We have meeting of minds. Back-up offers will be considered only if current negotiations / signatures fail. Come see this spectacular and unique 4 BR 3 full bath Cape Cod. Great location on private Mimosa Drive, a non-development setting with no deed restrictions or homeowners association, walking distance to Newark Main Street, Reservoir Park, and University of Delaware. The sunny south facing Great Room, with wet bar, cathedral ceiling, French doors and skylights, leads to a large back deck and looks out over fenced backyard to adjacent parkland. Well maintained: Brand new septic, replaced well pump, new roof, exterior freshly painted. Efficient geothermal energy means freedom from fossil fuel price fluctuations. Anderson Thermo-pane windows throughout, wood-burning fireplace insert and grand shade trees further help reduce energy costs. Other desirable features: hardwood floors in bedrooms, kitchen-dining area and living room, sizable partially finished basement with exterior access; cedar-lined walk-in closet, custom wainscoting in kitchen-dining and in finished basement; detached 2 car garage with built-in workbench and ample storage above; sizable backyard shed, Quick settlement possible.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.67 acresLot Size
$233Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Will Webber• Empower Real Estate, LLC
•302-738-2300 (broker)
•irene@kwempower.com (broker)
Bought with Michael Shallcross• Century 21 Premier Homes
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
185 ft.
Lot depth
157 ft.
Lot size
0.67 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,175
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0805200023
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Stove, Water Treat System, Wet/Dry Bar
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Outside Entrance, Drainage System
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $45,600
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Stucco
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Balcony
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Replacement
Property Green Features
Remarks: Geothermal Heat. Check paperwork for annual savings compared to typical systems.
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 185X157
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $17,900
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,175
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $63,500
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $1,886
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Geothermal
100 Amp Service
Geothermal, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
Location Information
Cross Street: MIMOSA
Directions: From center of Newark, north on Paper Mill Road, cross creek (Timothy's Restaurant), past light, up a hill, turn left on Mimosa, house on corner.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,175
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1995
County: New Castle County
APN: 0805200023
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Shue-Medill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
3/10
Newark High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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 • 19711
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$482,000 – $583,000
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