Offer Deadline set for 6/30 at 12 pm. INVESTOR ALERT!!!! Endless possibilities in an established neighborhood on a desirable . 17 acre lot. This 4-bedroom, 2 full bath split-level home has experienced severe fire and water damage and is in need of a full rehab/renovation. Property is being sold strictly AS IS, WHERE IS, with all existing conditions and no repairs or warranties expressed or implied. This is a true value-add project for a savvy investor looking to restore and transform a well-located home. Bring your vision and creativity—opportunities like this do not come along often. Do not enter the property without a scheduled appointment. For safety and legal reasons, no access to the upstairs level is permitted. All interested parties must sign a Hold Harmless Agreement prior to entry and email it to macentrella@psre.com before scheduling or accessing the property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$89Price/Sq.Ft.
$5/moHOA Dues
Listed by Peggy Centrella• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Joseph P Hurley III• Pantano Real Estate Inc
Est. $2,016 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 15 Merry Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DENC2106100
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$156,789
$89/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jun 28, 2026
Listed
$110,000
$62/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC231194
Aug 31, 1998
Sold
$99,900
$56/sq ft
Jul 3, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Jun 15, 1998
Listed
$99,900
$56/sq ft
Very Nice Brookside Split Level, A Pleasure To Show. The Large Kitchen/Dr Combination Has Been Recently Updated. Other Recent Updates Are: Bathroom, Heater, Central Air, Insulated Windows, And Vinyl Siding. Lower Level Waterproof System Installed In'97 W/ Lifetime Guarantee. Most Appliances Included. Big Yard & Off Street Parking. Fam Rm Floor Is Uncovered Concrete
BRIGHT MLS #DENC389638
Feb 16, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 1998
Listed
$99,900
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1995
Sold
$97,500
$55/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC286604
Jan 23, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 1994
Listed
$97,500
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,973 (+46.6%)
$58,500 + $236,900
$295,400
2024
$2,028 (+2.9%)
$58,500 + $236,900
$295,400
2023
$1,972 (+0.2%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2022
$1,967 (+2.2%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2021
$1,926 (+2.7%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2020
$1,876 (+13.1%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2019
$1,658 (+2.6%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2018
$1,616 (+3.7%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2017
$1,559 (+0.3%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2016
$1,554 (+9.7%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2015
$1,417 (+0.1%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2014
$1,415 (+3.4%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2013
$1,369 (+2.1%)
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
2012
$1,340
$8,600 + $38,900
$47,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
72 ft.
Lot depth
105 ft.
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,525
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1100220229
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 526
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 72 X 105
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,244
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 526
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $295,400
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $2,974
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $55
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Marrows Rd To East On Brookside, Left On Merriman, Right On Merry Rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,525
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1100220229
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brookside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Newark High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° 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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Historical weather
Newark, DE • 19713
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Newark. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$261,000 – $316,000
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