$515,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2026

17 Oakview Dr Newark, DE 19702

Glasgow Area
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,475 Sq Ft
0.35 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 26, 2026

$208 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

171 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

About This Home

As of June 2026

Short sale approved at $515,000.! Can close quickly. Welcome to 17 Oak View Drive, Newark, DE 19702, a beautiful colonial-style home nestled in the desirable Thornwood subdivision. This spacious residence (2,475 sq ft) offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality.. A traditional Colonial layout features elegant touches like a curved staircase, formal dining room, and a stunning cherry kitchen with upgraded countertops and stainless appliances. 9 ft and vaulted ceilings give a bright an airy feel maximizing the natural light that comes in. You'll love gathering in front of the gas fireplace in the family room, or on the patio with it's awning. It overlooks the private back yard that backs to trees. Other features you'll love include first floor laundry, eat in kitchen, a huge basement for storage, hardwood flooring accents on both levels and more. This home is also within 5 miles of Newark Charter School and a quick drive to Elkton or Downtown Newark. Sold "as is". No repairs will be made.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maria Ruckle

(302) 738-2300 vicki@kwempower.com Empower Real Estate, LLC Brokerage Phone: 3027382300 License #649514 Listed on: 11/19/2025

Empower Real Estate, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Wolf

(844) 837-5274 info@teslarealtygroup.com Tesla Realty Group, LLC

Tesla Realty Group, LLC
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 15,246 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 88.60 x 187.60
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Split Rail Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned NC21

HOA Fees

  • $20 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,475 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Drainage System
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Play Equipment

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Lowered Light Switches
  • Suburban Location

Community Details

  • Aspen Property Management HOA
  • Thornwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 070
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-017.10-070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0.35 Acres

HOA Fees

$20 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Switches/Outlets
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: water dispenser in kitchen
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 11/30/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Six Panel, French
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Drainage System, Interior Access, Poured Concrete, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2475
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2475
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 208.08
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2475
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn, 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
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector, Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 240.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Name: ASPEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Split Rail, Wood
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Dimensions: 88.60 x 187.60
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15246.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 11-017.10-070
  • Tax Lot: 070
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2019
Closed on
Jan 16, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gail Wersten
RE/MAX Associates - Newark
Buyer's Agent
Chelle Bachman
Century 21 Emerald
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.66%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,058
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $365,000 Kirsh Title Services Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $285,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 VA
Closed $369,741 VA
Closed $365,000 VA
Previous Owner $279,058 FHA
Previous Owner $73,127 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $228,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/26/2026 06/26/26 Sold $515,000 0.0% $208 / Sq Ft
05/09/2026 05/09/26 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2026 05/08/26 Price Changed $515,000 -1.9% $208 / Sq Ft
02/26/2026 02/26/26 Price Changed $524,900 -2.8% $212 / Sq Ft
01/19/2026 01/19/26 Price Changed $539,900 -1.8% $218 / Sq Ft
01/13/2026 01/13/26 Price Changed $549,900 -1.8% $222 / Sq Ft
12/15/2025 12/15/25 Price Changed $559,900 -1.8% $226 / Sq Ft
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Price Changed $569,900 -1.7% $230 / Sq Ft
11/19/2025 11/19/25 For Sale $579,900 +58.9% $234 / Sq Ft
01/16/2020 01/16/20 Sold $365,000 0.0% $147 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/12/2019 12/12/19 Price Changed $365,000 +2.8% $147 / Sq Ft
12/11/2019 12/11/19 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2019 11/15/19 Price Changed $354,900 -1.4% $143 / Sq Ft
09/18/2019 09/18/19 For Sale $359,900 -- $145 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $359 $523,000 $80,000 $443,000
2024 $3,899 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2023 $3,807 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2022 $3,785 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2021 $3,706 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2020 $3,613 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2019 $3,605 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2018 $333 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2017 $3,002 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2016 $3,002 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2015 $2,744 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
2014 $2,756 $88,600 $15,000 $73,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2089984

Bright MLS

APN: 11-017.10-070

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