Single Family ResidenceResidential
219 FORRESTAL DR
BEAR, DE 19701
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,350 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,413 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$539,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,200
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.64
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.42 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
Transaction History(1)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Keene (William B.) Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
Glasgow High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi
District: Christina School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 19701These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,553 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,375
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%
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How this home compares
219 Forrestal Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 76% of homes in New Castle County
- Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Bear 19701
- Older than 78% of homes in Bear 19701
How it measures up in Bear 19701
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bear 19701.
Living area2,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,000 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 66% of homes nearby
Lot size1.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger
Bigger than 95% of homes nearby
Year built1986
OlderTypical 1994Newer
Newer than 22% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Bear 19701 | New Castle County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,350 ft² | 66% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1.11 ac | 95% of homes | 94% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1986 | 22% of homes | 62% of homes |
About 219 Forrestal Dr
How big is 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE?
219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,350 square feet of living space and a 1.11-acre lot.
When was 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE built?
219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE?
219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE is assigned to Keene (William B.) Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glasgow High School (high), rated F; Gauger-Cobbs Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?
Among the 14,972 homes in Bear 19701, it is bigger than 66% of them (2,350 ft² against a typical 2,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (1.11 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1986 against a typical 1994). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE?
The 2025 property tax bill for 219 Forrestal Dr, Bear, DE was $5,413. The county assessed it at $539,000.
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