$555,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,650 Sq Ft
0.64 Acres

Recently Sold

$209 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 1003 White Birch Drive, a well-maintained home in the heart of Newark offering a functional layout and thoughtful updates throughout. The main level features hardwood flooring in the entryway, living room, dining room, and a convenient first-floor bedroom—ideal for guests or a home office—situated next to an updated full bathroom. The bright kitchen boasts black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout leading into the family room. Durable, life-proof vinyl plank flooring was just installed in July 2024 in the kitchen, family room, laundry room, and powder room.Upstairs, the primary suite includes two closets—one a small walk-in—and a recently remodeled private bath (2025), while two additional bedrooms share a recently remodeled hall bathroom (March 2024) with new flooring, a vanity, and fresh paint. A whole-house fan adds efficiency, and the finished basement with luxury vinyl plank flooring provides additional living space.Outside, the fully fenced backyard (2019) offers a deck and a shed for extra storage. The two-car garage features built-in shelving, cabinets, and a pull-down attic. Additional updates include a natural gas HVAC conversion (2021) with room to add more gas appliances if desired, an electric water heater (2021), and newer replacement windows. Located in a desirable neighborhood with easy access to amenities, this home is move-in ready with room for your personal touches. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristen Rosaio

Crown Homes Real Estate Listed on: 03/20/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Ventresca

RE/MAX Elite License #RS-0012571

RE/MAX Elite

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,489

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125.00 x 225.20
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned NC21

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,650 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Summit View Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 079
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-008.00-079

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,489

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Seller is open to leaving the dining room furniture if buyer would like it.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-21
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 1003 White Birch Drive, a well-maintained home in the heart of Newark offering a functional layout and thoughtful updates throughout. The main level features hardwood flooring in the entryway, living room, dining room, and a convenient first-floor bedroom—ideal for guests or a home office—situated next to an updated full bathroom. The bright kitchen boasts black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout leading into the family room. Durable, life-proof vinyl plank flooring was just installed in July 2024 in the kitchen, family room, laundry room, and powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite includes two closets—one a small walk-in—and a recently remodeled private bath (2025), while two additional bedrooms share a recently remodeled hall bathroom (March 2024) with new flooring, a vanity, and fresh paint. A whole-house fan adds efficiency, and the finished basement with luxury vinyl plank flooring provides additional living space. Outside, the fully fenced backyard (2019) offers a deck and a shed for extra storage. The two-car garage features built-in shelving, cabinets, and a pull-down attic. Additional updates include a natural gas HVAC conversion (2021) with room to add more gas appliances if desired, an electric water heater (2021), and newer replacement windows. Located in a desirable neighborhood with easy access to amenities, this home is move-in ready with room for your personal touches. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2650
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 207.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1003

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: CHRISTINA
  • School District Key: 300200396890
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully
  • Lot Features: Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Dimensions: 125.00 x 225.20
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 27878.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4397.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5489.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-008.00-079
  • Tax Lot: 079
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2650
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/15/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Catalano Matthew and Catalano Jamee
Bought by
Starobynski Michelle Lee and Starobynski Timothy
Seller's Agent
Kristen Rosaio
Crown Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Karen Ventresca
RE/MAX Elite
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.93%
Views
142

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.73%
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Outstanding Balance
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$275,384

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
Aug 24, 2018
Sold by
Ogburn Richard S and Ogburn Barbara T
Bought by
Catalano Matthew and Catalano Jamee
Seller's Agent
Christina Lee
Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Brian Birkbeck
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$384,900
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,900
-14.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.03%
Original Mortgage
$297,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 1986
Bought by
Ogburn Richard S and Ogburn Barbara T
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $555,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Available
Deed $155,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $297,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $555,000 +0.9% $209 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Sale $549,900 +66.6% $208 / Sq Ft
08/24/2018 08/24/18 Sold $330,000 -4.3% $125 / Sq Ft
07/23/2018 07/23/18 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2018 07/12/18 Price Changed $345,000 -4.1% $130 / Sq Ft
06/07/2018 06/07/18 Price Changed $359,900 -4.0% $136 / Sq Ft
05/03/2018 05/03/18 Price Changed $374,900 -2.6% $141 / Sq Ft
04/12/2018 04/12/18 For Sale $384,900 -- $145 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,774 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2023 $5,616 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2022 $5,603 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2021 $5,485 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2020 $5,342 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2019 $4,960 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2018 $214 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2017 $4,423 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2016 $4,423 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2015 $4,029 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
2014 $4,028 $135,600 $22,400 $113,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2077682

Bright MLS

APN: 11-008.00-079