$663,500
SOLD JUN 2, 2026

538 Penn Manor Dr Newark, DE 19711

North Star Area
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,350 Sq Ft
0.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 2, 2026

$282 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • North Star Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

About This Home

As of June 2026

Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod home in the desirable community of Thistleberry Farms. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a stunning two-story foyer and rich hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the main level. The inviting sunken family room features a vaulted ceiling and a charming brick fireplace, creating a warm and comfortable gathering space. This room opens effortlessly to the formal dining room, making it ideal for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. At the center of the home is the thoughtfully designed eat-in kitchen, complete with granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, a breakfast nook, and a peninsula with seating. The kitchen flows openly into the family room and provides direct access through glass doors to the rear Timber-Tek deck and paver patio—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy peaceful views of the private backyard, complete with a serene koi pond and landscape lighting. The main-level primary suite offers both comfort and convenience, featuring a spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a beautifully updated, luxurious bathroom. Highlights include heated tile floor, a double vanity and a stunning frameless tiled walk-in shower. Upstairs, you’ll find even more space to enjoy, including a versatile study and three additional bedrooms. These rooms share a fully renovated hall bath that truly stands out, featuring a vaulted ceiling with skylights, double vanity, heated herringbone tile flooring, and a beautifully finished tub/shower combination. Additional features include a two-car garage and an unfinished lower level, offering abundant storage or future expansion potential.
Lovingly cared for and ideally located, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and modern updates—all in a sought-after community. Location convenient to shopping, restaurants, and many state and county parks – great for hiking, biking, picnicking, etc.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jan Patrick

(302) 202-9855 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass Brokerage Phone: 3022029855 License #RS-0009488 Listed on: 05/01/2026

Compass

Co-Listed By

Susan Gibson

(302) 202-9855 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass Brokerage Phone: 3022029855 License #RS222441L

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Buck

(302) 234-1111 ebuck9@gmail.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0019195

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,563

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 21,780 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned NC21

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,350 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Chair Railings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Sided Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Attic
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include snow removal, common area maintenance
  • Penn Manor Maintenance Corp HOA
  • Thistleberry Farms Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 106
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-017.30-106

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,563

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 5/1/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Double Sided
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Study
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2350
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2350
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 282.34
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2350
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • 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
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 200.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance
  • HOA Name: PENN MANOR MAINTENANCE CORP
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.50
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 21780.00
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4419.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5563.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-017.30-106
  • Tax Lot: 106
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2026
Closed on
Jun 2, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jan Patrick
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Eric Buck
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$663,500
Premium/Discount to List
$63,600
10.6%
Views
87

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.61%
Original Mortgage
$630,325
Interest Rate
0.063%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1991
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $663,500 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $233,500 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $630,325 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/02/2026 06/02/26 Sold $663,500 0.0% $282 / Sq Ft
05/03/2026 05/03/26 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2026 05/03/26 Price Changed $663,500 +10.6% $282 / Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 For Sale $599,900 -- $255 / 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 -- $613,700 $116,700 $497,000
2024 $4,919 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2023 $4,363 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2022 $4,387 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2021 $4,382 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2020 $4,383 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2019 $4,660 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2018 $4,307 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2017 $4,256 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2016 $4,048 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2015 $3,804 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
2014 $3,534 $128,400 $21,800 $106,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2101208

Bright MLS

APN: 08-017.30-106

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