Gina Spiese
Crown Homes Real Estate
(484) 233-6052
33 Total Sales
1 in Newark
$400,000 Price
61 Kells Ave Newark, DE 19711
Newark AreaEstimated Value: $549,795
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,175
Sq Ft
$253/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- West Park Place Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 1-minute walk to Lewis Park
About This Home
As of February 2019Charm abounds in this 2-story Cape built in 1947 on an oversized (6250 sq ft) corner lot (zoned RD/ duplex ), one block from University of Delaware campus. This comfortable home was built with quality craftsmanship and features hardwood floors throughout, a chef s kitchen, built-in bookshelves in most rooms, and mature landscaping highlighted by a large, shade-casting oak tree in the back yard. First floor has separate kitchen, pantry, dining room, living room, office (or bedroom) and 1/2 bathroom. Dine and relax in the 3-season screened porch. In winter, sit by the living room s cozy wood-burning, brick fireplace. Second floor features 4 bedrooms, ample (7!) closets, and a full bath. Attic has hardwood floors, as well as a small office/hobby room. Full, unfinished basement and attached garage offer potential for additional living spaces. Updated roof and energy efficient windows throughout. Walk to UD, Newark s Main Street, restaurants, and shopping. Easy access to I-95.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 239-3000 ssedita@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin Listed on: 01/09/2019
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,898
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 12,197 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 160x75
- North Facing Home
- Board Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Back Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned 18RD 6250SQ' SEMIDETACHED
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Fiberglass Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Galvanized Plumbing
- Cast Iron Plumbing
- Copper Plumbing
- CPVC or PVC Pipes
Interior Spaces
- 2,175 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- City Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Outdoor Features
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Private Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Newark Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1803200097
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2021
Sold by
Scott Kaitlyn and Scott Thomas J
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 9, 2019
Closed on
Feb 12, 2019
Sold by
Geddes Jeanne E and Geddes Key Jeanne B
Bought by
Scott Thomas J and Scott Laura
Seller's Agent
F. Neil Dougherty
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Sammons
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$339,900
Sold Price
$339,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.56%
Original Mortgage
$271,920
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | ||
| Scott Thomas J | $339,900 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Scott Thomas J | $271,920 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2019 02/28/19 | Sold | $339,900 | 0.0% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2019 01/22/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/09/2019 01/09/19 | For Sale | $339,900 | -- | $156 / 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 | $3,080 | $440,200 | $78,500 | $361,700 |
| 2024 | $733 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2023 | $2,513 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2022 | $2,486 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2021 | $2,423 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2020 | $0 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2019 | $1,944 | $69,500 | $11,900 | $57,600 |
| 2018 | $10,134 | $65,500 | $11,900 | $53,600 |
| 2017 | $507 | $65,500 | $11,900 | $53,600 |
| 2016 | $1,837 | $65,500 | $11,900 | $53,600 |
| 2015 | $1,647 | $65,500 | $11,900 | $53,600 |
| 2014 | $1,646 | $65,500 | $11,900 | $53,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
F. Neil Dougherty
FD
Seller's Agent in 2019
F. Neil Dougherty
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 388-2666
8 Total Sales
-
Jeff Sammons
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jeff Sammons
Patterson Schwartz
(800) 438-2968
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC317382
APN: 18-032.00-097
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