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$590,000

72 Bristle Cone Dr

Bear, DE
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,375
Square Feet
1.27
Lot Size (acres)
1989
Year Built
35
Days On Market

Welcome to 72 Bristle Cone Drive, a beautifully renovated four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home situated on an impressive 1.27-acre homesite, one of the largest lots in the community! The expansive rear yard offers exceptional privacy, backs to mature trees, and features a large new deck perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the peaceful setting. Inside, the home showcases gorgeous hardwood floors and stylish updates throughout. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, a large undermount sink, and beautiful tile flooring that begins in the entryway and flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The main level also offers a convenient powder room, a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace and brick surround, plus spacious living and dining areas filled with natural light from the large windows. Upstairs, the owner’s suite includes a walk-in closet and an updated private bath with tiled flooring and a tiled stall shower. Three additional bedrooms share a beautifully renovated hall bath featuring a stylish vanity and all-new tile. For added convenience, the laundry room is also located on the second floor. The finished lower level provides even more living and entertaining space and has been freshly painted with new luxury vinyl plank flooring. A fully renovated bathroom with stylish tile completes this versatile level. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage with durable epoxy flooring. Enjoy a private, tree-lined setting while remaining convenient to Glasgow Regional Park, Lums Pond State Park, the C&D Canal and its scenic trails, Chesapeake City, boating, and outdoor recreation. The home also offers easy access to I-95 and Route 1, Christiana Mall, popular grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, parks, and everyday conveniences.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
6 days ago
Listed By
Michael Terranova Jr., 3022996621 · Keller Williams Realty Wilmington, 3022991100
MLS#
DENC2111596
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
72 Bristle Cone Dr, Bear, DE 19701
City
Bear
County
New Castle
Neighborhood
HICKORY WOODS
Zip Code
19701

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.5
Year Built
1989
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Building Area
2,375 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Asphalt, Garage, On Street, Inside Entrance

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Disposal, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Built-In Range
Flooring
Wood
Patio and Porch
Deck
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Oil

Property Features

Lot Size
1.27 Acres
Lot Features
Wooded, Level, Cul-De-Sac, Back Yard, Front Yard
View
Trees/Woods, Garden
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,375 sq. ft.
Total
2,375 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$590,000
Annual Taxes
$3,770
Association Fee
$35 (paid Annually)

Schools

100/100
Keene (William B.) Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2 mi
City
Newark
Students
655
Student body
47% Black · 31% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
35%
Phone
(302) 454-2018
100/100
Southern Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 4.2 mi
City
New Castle
Students
878
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
44% Black · 38% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
40%
Phone
(302) 832-6300
77/100
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 4.2 mi
City
Newark
Students
556
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
40% Black · 22% Asian · 19% White
Phone
(302) 454-4700
55/100
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Bear
Students
1,151
Student body
48% Black · 29% White · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 832-6330
55/100
Glasgow High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.8 mi
City
Newark
Students
752
Student body
49% Black · 28% Hispanic / Latino · 20% White
Phone
(302) 631-5600
53/100
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 2.8 mi
City
Bear
Students
576
Student body
42% White · 30% Asian · 16% Black
Phone
(302) 832-1343
53/100
Lorewood Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 3.7 mi
City
Middletown
Students
492
Student body
42% White · 25% Black · 21% Asian
Phone
(302) 842-2575
53/100
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 4 mi
City
Newark
Students
439
Student body
34% Black · 34% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 552-6200

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/21/2026Listed for sale$590,000

Listed by Michael Terranova Jr. · Keller Williams Realty Wilmington · 3022991100

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 19, 2026 at 3:11 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DENC2111596

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