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20 Acres in Bear, DE
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$1,200,000

557 MANSION HOUSE Rd, Bear, DE 19701

20-acre mixed-use property in Bear, DE, brimming with potential.

Property Size2,050 SF
Lot Size18.41 Acres
Days on Market163

Property Features for 557 MANSION HOUSE Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,050 SF
Lot size 18.41 Acres
Property subtype Farm and Ranch Properties

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $1,614

Building Details

Building Size 2,050 SF
Year Built 1997
Listing Agency: Century 21 Gold Key Realty
Listed By: VIVIAN SPAHR
Source: Elliman
Added: Mar 12 Changed: Aug 12 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 12:52PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This mixed-use property, encompassing nearly 20 acres in the countryside of Bear, Delaware, offers a blend of tranquility and convenience. The location provides accessibility to Middletown and Newark, Delaware, including the University of Delaware, Cecil County (Elkton, MD), Kent County, and Delaware beaches. Situated minutes from major highways including I-95, Route 1, Route 7, Route 40, and Route 896, the property is also near shopping centers and schools. Philadelphia International Airport is within an hour's reach, and BWI airport in Maryland is under 2 hours away. The property offers possibilities for building homes, a small subdivision, or restarting a farm. Three parcels are sold together with all existing homes included in the sale. There is an option to allow a paintball company to operate as an agricultural tourism use.

Key Highlights

  • Nearly 20 acres of mixed‑use land in a serene countryside location.
  • Convenient access to major highways (I‑95, Rte 1, Rte 7, Rte 40 and Rte 896), Middletown, Newark, University of Delaware, Cecil County, Kent County, and Delaware beaches.
  • Potential for building a home(s), small subdivision, or restarting a farm.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Zombie Paintball Hayride Gym & Fitness Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic Electrical Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

64
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19701, DE

42,717
Population
17,368
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
35%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
26.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,606
Density / Sq Mi
$107,856
Median Household Income
$56,431
Median Earnings
$1,732
Median Rent
$337,800
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Farm - 20-acre mixed-use property in Bear, DE, brimming with potential.
Where is this farm located?
The property is located at 557 MANSION HOUSE Rd Bear, DE.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nearly 20 acres of mixed‑use land in a serene countryside location.; Convenient access to major highways (I‑95, Rte 1, Rte 7, Rte 40 and Rte 896), Middletown, Newark, University of Delaware, Cecil County, Kent County, and Delaware beaches.; Potential for building a home(s), small subdivision, or restarting a farm.
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