OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2023 for $335K

$382,293

•

1,075

sq ft

257 W Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19713

About this home

Charming Ranch-Style Residence in an Ideal Location! This property boasts an additional yard with an attached lot, expanding the total lot size to just over half an acre within Newark City limits. Nestled in a lovely neighborhood close to the Bob Carpenter Center, it offers swift access to I-95, connecting you to Maryland and Wilmington within mere minutes. Inside, you'll be greeted by stunning hardwood flooring throughout the entire first floor. The basement is partially finished, featuring a recreational room with a generous window and direct access to the garage. Step outside onto the spacious deck, perfect for savoring the beauty of the backyard. There's an abundance of space in the rear for gardening, allowing you to cultivate your own produce. This property is truly a must-see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

0.52 acresLot Size

$356Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Cheryl Roberts • Century 21 Gold Key Realty

•302-369-5397 (broker)

•newarkoffice@c21gk.com (broker)

Bought with Debbie Phipps • Empower Real Estate, LLC

•302-738-2300 (broker)

•irene@kwempower.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2048200

Redfin Estimate

$382,293

$47K since sold in October 2023$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 2.4% lower than the average sale price ($392K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$250,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,150 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$525,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
504 Apple Rd, Newark, DE 19711
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$362,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,625 sq ft
202 Welsh Tract Rd, Newark, DE 19702
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$410,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,450 sq ft
8 Anglin Dr, Newark, DE 19713
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$390,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,375 sq ft
24 Marlin Dr, Newark, DE 19713
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$412,500
F
3 beds2 baths1,981 sq ft
1806 Old Coochs Bridge Rd, Newark, DE 19702

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Market trends in 19713, DE

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.6%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$357K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 257 W Chestnut Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Nov 13, 2023

Sold

$268,000

$249/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2048200

Oct 30, 2023

Sold

$335,000

$312/sq ft

Sep 20, 2023

Pending

—

Sep 15, 2023

Price Changed

$330,000

$307/sq ft

Sep 8, 2023

Listed

$345,000

$321/sq ft

Sep 5, 2023

Coming Soon

$345,000

$321/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC479210

Jul 31, 2019

Sold

$185,000

$172/sq ft

Jun 14, 2019

Pending

—

May 26, 2019

Listed

$190,000

$177/sq ft

+28

This is a Department of Housing and Urban Development property Case number 071-174574, Home is being sold "AS IS", Property is (IN)INSURED for FHA financing in its "as-is" condition. FHA 203K AND 203K STREAMLINE ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS PROPERTY. All offers will need to include a Lenders written letter or proof of funds, which include the case # & address. All lenders should be willing to lend on an "AS-IS" condition. The utilities are off so please use caution. Buyers representative will need to be present for all showings & inspections. All property information including "property condition report" are available on the web and here to download. Municipalities requiring Use & Occupancy are at buyers expense. Buyers representative to obtain City Certs. Transaction will need to close within 45 days for Owner Occupants and 30 days for Investors. Equal Housing Opportunity Property. Selling broker must have an NAID #. Owner occupant bids only the first 15 days. Investors can bid on the 16th day

Public Records

Sep 5, 2006

Sold

$10

$0/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC125570

Jul 17, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 20, 2006

Listed

$264,900

$246/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC361090

Jun 21, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 5, 2006

Listed

$264,900

$246/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC358840

Jun 7, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 28, 2006

Listed

$264,900

$246/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 26, 2003

Sold

$171,000

$159/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC198324

Oct 20, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Sep 26, 2003

Listed

$171,000

$159/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,106 (+73.2%)

$75,200 + $273,800

$349,000

2024

$1,793 (+2.5%)

$75,200 + $273,800

$349,000

2023

$1,750 (+1.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2022

$1,732 (+2.6%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2021

$1,687 (+3.0%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2020

$1,639 (+14.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2019

$1,436 (+2.4%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2018

$1,403 (+3.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2017

$1,362 (+0.3%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2016

$1,357 (+11.5%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2015

$1,217

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2014

$1,216 (+4.0%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2013

$1,169 (+2.6%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2012

$1,139

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

Tax history for 257 W Chestnut Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,106 (+73.2%)

$75,200 + $273,800

$349,000

2024

$1,793 (+2.5%)

$75,200 + $273,800

$349,000

2023

$1,750 (+1.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2022

$1,732 (+2.6%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2021

$1,687 (+3.0%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2020

$1,639 (+14.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2019

$1,436 (+2.4%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2018

$1,403 (+3.1%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2017

$1,362 (+0.3%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2016

$1,357 (+11.5%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2015

$1,217

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2014

$1,216 (+4.0%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2013

$1,169 (+2.6%)

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

2012

$1,139

$11,300 + $37,100

$48,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

74 ft.

Lot depth

153 ft.

Lot size

0.31 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,075

Year built

1954

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1804500016

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway, Off Street, Attached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall

Room Information
Laundry Type: Has Laundry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Wood

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Level, Windows
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Basement Finished Percent: 50.00

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
# of Levels (Total): 1
Construction Materials: Brick, Block, Concrete, Frame
Foundation Details: Other
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Roof: Asphalt
Structure Type: Detached
Building Winterized

Exterior Information
Fencing: Split Rail, Wire

Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Additional Parcels
Land Assessed Value: $1,100

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,075
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $374
County Tax: $132
School Tax: $1,600
Tax Assessed Value: $1,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,106

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cable
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Wood Burn Stove
Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Available, Cable TV Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: WEST PARK PLACE
Middle Or Junior School: SHUE-MEDILL
High School: NEWARK
School District Name: CHRISTINA
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Chestnut Hill
Directions: 896 South to W. Chestnut Hill Rd on right. Home is less than 1/4 mile on left
Entry Floor Number: 1

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,075
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1804500016

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Around this home

Schools

West Park Place Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Shue-Medill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi

3/10

Newark High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

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, 14 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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Estimated sale price

$364,000 – $440,000

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Home values near 257 W Chestnut Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
253 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1550 Sq. Ft.	$395,358
260 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2175 Sq. Ft.	$476,281

Address	Redfin Estimate
249 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1350 Sq. Ft.	$398,440
261 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$512,430

Address	Redfin Estimate
254 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2775 Sq. Ft.	$539,538
263 West Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3039 Sq. Ft.	$405,906

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