638 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701
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OFF MARKET

$490,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,625 sqft (on 0.55 acres)

638 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 29, 2014 for $142,299

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$490K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+0.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$348K (+244.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +56% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$491K
August 2026$489K
July 2026$487K
June 2026$498K
May 2026$505K
April 2026$496K
March 2026$494K
February 2026$487K
January 2026$486K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
103 Honora Dr, Bear, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$615,000
10/14/25
4
3
2,550
501 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE
0.28
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/05/26
3
2.5
2,775
222 Hope Ct W, Bear, DE
0.69
Single-Family Home
$540,000
07/30/26
4
3.5
2,454
330 Joy Ct, Bear, DE
0.63
Single-Family Home
$638,000
10/06/25
4
3.5
4,075
235 Hope Ct W, Bear, DE
0.69
Single-Family Home
$600,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
3,275
523 Ponderosa Dr, Bear, DE
0.80
Single-Family Home
$559,900
05/07/26
4
3.5
3,300
8 Wortham Ct, Bear, DE
0.73
Single-Family Home
$572,500
12/08/25
4
2.5
2,300
1 Wortham Ct, Bear, DE
0.68
Single-Family Home
$668,000
02/27/26
4
3.5
4,675
106 Michael Ln, Bear, DE
0.64
Single-Family Home
$479,900
08/28/26
3
2.5
1,850
123 Lums Pond Rd, Bear, DE
0.45
Single-Family Home
$730,000
10/31/25
5
3.5
3,875

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
610 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701
0.07
$196,000
Studio
-
1,540
Off Market
114 Honora Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.25
$607,100
4
2.5
2,825
Off Market
129 Honora Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.26
$636,200
4
2.5
2,375
Off Market
501 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701
0.28
$525,000
3
2.5
2,775
Recently Sold
140 Honora Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.36
$593,700
4
2.5
2,450
Off Market
7 McMahon Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.43
$636,400
4
2.5
3,275
Off Market
123 Lums Pond Rd, Bear, DE 19701
0.45
$752,300
5
3.5
3,875
Off Market
4 McMahon Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.45
$515,300
4
2.5
2,200
Off Market
10 McMahon Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.48
$551,800
4
2.5
2,375
Off Market
108 Bernice Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.57
$507,200
4
2.5
2,175
Off Market
119 Bernice Dr, Bear, DE 19701
0.59
$542,900
4
2.5
2,300
Off Market
330 Joy Ct, Bear, DE 19701
0.63
$658,100
4
3.5
4,075
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1980
0.55 acre lot
2,625 sqft
$187/sqft

About this House

Newly renovated home is close to completion. There is still time to pick some flooring and amenities.

The Home features 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Two of the bedrooms are master bedrooms, including a first floor Master Suite with a large Walk-in closet and a Master Bath with a four foot vanity, pantry, jetted tub, and walk-in tile shower. There is also a first floor laundry room. There is also a large enclosed porch on the rear of the home, nice for viewing the serenity of the State Park, which borders the property on two sides. The basement is unfinished and has an exterior entranceway. The home can also have an optional garage or pole barn installed at an additional cost.

Renovations include a new roof, windows and doors, appliances, paint, HVAC, flooring, and cabinets plus more.

638 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,625 sqft single-family home built in 1980. It last sold for $142,299 on Jul 29, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $490,000, with a rent estimate of $3,044/month.

Home Details for 638 Howell School Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Family Room, Master Bath
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Jetted Bath Tub

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: Crawl Raised

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980Year Updated: 2014
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.55 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Jan 2, 2015
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$329,900
Oct 4, 2014
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$329,900
Jul 29, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$142,299
Dec 19, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$173,900

Market trends in Bear

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$398K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
94.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$183
$0MoM
Available listings
75
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Bear

At least 240 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say there are community events

