NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 W Main St Newark, DE 19711

Estimated Value: $489,000 - $612,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
2,475 Sq Ft
$220/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 28, 2024

Last sale price $560,000 $226 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,158 / mo

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Garden View
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2024

Charming circa-1900 Victorian on half-acre corner lot down the road from Newark Country Club; this home is walking distance from UD and Newark Main St. hub. There is a fabulous garden yard w/ shade trees, flower beds and a delightful brick patio off kitchen. Architecturally appealing interior w/ library, dining room, large living room w/ FP, 2 half-baths and a new renovated eat-in kitchen , There is a hall bath & 4 unique Bedrooms on 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is a master suite w/ some updates in the bath & a wall of closets including a walk-in closet . Charming features include; hardwood floors, working transoms, stained glass exterior panel doors, elegant staircase with ornate banister; high ceilings; two gorgeous bay windows; solid panel doors with original hardware. Updates include: new roof (2022) updated kitchen with new appliances, granite countertops( 2022), fresh paint interior and exterior. 3-car detached garage and driveway with total parking for 6 vehicles and easy access to Main St. & Old Oak Rd from two connected driveways. Owner is a licensed Realtor.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Klimowicz

(302) 999-9999 gail.renulfi@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #63977 Listed on: 07/02/2024

BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Last Buyer's Agent

Madeline Justison

(302) 504-6147 mjustison1@gmail.com Crown Homes Real Estate License #RS0025883

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,095

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 21,780 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 93 x 263
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,475 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Includes Fireplace Accessories
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Bay Window
  • Transom Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Library
  • Wood Flooring
  • Garden Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Downes Elementary School
  • Shue-Medill Middle School
  • Newark High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Newark Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-019.00-015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,095

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Level Entry - Main
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Chandeliers with paintings (dining room and 3rd hallway) All art work, stained glass hanging,and their support brackets. Shelves in living room.
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: All major appliances, most are new condition, refrigerator, washer, dryer, range is hybrid (gas range, electric oven).
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Transom
  • Fireplace Features: Equipment, Wood, Mantel(s), Screen
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Library, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Rear Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2475
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2475
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 228.28
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2475
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Oversized, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable, Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: DOWNES
  • High School: NEWARK
  • Middle Or Junior School: SHUE-MEDILL

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.50
  • Lot Dimensions: 93 X 263
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 21780.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3011.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4095.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-019.00-015
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 28, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Donna Klimowicz
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Madeline Justison
Crown Homes Real Estate
List Price
$588,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-4.76%
Views
144
Current Estimated Value
$545,553

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,447
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.46%
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Outstanding Balance
$467,837
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$77,716

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2009
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
$296,000
Interest Rate
5.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$370,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $476,000
Previous Owner $296,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Sold $560,000 -0.9% $226 / Sq Ft
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2024 07/21/24 Price Changed $565,000 -3.9% $228 / Sq Ft
07/02/2024 07/02/24 For Sale $588,000 -- $238 / 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 $2,600 $371,500 $98,000 $273,500
2024 $993 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2023 $3,403 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2022 $3,366 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2021 $3,280 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2020 $3,186 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2019 $2,793 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2018 $2,728 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2017 $2,647 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2016 $2,639 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2015 $2,366 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
2014 $2,365 $94,100 $24,200 $69,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2064066

Bright MLS

APN: 18-019.00-015

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