10 Mars Road is in the development of North Star & sits proudly on a nice elevated lot(0.71). This home is in the Red Clay School District & feeds into the highly thought off North Star Elementary School K-5. When you enter through the new front door into this spacious newly tiled foyer you notice the neutral tones of the recently painted home & how pride of ownership shines through. To the right of the entryway you have the living Room which offers triple aspect, lovely hardwoods, moldings & a pellet stove added in 2014, perfect for those chilly winter days. To the left is the dining room with hardwoods, chair rail & ample space for large dinner parties. The kitchen was completely renovated in 2014 & offers all the bell & whistles todays discerning buyers are looking for. The Cherry cabinets with a nutmeg glaze feature "soft close" drawers & doors with the convenience of pullout shelving, under mounted lighting, granite counters Travertine back splash, stainless steel Kitchen Aid Appliances including a wine cooler & a 5 burner cook top, double oven & a built in microwave. For casual dining you can eat at the peninsula or at the kitchen table in the breakfast nook. Just off the kitchen is the family room with the homes second fireplace, which offers access to the large patio & the front porch. Upstairs on the 2nd floor this home offers 4 spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space & access to the attic. This property features a double attached garage & also offers a detached single garage, which gives you multiple options, whether you have an additional car or need extra storage. The other noteworthy features include Septic system replaced in 2013, roof 2006, AC 5 years old & the furnace 6 years old.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.71 acresLot Size
$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Allport• BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
•302-571-8855 (broker)
Bought with Debbie Baker• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Beautiful 4BR, 2.1B center hall colonial located in the North Star Elementary feeder pattern. This home was lovingly maintained by the original owner and it shows!. The large and flowing floor plan includes a front to back living room, formal dining room, updated granite kitchen w/ new appliances, eating area and a large family room w/ fireplace. The second floor features four gracious bed rooms including a large master and two full baths. Other noteworthy updates and features include roof, heater central air, windows, vinyl siding, two fireplaces, hardwood floors, turned two car garage and more! This home is perfectly sited on a premium . 71acre professionally landscaped lot. This home is priced to sell!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,890 (+15.6%)
$128,700 + $428,600
$557,300
2024
$4,231 (+13.4%)
$128,700 + $428,600
$557,300
2023
$3,732 (−1.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2022
$3,777
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2021
$3,776 (−0.3%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2020
$3,789 (+0.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2019
$3,783 (+2.0%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2018
$3,707 (+1.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2017
$3,662 (+4.7%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2016
$3,497 (+6.7%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2015
$3,277 (+8.1%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2014
$3,032 (+42.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2013
$2,132 (+6.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2012
$2,008
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
Tax history for 10 Mars Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,890 (+15.6%)
$128,700 + $428,600
$557,300
2024
$4,231 (+13.4%)
$128,700 + $428,600
$557,300
2023
$3,732 (−1.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2022
$3,777
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2021
$3,776 (−0.3%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2020
$3,789 (+0.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2019
$3,783 (+2.0%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2018
$3,707 (+1.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2017
$3,662 (+4.7%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2016
$3,497 (+6.7%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2015
$3,277 (+8.1%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2014
$3,032 (+42.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2013
$2,132 (+6.2%)
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
2012
$2,008
$27,200 + $87,300
$114,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Butlers Pantry, CeilngFan(s), Stall Shower, Breakfast Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $87,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
Other Structures: 2nd Garage
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloping, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 174X174
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $27,200
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,350
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $114,500
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Annual Amount: $3,498
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Underground
Propane, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Bottled Gas/Propane
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
HOA Fee: $60
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: NORTH STAR
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: JOHN DICKINSON
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Location Information
Cross Street: MERCURY
Directions: North Star Rd to Neptune, R on Jupiter, L on Mercury, R onto Mars. Alternatively North on route 7, L on Haileys, R on Poloris, R on Mercury onto Mars.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,350
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0802410029
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Star Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Dickinson (John) High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Newark, DE • 19711
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$599,000 – $725,000
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