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  • Wmgbv5wh66
    "Not really unique anymore. Ready for a better start. To many people moving around here disturbing the quiet with dirtbike and increased traffic"
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  • Danielle Lester
    "The fact that other dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs. They don’t even care. I’m not a dog owner and I’ve told the office about these practices. They still do it"
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  • Shavonah
    "There’s a few dog parks in the area. Non dog owners complain about the barking and tend to call the cops. "
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  • Ez467
    "Just love area nice and quiet The people are friendly The neighborhood seem safe for children to ride their bikes and play outside. It’s close to the Mall I am restaurants"
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to Rt 95 and Rt1 close proximity to great shopping areas and restaurants. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Worst speed bumps ever! If you're car is not 1ft off the ground you will scrap the bottom. Other than that it's a trailer park!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this part of Delaware I have been here for years it’s perfect for my family. I love the tri state area as well. It’s a great place to raise your family "
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  • Kayle C.
    "many families in the area, great parks, local restaurants and grocery stores, quiet and well kept. amazing place "
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  • Ali S.
    "I’ve lived here 3 years. I always feel safe and my neighbors and I look out for one another. I love how close I am to Lum’s Pond—so beautiful!"
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  • Michael C.
    "Nice neighborhood for starter families. Needs more sidewalks and more parking areas. I would like to see the train track get muted and not carry heavy cargo"
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  • Christina D.
    "It’s a very quite neighborhood neighbors are friendly my kids and I can walk around with no problem "
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  • Brownsugar6699
    "People aren’t to supportive of picking up after their dog. The area is still good and friendly. I would recommend this area. "
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  • Steven W.
    "Dog friendly area a lot of space for you and your dog in the bear area............ nice long walks great workout "
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  • Meadbroe
    "My neighbor hood does not currently does not have special events for the community. There are local events in this area throughout the year for all ages."
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  • Lindsaydonnelly
    "It’s quiet and there are several kids and other neighborhoods around that makes it feel safe. I enjoy the area. "
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  • Jnell0490
    "None aside from community yard sales. The neighborhood does different flash dances for Halloween and events near their pool area during the summer"
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  • Navydiva1
    "Keep your kids OUT THE STREET some neighborhoods don’t have playgrounds so if you have a yard make sure you utilize it for your children and teach them NOT to play run or walk in the middle of the street even more so when a car is around "
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  • Michelle L. .
    "My neighborhood is great very friendly and nice people ( very welcoming) Halloween was epic and Santa visits at Christmas "
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  • Jruiter
    "I grew up in the neighborhood and have fond memories. Still feels like home even after leaving 15 years ago. "
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  • Jennifer J.
    "Neighborhood store that carries all the items you may need. There is also a dog groomer which is great I can just walk my dog right over for a nail clipping."
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  • Olivia B.
    "Very friendly neighborhood. Great for children and families. Good school districts & parks. Kids can play outside no problem."
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  • Raychel L.
    "Quiet reserved neighbors are nice very family lots of trick or treaters never had an issue with break ins"
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  • Your N.
    "I travel rt 40 to MD daily so I have little to no traffic at all. Friendly neighbors. kids cam play outside with no issues. safe community"
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  • Janette R.
    "Good neighborhood for raising a family. School are good and their are lots of activities for family."
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  • Rhtrower
    "We have pool party’s, we have Christmas decorations contest s, there are also flee markets and other social events. "
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  • Charles S.
    "this a good area for families that like to use public parks and awesome location for getting around the Delaware region."
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  • Reba
    "Public transportation is approximately 1 mile away. Not a bad commute to downtown Wilmington................ "
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  • Janette R.
    "My work commute is about twenty minute to Wilmington, and about 5-10 minutes to Christiana Mall. Also, about 35-45 minutes to Philadelphia International Airport and downtown Philadelphia."
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  • Ashley N.
    "Wilbur is an absolutely amazing school and full of amazing teachers! If you’re looking for an amazing school Wilbur wont disappoint"
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  • Amystradling2014
    "Easy access to 3 elementary schools including a private school and a vo tech high school.. friendly neighbors nice views. Lums pond is right behind and a pony ride place"
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  • PMB
    "Easy access to 95 and route 1. Nearby stores within a 5 mile radius in both directions. Appo School district is preferred for most. Our Neighborhood is tucked back away from any main roads. Traffic is non existent and neighborhood is quiet. Traveling to local restaurants and entertainment is easy and within ten minutes. Commute to PHILADELPHIA and airport is approximately one hour. Traveling during summer travel and holiday weekends is painful on 95 and surrounding roads with influx and outflux of people traveling. "
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  • Amberphillips302
    "Its an ok mobile home park. Mostly adults live here. Lot rent is very reasonable that includes sewer, water & trash. Its a one circle community. "
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  • Ericatyndall
    "Easter egg hunt, Santa comes around in carriage during holidays, community yard sales, haunted house during Halloween "
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  • Lacey W.
    "You always see people walking their dogs. Excellent dog parks in the area and dog friendly hiking trails."
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  • Christine P.
    "Seeing other people walk their dogs. There are parks in the area that are dog friendly. If one don't like dogs they would not like to see the dogs in the area."
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Frequently asked questions about 638 Howell School Rd

  • What is 638 Howell School Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 638 Howell School Rd in Bear, DE is $490,000.
  • What is the price history for 638 Howell School Rd?
    638 Howell School Rd in Bear, DE last sold for $142,299 in July 2014.
  • Is Bear a buyer's or seller's market?
    Bear is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Bear?
    The median sale price in Bear is $398K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 638 Howell School Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 638 Howell School Rd in Bear, DE has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 638 Howell School Rd?
    The lot at 638 Howell School Rd in Bear, DE is about 0.55 acres (23,958 sq ft).

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