$579,900
$20K PRICE DROP

1905 Capitol Trail Newark, DE 19711

Newark Area

Estimated payment $3,657/month

Total Views 9,692
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,956 Sq Ft
$296 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 3.81 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Rated 10
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

Endless Possibilities on 3.81 Acres in Newark! Discover the potential of this three-bedroom expanded ranch home, featuring a durable Permastone exterior and situated on a spacious 3.81-acre parcel. Whether you’re dreaming of creating a private homestead, accommodating multi-generational living, or exploring future development opportunities, this property offers an exciting canvas for your vision. The parcel runs parallel to Richards Lane in Newark and may present potential for re-zoning and townhouse development. According to Greg Friedman of NCC Land Use, the property appears on the Future Land Use Map as eligible for rezoning. Buyers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence and confirming all zoning, subdivision, land-use, development, and building possibilities with NCC Land Use and all applicable authorities. With an appraised value of $625,000 and a list price of $599,900, this is an opportunity to acquire a substantial property with both immediate residential possibilities and intriguing future potential. Bring your vision and explore what may be possible! Home is in need of repairs and is being sold as-is, where is, with no warranties expressed or implied.

Listing Agent

Shelly Torbert

(302) 733-7000 ccashman@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Newark Brokerage Phone: 3027337000 Listed on: 08/15/2026

Patterson-Schwartz-Newark

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,592

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 3.81 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Subdivision Possible
  • Property is in below average condition
  • Property is zoned NC65

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,956 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Parking

  • 8 Parking Spaces
  • 8 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0805400032

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,592

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

3.81 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Entire contents of home, detached garage and outbuildings. All as-is, where is
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Bonus Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1956
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1956
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 296.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1956
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 8

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Partly Wooded, Subdivision Possible
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.81
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 165964.00
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: NC65
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3854.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4592.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0805400032
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

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Home Values in the Area

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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 -- $457,300 $161,000 $296,300
2024 $2 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2023 $3,338 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2022 $3,330 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2021 $206 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2020 $206 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2019 $206 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2018 $2,733 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2017 $2,636 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2016 $2,629 $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2015 -- $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
2014 -- $80,600 $28,900 $51,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/18/2026 09/18/26 Price Changed $579,900 -3.3% $296 / Sq Ft
08/15/2026 08/15/26 For Sale $599,900 -- $307 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $56,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2109352

Bright MLS

APN: 08-054.00-032

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