New Castle County property record for 643 Corsica Ave, Bear, DE 19701
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
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| Details | 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,116 sqft · built 1991 |
| Lot Size | 0.04 acres (1,742 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $181,900 (Jul 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $2,335 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2020 Mortgage Oct 2021 Mortgage + 2 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 11-028.40-163 |
| Primary APN | 11-028.40-163 |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
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| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 7 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Total Rooms | 4 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,116 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 558 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1991 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1991 |
| Architectural Style | Townhouse |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 1,742 sqft (0.04 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 108 ft deep x 18 ft wide |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Sewer | Connected |
| Street Address | 643 CORSICA AVE |
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| City | BEAR |
| State | DE |
| Zip | 19701-2512 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | NCTH |
| Legal Subdivision | PINE WOODS |
| Legal Lot Number | 311 |
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Township / Civil Division | GLASGOW |
| Census Block Group | 5 |
| Census Block | 5000 |
| Census Tract | 14809 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Listed Area | Within New Castle and Frenchtown Railroad Right-of-Way listed 1976 · 2 contributing resources · NRIS 76002290 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
643 Corsica Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in July 2018.
Source: New Castle County records, as of May 6, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEV |
| Oct 13, 2021 | Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage PIKE CREEK MORTGAGE SERVICES INC |
| May 27, 2020 | Loan Modification, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage LAKEVIEW LN SERVICING |
| Jul 2, 2018 | Deed, Transfer AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK INC |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 2, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 2, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | May 26, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 201832373 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Property Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Oct 21, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000063631 |
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| Date | Aug 3, 2020 |
| Instrument | 20200803-0063631 |
| Name | DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEV |
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| Type | Government Agency |
| Address | WASHINGTON, DC 20410 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Aug 5, 2050 |
| Document Type | Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Recording Date | Oct 13, 2021 |
| Property Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000118565 |
| Map Reference | MF 10148 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 7, 2021 |
| Instrument | 20211013-0118565 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 4, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship |
| Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000118569 |
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| Date | Oct 13, 2021 |
| Instrument | 20211013-0118569 |
| Name | PIKE CREEK MORTGAGE SERVICES INC |
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| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Loan Modification |
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| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Property Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000063630 |
| Instrument Date | May 27, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 3, 2020 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 643 CORSICA AVE BEAR DE 197012512, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000063630 |
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| Date | Aug 3, 2020 |
| Instrument | 63630 |
| Name | LAKEVIEW LN SERVICING |
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| Type | Funding / Finance Company |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Aug 2, 2050 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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| Rate | 3.87% |
| Document Type | Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Recording Date | Jul 2, 2018 |
| Property Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000032373 |
| Map Reference | DOC10148 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 18, 2018 |
| Instrument | 20180702-0032373 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
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| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 643 CORSICA AVE, BEAR, DE 19701-2512 |
| Document Number | 0000032375 |
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| Date | Jul 2, 2018 |
| Instrument | 20180702-0032375 |
| Name | AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK INC |
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| Type | Funding / Finance Company |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
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| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jul 1, 2048 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 643 Corsica Ave was $2,335.
Source: New Castle County assessment roll, as of April 13, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle County |
| Unified School District | Christina School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,335.00 | $277,000 Land $52,900 Building $224,100 | |
| 2024 | $208,620 | ||
| 2023 | $1,887.00 | $44,100 Land $8,500 Building $35,600 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 643 Corsica Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 21, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 5 (25% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 643 Corsica Ave is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.1% of the US · lower than 95% of Delaware |
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| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | ARTESIAN WATER COMPANY private · serves 231,114 people · EPA ID DE0000552 |
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| Water Source | Purchased surface water from several systems |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2025 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 221 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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