$484,900
UNDER CONTRACT

261 W Chestnut Hill Rd Newark, DE 19713

Estimated payment $2,843/month

Total Views 12,823
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
$216 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Rambler Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Newly renovated 4 Bedrooms with 3 Full Baths and 2 car garage sitting on Half Acre Lot in Newark. This home is located within the desirable Newark Charter School radius, making it an ideal choice for those seeking top-rated education options. And within minutes to U. of Delaware , Rittenhouse Park and the Newark Amtrak/SEPTA Station. With its modern updates, open layout, and prime location, this property is truly a gem. New Kitchen with New Gray Cabinets, New Stainless Steel Appliances, All 3 Bathrooms updated. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary house your new home!

Listing Agent

Barry Godfrey

Home Finders Real Estate Company License #R1-0002457 Listed on: 08/17/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,108

Year Built

  • Built in 1954 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 264.90
  • Property is zoned 18RS

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Rittenhouse Wd Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-045.00-014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,108

Year Built

Built in 1954 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Year Renovated: 2025
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Newly renovated 4 Bedrooms with 3 Full Baths and 2 car garage sitting on Half Acre Lot in Newark. This home is located within the desirable Newark Charter School radius, making it an ideal choice for those seeking top-rated education options. And within minutes to U. of Delaware , Rittenhouse Park and the Newark Amtrak/SEPTA Station. With its modern updates, open layout, and prime location, this property is truly a gem. New Kitchen with New Gray Cabinets, New Stainless Steel Appliances, All 3 Bathrooms updated. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary house your new home!
  • Special Features: 130
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2240
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2240
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 334.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1450
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 790
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 790
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 261

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • 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 - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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 Size Acres: 0.58
  • Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 264.90
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 25265.00
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: 18RS
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3108.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-045.00-014
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

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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 $2,531 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2023 $2,470 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2022 $2,443 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2021 $2,381 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2020 $2,312 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2019 $2,027 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2018 $1,980 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2017 $1,921 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2016 $1,916 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2015 $1,717 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
2014 $1,717 $68,300 $13,000 $55,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/17/2025 08/17/25 For Sale $484,900 -- $216 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $139,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $24,522 New Conventional
Open $211,894 FHA
Closed $211,894 FHA
Closed $89,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2087852

Bright MLS

APN: 18-045.00-014