Welcome to this one-of-a-kind gem in the heart of Newark! Rarely does a 5-bedroom home become available in the sought-after Fairfield Crest neighborhood - and this one is ready for its next owner to move right in. Situated on a prominent corner lot, this home boasts exceptional curb appeal with… Read More mature landscaping and a charming, newly installed front door that creates a warm and inviting first impression. Step inside to original hardwood floors that flow seamlessly through the spacious formal living room, beautifully lit by a triple window. The adjacent formal dining room features a picture window that frames backyard views. The kitchen was transformed in 2019, complete with Mannington flooring, granite countertops, a garden window, dual gas cooking, and a custom Italian glass backsplash. Don't miss the cleverly placed outlet in the pantry - ideal for your own coffee station! The main level also includes an updated powder room and a cozy family room with built-in bookcases, a bay window, and a sliding glass door that leads to an outdoor oasis; including many varied perennial plantings which change the view from season to season. Designed by DiSabatino Landscaping, the backyard offers a 20x12 Azek English Walnut deck with automatic night time lighting, a stone patio, a beautiful bolder retaining wall, slab stone steps made of Oklahoma stone, and a retractable SunSetter awning with dimmable lights - perfect for summer relaxation. The patio, the three walkways and the slab steps are all expertly hand cut from Oklahoma stone.a0;Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors throughout. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a fully renovated en-suite bath. Four additional bedrooms and a updated hall bathroom complete the second floor. The walk-out basement offers its own private entrance - ideal for a hobby space, workshop and easy access. This home has been lovingly maintained, with major updates including PJ Fitzpatrick 30-year dimensional roof (2008) and gutters (2016), HVAC system (2017), Water heater (2015) Newer windows with a lifetime guarantee, Complete with a whole-house reverse osmosis water treatment system from Purfect Water Systems. Located just minutes from Downtown Newark, the University of Delaware, shopping and restaurants. As a bonus you will find an entrance to White Clay Creek State Park is right down the street and Fairfield-Fairfield Crest Swim Club is right in the neighborhood! Plus, it's within the 5-mile radius of the highly acclaimed Newark Charter School. This exceptional home won't last long - schedule your private showing today! Read Less
Courtesy of Patti Carlson, Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin [email protected]
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
1
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Beds
5
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
2,150
Lot Size
0.46 Acres
Year Built
1963
MLS Number
DENC2083990
30 Days Snapshot Of 19711
$433k
-11%
(avg) sold price
42
+2%
homes sold
11
-45%
(avg) days on market
Snapshot
Area Map
Additional Details
Basement
Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
Building
2,150 sqft living area, 2,150 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1963, Structure Type: Detached, 2 levels, Colonial, Asbestos, Brick
Cooling
Central Air, Electric, Central A/C
Accessibility Features
Other
Exterior Features
Extensive Hardscape, Gutter System, Stone Retaining Walls
Foundation
Block
Garage
2 garage spaces
Heating
Natural Gas, 90% Forced Air
Interior Features
Air Filter System, Built-Ins, Wood Floors
Laundry
Basement
Lot
20,038 sqft, 0.46 acres, Backs to Trees, Corner, Landscaping
Property
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
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