NOT LISTED FOR SALE

248 W Chestnut Hill Rd Newark, DE 19713

Southern Newark Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $423,000 - $539,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,050 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 10, 2024

Last sale price $465,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,916/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Property is near a park
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Rittenhouse Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Enjoy this gorgeous landscaped colonial located in the heart of Newark. This spacious light filled home is surrounded by trees and lush greenery. This home offers a large living area, dining room, eat-in kitchen & cozy family room with wood burning fireplace. The updated kitchen offers plenty of space to create life most delicious moments. The laundry room is located just off the kitchen. Step outside from the family room slider onto a patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. Ascend the stairs to the second level. Primary bedroom with updated en suite bath & large closet. Three more bedrooms and a full bath round out the second level nicely. The finished lower level provides wonderful flexible space. New Heating & Air (2022). Hot water heater (2023). Professional photos and 3D tour coming soon. Make your move!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

S Walton Simpson

Walt Simpson Realty Listed on: 10/25/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

John Rowland

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #0037660

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,516

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 102.20 x 177.00
  • Property is zoned 18RT

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room
  • Home Gym
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Rittenhouse Wd Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 153
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-043.00-153

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,516

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Pool Table
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-10-25
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Enjoy this gorgeous landscaped colonial located in the heart of Newark. This spacious light filled home is surrounded by trees and lush greenery. This home offers a large living area, dining room, eat-in kitchen & cozy family room with wood burning fireplace. The updated kitchen offers plenty of space to create life most delicious moments. The laundry room is located just off the kitchen. Step outside from the family room slider onto a patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. Ascend the stairs to the second level. Primary bedroom with updated en suite bath & large closet. Three more bedrooms and a full bath round out the second level nicely. The finished lower level provides wonderful flexible space. New Heating & Air (2022). Hot water heater (2023). Professional photos and 3D tour coming soon. Make your move!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Exercise Room, Laundry, Utility Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3050
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3050
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 213.49
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2150
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 900
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 900
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 248

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
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • 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: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: CHRISTINA
  • School District Key: 300200396890
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs - Parkland
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.40
  • Lot Dimensions: 102.20 x 177.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 17424.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: 18RT
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2670.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3516.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-043.00-153
  • Tax Lot: 153
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2150
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 12/10/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Dec 10, 2024
Sold by
Washington Orlen M
Bought by
Smith Victoria and Haughton Akeem
Seller's Agent
S Walton Simpson
Walt Simpson Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Rowland
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.31%
Views
97
Current Estimated Value
$482,764

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,764
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.68%
Original Mortgage
$441,750
Outstanding Balance
$440,207
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,557

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2019
Closed on
Jul 19, 2019
Sold by
Strunk Michael and Strunk Christine
Bought by
Washington Orlen M
Seller's Agent
Shirley McAllister
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Buyer's Agent
DiFonzo Michael
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
List Price
$334,900
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,900
-6.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$6,126
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2006
Sold by
Fletcher Douglas S and Residuary Trust Of Amy L Fletc
Bought by
Strunk Michael and Strunk Christina

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Victoria $465,000 None Listed On Document
Washington Orlen M -- None Available
Strunk Michael $290,000 Transnation Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Victoria $441,750
Previous Owner Washington Orlen M $318,274
Previous Owner Washington Orlen M $6,126
Previous Owner Washington Orlen M $306,348
Previous Owner Strunk Michael $224,500
Previous Owner Strunk Michael $232,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/10/2024 12/10/24 Sold $465,000 +1.3% $152 / Sq Ft
10/25/2024 10/25/24 For Sale $459,000 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Price Changed $459,000 +47.1% $150 / Sq Ft
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Sold $312,000 +0.7% $145 / Sq Ft
06/08/2019 06/08/19 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2019 05/13/19 Price Changed $309,900 -3.1% $144 / Sq Ft
04/22/2019 04/22/19 Price Changed $319,900 -4.5% $149 / Sq Ft
04/02/2019 04/02/19 For Sale $334,900 -- $156 / 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
2024 $2,994 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2023 $2,922 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2022 $2,891 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2021 $2,817 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2020 $393 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2019 $2,813 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2018 $12,502 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2017 $625 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2016 $2,266 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2015 $2,032 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
2014 $2,031 $80,800 $18,100 $62,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S Walton Simpson

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    S Walton Simpson

    Walt Simpson Realty

    (302) 242-5146

    1 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    S Walton Simpson
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  • John Rowland

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    John Rowland

    Long & Foster

    (302) 688-5844

    2 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    John Rowland
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  • Shirley McAllister

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Shirley McAllister

    Patterson Schwartz

    (302) 562-7392

    1 in this area

    88 Total Sales

    Shirley McAllister
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  • DiFonzo Michael

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    DiFonzo Michael

    RE/MAX

    (302) 479-7700

    44 Total Sales

    DiFonzo Michael
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2069960

Bright MLS

APN: 18-043.00-153

Delaware New Castle County Newark 19713 Southern Newark

248 W Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE

This home is located at 248 W Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19713 since 25 October 2024 and is currently estimated at $482,764, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 248 W Chestnut Hill Rd is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including West Park Place Elementary School, Shue-Medill Middle School, and Newark High School.

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