NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 W Chestnut Hill Rd Newark, DE 19713

Newark Area

Estimated Value: $368,000 - $444,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 Sq Ft
$263/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 30, 2021

Last sale price $325,000 $210 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,245 / mo

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • West Park Place Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 5-minute walk to Rittenhouse Park

About This Home

As of November 2021

Charming and beautifully maintained 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Ranch home in Rittenhouse Woods. GREAT LOCATION in Newark close to I95, University of Delaware and within the 5 mile radius of Newark Charter School. Enjoy a short walk to the Newark Parks & Recreations ‘Rittenhouse Park’. Wood burning fireplace in living room. Hardwood floors throughout living room, dining room and bedrooms. Kitchen has nice cabinet space and ready for your own personal touches. Beautiful 3 season room is off the dining room with access to a lovely landscaped relaxing & private backyard. Basement is unfinished for additional storage and has Washer/Dryer/Utility tub.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katina Geralis

(888) 543-4829 de.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC License #R3-0020328 Listed on: 09/27/2021

EXP Realty, LLC

Co-Listed By

Donna Marconi

(888) 543-4829 de.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC License #RS339930

Last Buyer's Agent

Michele Endrich

(302) 999-9999 gail.renulfi@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #R3-0011184

BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,091

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 10,890 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 86.10 x 135.00
  • Property is zoned 18RS

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1,550 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Newark Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 017
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-045.00-017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,091

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0.25 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2021-10-05
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Partially Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1550
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1550
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 193.55
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1550
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Shingle Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage, Built In, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 86.10 x 135.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Zoning: 18RS
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1578.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2091.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-045.00-017
  • Tax Lot: 017
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2021
Closed on
Nov 30, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Katina Geralis
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michele Endrich
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
8.33%
Current Estimated Value
$407,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$82,701
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2002
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
$138,000
Interest Rate
0.0636%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $140,000
Previous Owner $105,147
Previous Owner $75,000
Previous Owner $10,000
Previous Owner $50,000
Previous Owner $138,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/30/2021 11/30/21 Sold $325,000 +8.3% $210 / Sq Ft
11/15/2021 11/15/21 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2021 11/05/21 For Sale $300,000 -7.7% $194 / Sq Ft
09/27/2021 09/27/21 Off Market $325,000 -- --
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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 -- $313,800 $72,600 $241,200
2024 $518 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2023 $1,775 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2022 $1,757 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2021 $1,712 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2020 $1,662 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2019 $1,457 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2018 $7,596 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2017 $380 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2016 $1,377 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2015 $1,235 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
2014 $1,234 $49,100 $10,900 $38,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Katina Geralis

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Katina Geralis

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (302) 383-5412

    459 Total Sales

    Katina Geralis
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  • Donna Marconi

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Donna Marconi

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (302) 521-2590

    8 Total Sales

    Donna Marconi
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  • Michele Endrich

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Michele Endrich

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (302) 690-4279

    152 Total Sales

    Michele Endrich
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2007150

Bright MLS

APN: 18-045.00-017

Delaware New Castle County Newark 19713

253 W Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE

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