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1140 Governor Lea Road
Bear, DE 19701
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Acres
0.84
Interior SqFt
3,714
Age
36
Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central A/C
Water
Public
Sewer
Public
Garages
1
Taxes (2024)
3,175
Additional Details Below

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home offering versatile living with NO Homeowners Association 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!

Room sizes

Living Room
20 x 14  Main Level
Dining Room
x   Lower Level
Kitchen
17 x 10  Main Level
Family Room
19 x 13  Lower Level
In-Law Suite
x   Lower Level
Master Bed
19 x 10  Main Level
Bedroom 2
17 x 10  Lower Level
Bedroom 3
13 x 10  Main Level
2nd Kit
14 x 10  Lower Level

Location

Driving Directions

South of RT 71 to Bear-Corbitt Rd (Rt 7) to Governor Lea Rd. House is on right.

Listing Details

Summary
Architectural Type

Ranch/Rambler

Garage(s)

Garage - Front Entry, Built In

Parking

Concrete Driveway, Driveway, Attached Garage, Attached Carport

Interior Features
Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated

Basement

Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished, Block

Interior Features

Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Laundry: Basement

Rooms List

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite

Exterior Features
Roofing

Pitched, Shingle

Pool

In Ground

Lot Features

Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Exterior Features

Outbuilding(s), Stucco, Stone

Utilities
Cooling

Central A/C, Electric

Heating

Central, Electric

Hot Water

Electric

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water

Public

Additional Utilities

Propane

Property History

Date
Change
Price

Miscellaneous

Assessment : 95,200
Zoning: Nc21
Lattitude : 39.603230
Longitude : -75.662280
MLS# : DENC2081172
Views : 87
Listing Courtesy: Mia Burch of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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