Beautifully renovated 4 bed 2 full bath home is now available for immediate possession in Chestnut Hill Estates. Home features a brand new kitchen with tile floors, new cabinets and appliances, and solid surface countertops. Fresh paint throughout as well as new carpet and flooring and updated HVAC. The open floor plan and vaulted ceiling make this home a show-stopper. Home is close to major roads RT 2 & 7, I-95 and Christiana Care Hospital.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$182Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Joseph Nestor• Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
•302-429-4500 (broker)
•jfuentes@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Marilyn Mills• BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana
Calling all Investors and Handy Workers. Some TLC is needed to turn this house into your future home. Centrally located in the Greater Newark area, this 4 bedroom / 1.5 bathroom split-level home is a lot bigger than it looks and has a lot to offer: An open floor plan that leads you from the kitchen into the dining room and a large living room with vaulted ceiling, original hardwood floors throughout the main floor and the upper level (under the carpet) which offers 3 bedrooms and an updated bathroom. The family room and the 4th bedroom are located in the lower level along with the laundry room and a powder room. The lower level provides easy access to an expansive 3-season enclosed porch (36 X 11) on the back of the house with access to the spacious fenced-in backyard, attached shed and a carport. Conveniently located within minutes to I-95, RT 1, Christiana Mall, Christiana Hospital, University of Delaware and within the 5-mile radius of the Newark Charter School.
TREND #6181959
Nov 25, 2013
Sold
$130,000
$58/sq ft
Nov 21, 2013
Listed
$150,000
$67/sq ft
Nov 20, 2013
Sold
$130,000
$58/sq ft
Oct 17, 2013
Pending
—
Sep 24, 2013
Relisted
—
Sep 9, 2013
Pending
—
May 16, 2013
Price Changed
$150,000
$67/sq ft
Apr 30, 2013
Price Changed
$157,700
$70/sq ft
Apr 2, 2013
Price Changed
$166,000
$74/sq ft
Mar 9, 2013
Listed
$175,000
$78/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003360634
Nov 25, 2013
Sold
$130,000
$58/sq ft
Jul 8, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2013
Listed
$150,000
$67/sq ft
+12
A wonderful "Short Sale Opportunity". Here's a nice house in the Greater Newark area that is a lot bigger than it looks. When you get inside, you'll see that it's in good condition with hardwood floors and an open floorplan. This style split level includes a large living room area with adjacent dining area. It has a vaulted ceiling that goes up to the second floor that features 3 bedrooms and a remodeled bathroom that looks good. Downstairs there is a family room and access to a large 3-season porch on the back of the house. The curren owners use that all year long for a nice recreation area. Available only because of new jobs out of the area, this property would be a good property for you to consider. Other features include a fenced yard, offstreet parking, fresh paint throughout most of the house, nice kitchen and convenient location. All offers must include the Short Sale documents offered in this website and labeled as "Presentation of Offers".
BRIGHT MLS #1005718710
Jun 13, 2008
Sold
$217,000
$97/sq ft
Apr 29, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 26, 2008
Listed
$219,900
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,482 (+65.1%)
$63,100 + $277,800
$340,900
2024
$2,109 (+2.7%)
$63,100 + $277,800
$340,900
2023
$2,052 (+0.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2022
$2,039 (+2.1%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2021
$1,996 (+2.7%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2020
$1,944 (+13.0%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2019
$1,721 (+2.5%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2018
$1,679 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2017
$1,621 (+0.4%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2016
$1,614 (+9.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2015
$1,472
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2014
$1,473 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2013
$1,422 (+2.0%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2012
$1,394
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
Tax history for 4 Malvern Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,482 (+65.1%)
$63,100 + $277,800
$340,900
2024
$2,109 (+2.7%)
$63,100 + $277,800
$340,900
2023
$2,052 (+0.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2022
$2,039 (+2.1%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2021
$1,996 (+2.7%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2020
$1,944 (+13.0%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2019
$1,721 (+2.5%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2018
$1,679 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2017
$1,621 (+0.4%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2016
$1,614 (+9.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2015
$1,472
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2014
$1,473 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2013
$1,422 (+2.0%)
$8,000 + $40,400
$48,400
2012
$1,394
$8,000 + $40,400
$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
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
115 ft.
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,475
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0902240114
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 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 770
Accessibility Features: Other
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,475
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 770
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $48,400
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,996
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Oil BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Rt 4 to Augusta Drive; right on Malvern.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,475
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0902240114
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Christiana High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
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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
0.15% chance of being 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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Newark, DE • 19713
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Estimated sale price
$389,000 – $470,000
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