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1140 Governor Lea Road, Bear, DE 19701

Beds
3
Baths
4
Sqft
3,714
Garage
Yes
Pool
Yes

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Listed byLong & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Overview

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

Location

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Basic info

Property type
House
Number of bedrooms
3
Number of bathrooms
4
Square feet
3,714
Lot size (acres)
0.84
Year built
1989

Interior features

Basement
Yes, Finished

Exterior features

Pool
Yes

Garage and parking

Garage parking spaces
1

Utilities

Heating
Electric, Central
Cooling
Central air, Ceiling fan(s), Electric
Sewer
Public sewer
Water
Public

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount (2024)
$3,174.77

Public schools

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