Great opportunity to own a spit-level, 4 bedroom home in Chestnut Hill Estates! This property has been recently updated. Renovations include the eat-in kitchen with recessed lighting, modern cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertop. Renovated full bath with tile tub surround and vinyl plank flooring. Additional updates include newer, natural gas HVAC system (2019), new carpet throughout, fresh paint, and new lighting/ceiling fans. This home has many great features! Spacious living room with hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, and large windows for plenty of natural light. Nearly a quarter acre corner lot with fenced-in yard and large shed. Conveniently located off of Route 4. Close to shopping, University of Delaware, Christiana medial centers and an easy drive to I-95.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$220Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alec Tran• Premier Realty Inc
•302-633-6970 (broker)
•premierrealtyde@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with LaTonya Newsome• Empower Real Estate, LLC
Good Solid Home Needs Some Tlc. Great Location, Close To Shopping, Mbna And I 95. Two Chair Lifts, One To Upper And The Other To Lower Level (Lower Level Chair Lift Needs To Be Re-Installed). Home Is Currently 2/3 Bedrooms Could Be Easily Converted Back To 3/4 Bedrooms. Home Is Being Sold In As Is Condition.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,149 (+48.4%)
$64,300 + $244,000
$308,300
2024
$2,122 (+2.7%)
$64,300 + $244,000
$308,300
2023
$2,065 (+0.6%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2022
$2,052 (+2.1%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2021
$2,008 (+2.7%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2020
$1,956 (+13.0%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2019
$1,732 (+6.2%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2018
$1,630 (+3.6%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2017
$1,574 (+0.4%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2016
$1,567 (+9.6%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2015
$1,430
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2014
$1,430 (+3.6%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2013
$1,381 (+2.0%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2012
$1,353
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
Tax history for 28 Merion Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,149 (+48.4%)
$64,300 + $244,000
$308,300
2024
$2,122 (+2.7%)
$64,300 + $244,000
$308,300
2023
$2,065 (+0.6%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2022
$2,052 (+2.1%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2021
$2,008 (+2.7%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2020
$1,956 (+13.0%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2019
$1,732 (+6.2%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2018
$1,630 (+3.6%)
$8,300 + $40,400
$48,700
2017
$1,574 (+0.4%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2016
$1,567 (+9.6%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2015
$1,430
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2014
$1,430 (+3.6%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2013
$1,381 (+2.0%)
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
2012
$1,353
$8,300 + $38,700
$47,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
121 ft.
Lot depth
82 ft.
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,475
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0902240071
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic, Bonus Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $40,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner
Lot Size Dimensions: 121.00 x 82.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $8,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,726
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $403
School Tax: $1,610
Tax Assessed Value: $48,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,012
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $15
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
High School: CHRISTIANA
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: AUGUSTA DR
Directions: From I-95, exit onto Route 273 heading towards Ogletown. Exit onto Route 4 Westbound. Turn right onto Augusta Dr. Property is on the corner of Merion Rd and Augusta Dr.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,475
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0902240071
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
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Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School
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Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Christiana High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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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
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Estimated sale price
$361,000 – $437,000
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