houses . Parks and dog parks ."
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    "West Meadow’s residents care about their homes; it is a pleasure to walk or drive through the neighborhood. Neighbors look out for one another. Great place to raise a family. Very safe! Connects to state parks."
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  • Linda Peoples
    "Great family neighborhood! Common spaces are well maintained. Street lights make it safe to walk around in the evening. "
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    "The commute isn’t too bad. It doesn’t take real long to get anywhere in Delaware because the state is so small."
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    "There are monthly neighborhood potluck dinners in the winter. People friendly. Extremely safe and beautiful."
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    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time. Many dog owners live in this area. Dog owners are respectful of other people’s properties and always pick up after their dogs. "
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    "A lot of construction work is going on now, otherwise it is not bad, close to I95, many different buses come through this area"
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    "I lived in this neighborhood for 1 year and I love it. It is safe with open spaces, plenty of green and great neighbors"
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    "its very quiet, normally. However, don't leave your car doors unlocked. Thieves steal out of vehicles at night "
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    "it's beautiful in the community and I love it there it's a lot of dogs being walked great manners the neighbors are beautiful and friendly"
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    "This is a lovely place to live . Very inviting . I’ve lived here for 3 years . There is not much trick or treating though . "
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    "Neighborhood is friendly but not the management, they are rude. Apartments are not well maintained, it has roaches all over the place, roaming cats outside"
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    "Christmas pictures with Santa, thanksgiving food give out. They may do more events on different it usually unknown until getting close to the holidays. "
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    "The area is near everything you need! Good schools, parks, shopping plazas, etc. So close to the highway 95 and rt 1. Can’t go wrong in this neighborhood. Lived here for years and I’m still pleased. "
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    "Its not a terrible neighborhood or anything and there is a good amount of kids varying in age but it also has some people that are questionable so I always use caution. my 7 year old isn't allowed to play outside without someone watching her like a hawk. "
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    "I work from home, however there is always alot of traffic on RT 40. I love this area because it's location is near several shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants and Christiana Mall just to name a few.."
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    "Good neighborhood for kids and very walkable to Main Street Newark. New park coming in soon and a skate park nearby. We like living here."
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    "Traffic is heavy during rush hour due to the hospital. Outside of the hospital traffic, commuting around the development is decent."
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    "Family oriented; quiet; close to major interstate and shopping; diverse; close to entertainment and arts"
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  • Cory
    "Nonexistent. I don’t really travel that much. My commute is about a mile or 2 to work and back home. For longer trips I normally rent a vehicle. Daily commute is nothing. "
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    "High school nearby. Convenient to restaurant and convenience stores. Family oriented neighborhood. Many neighbors here for 30 yrs. or more. Can walk / ride a bike/ no bus line. Dunkin Donuts in neighborhood. "
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    "Very nice community Live here for almost 20 years close to shopping good school district close to University of Delaware"
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    "There are no yards in our neighborhood. Lots of parks. Mostly quiet, some younger children but not many."
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    "There are festivals and races at Glasgow Park. The park also has a 3 mile path, multiple playground sets, basketball courts, tennis courts, dog park, and skate park. "
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    "The community center puts on a few events a year. So does the nearby church. The fire hall puts on bingo and card shows. Mostly Main Street is the only thing going on around here. It’s Delaware. "
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    "most of you neighbors and property owners have dogs and there are lots of places to walk them and people pick up after their dogs too !!"
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465 Sweetman Dr, Bear, DE 19701 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,475 sqft townhouse built in 2005. This property is not currently available for sale. 465 Sweetman Dr was last sold on Jul 20, 2023 for $306,000 (9% higher than the asking price of $279,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 465 Sweetman Dr is $325,800.