$260,000
SOLD NOV 21, 2025

85 Madison Dr Newark, DE 19711

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,275 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$204 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Corner Lot
  • Skylights
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

As of November 2025

This end unit 3-bedroom, 1-bath, 1-car garage red brick townhome has been fully updated from top to bottom and is truly move-in ready. Inside, you’ll find new LVP flooring throughout and fresh neutral paint, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The brand-new kitchen showcases stylish cabinetry, quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, and all-new stainless steel appliances—including a range, dishwasher, microwave hood, and garbage disposal—plus canless recessed lighting in both the kitchen and living room. The fully renovated bathroom (except bathtub) features a new vanity, toilet, light fixture, hardware, and a recessed medicine cabinet mirror, providing extra storage and functionality. Major system upgrades include new windows (2017), new roof (2017), and a new HVAC system installed in 2022, converting from oil to electric for improved efficiency. Ideally located close to the University of Delaware, with easy access to I-95, restaurants, shopping, parks, and playgrounds, this home offers the perfect combination of modern upgrades and everyday convenience.Newly Renovated End-Unit Townhome — Coming Tomorrow!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jinhong Shi

(302) 999-9999 gail.renulfi@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin License #RS0022255 Listed on: 10/03/2025

BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Last Buyer's Agent

Glendora Sealey

(302) 202-9855 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0013885

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,436

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20.70 x 146.70
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Downes Elementary School
  • Shue-Medill Middle School
  • Newark High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • College Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 012
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-025.00-012

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,436

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 10/3/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1275
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1275
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 230.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1125
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 150
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 150
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Flat
  • 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
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • 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

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: DOWNES
  • High School: NEWARK
  • Middle Or Junior School: SHUE-MEDILL

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 20.70 x 146.70
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Zoning: 18RR
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1828.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2436.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18-025.00-012
  • Tax Lot: 012
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 21, 2025
Sold by
Gu Ligang
Bought by
May Sierra
Seller's Agent
Jinhong Shi
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Glendora Sealey
Compass
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.39%
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.93%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$9,991
Interest Rate
6.3%
Estimated Equity
$243,828

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2006
Sold by
Sheehan Thomas W and Sheehan Peggy J
Bought by
Baysinger Christie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,700
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2003
Sold by
Wilkins Joyce H and Duricek Joyce
Bought by
Sheehan Thomas W and Sheehan Peggy J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$82,800
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $208,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $145,900 Transnation Title
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $10,000 No Value Available
Open $255,290 FHA
Previous Owner $144,700 FHA
Previous Owner $82,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Sold $260,000 +0.4% $204 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 For Sale $259,000 +178.5% $203 / Sq Ft
06/05/2017 06/05/17 Sold $93,000 -7.0% $83 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/23/2017 03/23/17 Price Changed $100,000 +2.0% $89 / Sq Ft
01/18/2017 01/18/17 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2016 12/21/16 Price Changed $98,000 +8.9% $87 / Sq Ft
07/22/2016 07/22/16 Price Changed $90,000 -5.3% $80 / Sq Ft
05/21/2016 05/21/16 For Sale $95,000 -- $84 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $410 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2023 $1,407 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2022 $1,392 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2021 $1,317 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2020 $1,317 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2019 $1,354 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2018 $1,128 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2017 $1,094 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2016 $1,091 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2015 $978 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
2014 $978 $38,900 $7,800 $31,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2090512

Bright MLS

APN: 18-025.00-012