24 Wakefield Dr Newark, DE 19711
Newark AreaEstimated payment $3,007/month
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Bonus Room
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Fireplace
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
Welcome to 24 Wakefield Drive in Newark’s sought-after Fairfield Crest community! This move-in-ready 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers beautifully updated ample living space on a generous .34-acre lot that backs to protected woodland adjoining White Clay Creek State Park, providing exceptional privacy, scenic views, and direct access to nature. The spacious layout offers flexibility for today’s lifestyle needs, including multigenerational living, a home office, guest space, or room to grow. The interior has been meticulously updated and/or renovated, featuring a brand-new kitchen with mostly all new appliances, thoughtfully updated bathrooms, refinished and/or newly installed flooring throughout the first floor, new flooring in the basement, stylish new light fixtures, and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright, modern, and truly move-in-ready living environment. This is more than just a house—it’s a place where home is love and memories are ready to be made. Ideally situated within the highly sought-after Newark Charter School 5-mile preference radius, this home is conveniently located near the University of Delaware, Newark Country Club, White Clay Creek State Park, shopping, dining, and major commuting routes. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance or a short stroll to the popular Fairfield Swim Club and Fairfield Park, offering neighborhood recreation, green space, playgrounds, and a true sense of community. Backing to protected parkland creates a peaceful natural setting while still providing easy access to everyday amenities and outdoor activities. With five spacious bedrooms, generous living areas, and extensive interior improvements already completed, this Fairfield Crest home presents an exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready Colonial in one of Newark’s most desirable communities. Whether you’re searching for a home within the Newark Charter School preference radius, a property backing to protected woodland, easy access to White Clay Creek State Park and its trail system, or a beautifully updated home in a walkable neighborhood close to parks and the Fairfield Swim Club, 24 Wakefield Drive is ready to welcome its next owners.
Listing Agent
(302) 733-7000 ccashman@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Newark Brokerage Phone: 3027337000 License #0039282 Listed on: 06/27/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,234
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Vinyl Siding
- Asbestos
Interior Spaces
- 1,969 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Main Level Bedrooms
Schools
- Downes Elementary School
- Shue-Medill Middle School
- Newark High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 60+ Gallon Tank
Additional Features
- Garage doors are at least 85 inches wide
- 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Fairfield Crest Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1800700076
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,235 | $462,300 | $88,900 | $373,400 |
| 2024 | $768 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2023 | $2,632 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2022 | $2,604 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2021 | $2,538 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2020 | $2,465 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2019 | $2,161 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2018 | $2,110 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2017 | $2,048 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2016 | $2,042 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2015 | $1,831 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
| 2014 | $1,830 | $72,800 | $14,000 | $58,800 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2026 07/16/26 | Price Changed | $498,000 | 0.0% | $253 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2026 07/16/26 | For Sale | $498,000 | -2.4% | $253 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2026 07/06/26 | Off Market | $510,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/27/2026 06/27/26 | For Sale | $510,000 | -- | $259 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Longo & Associates Llp | |
| Deed | $280,000 | Kirsh Title Services Inc |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $187,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $224,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2105822
APN: 18-007.00-076
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