$255,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2025

1201 Independence Way Unit 1201 Newark, DE 19713

Southern Newark Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
$400/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$232 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Garage
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Senior Living
  • Clubhouse
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

About This Home

As of May 2025

Discover this little known 55+ community of Southridge located in a nice setting surrounded by wooded areas and ponds. All units are owner occupied with no rentals allowed. Enter into the spacious living room with an adjoining dining area. The kitchen features granite countertops, double sinks, lots of cabinetry, pantry, and all stainless steel appliances. Next to the kitchen is the utility room with included washer and dryer and some storage space. There are sliders from both the dining room and kitchen to the balcony. This corner unit features a main bedroom with a walkout bay window, linen closet, huge walk in closet, private ensuite bathroom with double seated walk in shower. 2nd Bedroom and 2nd full bath in hall with tub /shower combination. Enjoy the clubhouse with kitchenette, comfortable seating areas, library, and workout area. All appliances are included. Condo fee covers common area maintenance, building maintenance, snow removal, water, trash, Clubhouse, building insurance

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Quinn

RE/MAX Associates - Newark License #R3-0009265 Listed on: 02/15/2025

RE/MAX Associates - Newark

Last Buyer's Agent

Iris Sordelet

Real Broker, LLC License #RS-0015233

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,753

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall
  • West Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $400 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Second Garage
  • Handicap Parking
  • Oversized Parking
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Views of Woods

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Schools

  • West Park Place Elementary School
  • Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
  • Newark High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 120/240V
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Additional Features

  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-045.00-039.C.0004

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Living
  • $800 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, insurance, lawn maintenance, road maintenance, snow removal, trash, water
  • 1 Elevator
  • Senior Community | Residents must be 55 or older
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • First Residential Service Condos
  • Bain Community
  • Southridge Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,753

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$400 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: 36"+ Wide Halls
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Discover this little known 55+ community of Southridge located in a nice setting surrounded by wooded areas and ponds. All units are owner occupied with no rentals allowed. Enter into the spacious living room with an adjoining dining area. The kitchen features granite countertops, double sinks, lots of cabinetry, pantry, and all stainless steel appliances. Next to the kitchen is the utility room with included washer and dryer and some storage space. There are sliders from both the dining room and kitchen to the balcony. This corner unit features a main bedroom with a walkout bay window, linen closet, huge walk in closet, private ensuite bathroom with double seated walk in shower. 2nd Bedroom and 2nd full bath in hall with tub /shower combination. Enjoy the clubhouse with kitchenette, comfortable seating areas, library, and workout area. All appliances are included. Condo fee covers common area maintenance, building maintenance, snow removal, water, trash, Clubhouse, building insurance
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Entry Floor: 2
  • Flooring Type: Carpet
  • Fireplace: No
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Elevators Count: 1
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1100
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1100
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 236.36
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1201

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s), 2nd Garage
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • 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
  • Parking Features: Handicap Parking, Paved Parking
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage - Rear Entry, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers, 120/240V
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Fire Detection System, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 400.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: First Residential Service
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 55
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 800.00

Schools

  • School District: CHRISTINA
  • Elementary School: WEST PARK PLACE
  • Middle School: GAUGER-COBBS
  • High School: NEWARK
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200396890
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: WEST PARK PLACE
  • High School: NEWARK
  • Middle Or Junior School: GAUGER-COBBS

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Corner, Landscaping
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: 18AC
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1962.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2753.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-045.00-039.C.0004
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 05/20/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Mckenna Gerald and Mckenna Michael P
Bought by
Leonard Julie A
Seller's Agent
Kathy Quinn
RE/MAX Associates - Newark
Buyer's Agent
Iris Sordelet
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$274,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-7.24%
Total Days on Market
67
Views
230

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
175.29%
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Outstanding Balance
$120,000
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$153,732

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2009
Sold by
Brown Hall Howard Dennis and Brown Martin Jeanne
Bought by
Mckenna Gerald
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $255,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $140,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $120,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Sold $255,000 -1.9% $232 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Price Changed $260,000 -5.4% $236 / Sq Ft
02/15/2025 02/15/25 For Sale $274,900 -- $250 / 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
2023 $1,604 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2022 $1,577 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2021 $1,622 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2020 $1,560 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2019 $1,296 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2018 $1,262 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2017 $1,216 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2016 $1,112 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2015 $935 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
2014 $934 $60,500 $9,100 $51,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2075634

Bright MLS

APN: 18-045.00-039.C-0004