Fairfield Crest has remained one of Newark's most beloved neighborhoods. Tree-lined streets, wonderful community amenities, and an unbeatable location create the perfect backdrop for this well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home that has been lovingly cared for and is ready for its next chapter. Inside, you'll immediately feel at home. Gleaming hardwood floors, sun-filled rooms, and an inviting floor plan offer the perfect balance of everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, and generous workspace where family meals and holiday memories are waiting to be made. Just off the kitchen, the warm and welcoming main-level family room invites you to gather, unwind, and enjoy everyday life. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms providing room for everyone to spread out and relax. The partially finished basement offers flexible space for a recreation room, home office, fitness area, or playroom, with plenty of additional storage to keep life organized. Step outside and discover your own private backyard retreat. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee beneath the pergola, hosting summer cookouts on the brick paver patio, or simply relaxing among the mature trees and landscaping, this backyard feels like a peaceful escape. Living in Fairfield Crest is about more than owning a beautiful home—it's about embracing a lifestyle. Spend summer afternoons at the community pool, enjoy the neighborhood park and playground, or explore the nearby walking and biking trails. Just minutes away, White Clay Creek State Park offers hundreds of acres of scenic hiking, biking, fishing, and outdoor adventure. You'll also appreciate the close proximity to the University of Delaware, vibrant downtown Newark, restaurants, shopping, and major commuting routes, making this location as convenient as it is desirable. Complete with a two-car garage, thoughtful updates throughout, and set in one of Newark's most desired locations, this is more than just a house—it's a place where memories are made, neighbors become lifelong friends, and you'll truly love coming home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$183Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Danielle Benson• Century 21 Gold Key Realty
•302-369-5397 (broker)
•newarkoffice@c21gk.com (broker)
Listed by Morgan Benson• Century 21 Gold Key Realty
West Newark, located between Main Street and the White Clay Creek corridor, is a residential and campus-adjacent Newark neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a walkable grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Main Street and South College Avenue crossroads, where independent cafes, late-night bites, and small storefronts set a steady hum. Deer Park Tavern, Newark Arts Alliance, and The Green anchor local culture with live music, exhibitions, and campus traditions. Brick colonials and mid-century ranches mix with student-era rowhomes near the University of Delaware edge. Sidewalks lead toward creekside trails and pocket parks, while evenings tilt toward patios and performance calendars.
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Market insights
40 Fremont Rd · $475,000
DAYS ON MARKET
6 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.4%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$475,000
Median sale price in this area is $463,768. (2% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Attic
Breakfast area
Ceiling fans
Family room
Partially finished basement with workshop
Basement with outside entrance and interior access
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the upper level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (one on main level, one on upper level)
Kitchen
Built-in range
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Exhaust fan
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Water heater (electric)
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
90% efficient forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Fully fenced yard
Backs to trees
Home design
Detached home
Above-grade and below-grade finished areas
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with front entry, inside access, garage door opener and additional storage area
Driveway with space for 3 vehicles
Total of 5 garage/parking spaces
Construction
Brick and vinyl siding
Block foundation
Replacement windows with screens
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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