Ping Xu
RE/MAX Edge
(856) 276-5384
165 Total Sales
4 in Brookside
$159K - $405K Price Range
68 E Shady Dr Newark, DE 19713
Brookside Area
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,775
Sq Ft
9,148
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Above Ground Pool
- Deck
- No HOA
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- Upgraded Countertops
About This Home
As of August 2026SUMMER IS HERE Just in time for you to enjoy the fabulous backyard and amenities of this home! Expansive Deck with newer Pool and plenty of yard to run and play, garden, whatever you desire! This beautiful move-in ready, energy efficient home offers spacious and comfortable living spaces that combine modern updates with a functional floor plan perfect for today's lifestyle. The fully updated kitchen features attractive wood cabinetry with pull out spice cabinet, Corian countertops, tiled backsplash, updated stainless steel appliances, large pantry closet and room for your breakfast table. The Family Room has access to the main floor laundry room with utility sink and access to the oversized garage with workshop area and pull down stairs to the garage attic which affords even more storage space. The Living Room with Triple Windows has superb natural lighting and the adjoining dining room opens to the expansive deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard designed for relaxing or the ultimate in entertaining. For added enjoyment, the fire pit, all the patio furniture and gas BBQ are included! Upstairs you'll find four spacious bedrooms with generous closets, new neutral carpeting, and a wonderful full bath completely renovated in 2024. Major updates include heating and central air (2022), smart water heater (2021), replacement windows, attractive front and storm door, updated laminate flooring, newer interior Colonial style doors and attractive paint colors. Added attic insulation, and other energy-efficient improvements the seller has completed is how this home achieved its Certificate for the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Program which means important savings to you as the Buyer on your utilities! Ideally located near shopping, restaurants, parks, the University of Delaware, Christiana Hospital and major commuting routes, this move-in ready home offers the perfect combination of space, updates, and value. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours and enjoy the rest of summer in your delightful backyard! Room Sizes & Square Footages sited are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Photos have been edited to enhance images.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 995-1200 cbsoldsisters@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors Brokerage Phone: 3029951200 License #RS-0019961 Listed on: 07/02/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
(302) 426-2211 tom@ricciorealestate.com RE/MAX Point Realty License #0020557
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,013
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75.40 x 129.00
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned NC6.5
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- Oversized Parking
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,775 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Replacement Windows
- Low Emissivity Windows
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Pool
- Deck
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
- Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Breezewood II Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 008
- Assessor Parcel Number 09-033.20-008
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 1991
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Newark, DE
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Ping Xu
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Dustin Oldfather
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
(302) 393-2276
1,391 Total Sales
2 in Brookside
$323K - $352K Price Range
-
Laura Walker
Laura Walker
Responds QuicklyWalker Realty Group LLC
(302) 279-5690
107 Total Sales
3 in Brookside
$318K - $410K Price Range
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Joseph Anthony Jr
Joseph Anthony Jr
CG Realty, LLC
(610) 510-7542
139 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$225,000 Price
-
Chris Cashman
Chris Cashman
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
(484) 779-6265
109 Total Sales
4 in Brookside
$300K - $345K Price Range
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Diana Penate
Diana Penate
Bryan Realty Group
(302) 865-7368
66 Total Sales
5 in Brookside
$260K - $425K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $104,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2026 08/12/26 | Sold | $400,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2026 07/02/26 | For Sale | $399,900 | -- | $225 / 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 | $3,013 | $370,100 | $63,100 | $307,000 |
| 2024 | $2,670 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2023 | $2,597 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2022 | $2,591 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2021 | $2,536 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2020 | $2,470 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2019 | $2,479 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2018 | $2,126 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2017 | $2,050 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2016 | $2,045 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2015 | $1,863 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
| 2014 | $1,863 | $62,700 | $10,100 | $52,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kathy Melcher
Seller's Agent in 2026
Kathy Melcher
Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
(302) 379-3351
152 Total Sales
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Jay Shinn
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jay Shinn
RE/MAX
(302) 530-0146
274 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2106364
APN: 09-033.20-008
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