Meticulously maintained, only 5 years old, gorgeous home in popular Welsh Hill Preserves. This lovely home has upgrades throughout including hardwood floors and a wonderful open floor plan. The spacious Kitchen with 42" cabinets, granite countertops, enlarged pantry, recessed lighting, and island with bar seating is open to the Breakfast Area and spacious Family Room. The large Family Room has a wall of windows and is perfect for entertaining. The front formal Living and Dining Rooms are stunning and complete the open feel of the first floor. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms; the Owners Bedroom is huge with 2 walk-in closets and a pretty Bath with double sink and spa tub. The ample sized 3 guest Bedrooms and hall bath along with the popular upstairs laundry complete the 2nd floor. The lower level is waiting to be finished with egress and rough in plumbing- including a Renai tankless water heater. The rear 20 x 12 composite deck over looks the fenced and treed rear yard- with a fire pit. Welsh Hill Preserve is within the 5 mile radius of the award winning Newark Charter School as well as close proximity to the University of DE, I-95, Christiana Hospital and Mall.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
9,148 sq ftLot Size
$262Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kathy Eddins• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Listed by Linda Hanna• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Come see this rarely available and only 3 years young 4 bed, 2.5 bath colonial in Welsh Hill Preserve. Built in 2014 by Empire Builders this property is in tip top shape. It's located on a large, flat lot and tucked away just outside of Newark and also close to Bear. The home has tons of builder upgrades including the beautiful kitchen with 42" cabinetry, enlarged pantry, island and granite counter tops. Upstairs you'll find 3 good sized bedrooms along with the huge master suite which includes his and hers walk-in closets. There's even upstairs laundry! The basement has full egress, high ceilings and has roughed in plumbing to add another bathroom if you care to create more, custom living space down the line. There's a freshly sealed large driveway with 2 car, insulated garage, recessed lighting, tankless Renai water heater, and countless other must haves to check off your list. Come see it today!
BRIGHT MLS #1009790032
Feb 19, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 23, 2013
Listed
$366,900
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 10, 2007
Sold
$2,640,000
$1,200/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,272 (+28.9%)
$100,600 + $408,600
$509,200
2024
$4,089 (+2.4%)
$100,600 + $408,600
$509,200
2023
$3,992 (+0.6%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2022
$3,969 (+2.1%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2021
$3,886 (+2.6%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2020
$3,788 (+12.7%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2019
$3,362 (+2.2%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2018
$3,289 (+4.8%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2017
$3,140 (+1.0%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2016
$3,110 (+9.4%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2015
$2,843 (+946.7%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2013
$272 (+1.7%)
$9,100
2012
$267
$9,100
Tax history for 462 Welsh Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,272 (+28.9%)
$100,600 + $408,600
$509,200
2024
$4,089 (+2.4%)
$100,600 + $408,600
$509,200
2023
$3,992 (+0.6%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2022
$3,969 (+2.1%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2021
$3,886 (+2.6%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2020
$3,788 (+12.7%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2019
$3,362 (+2.2%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2018
$3,289 (+4.8%)
$13,000 + $79,900
$92,900
2017
$3,140 (+1.0%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2016
$3,110 (+9.4%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2015
$2,843 (+946.7%)
$13,000 + $78,800
$91,800
2013
$272 (+1.7%)
$9,100
2012
$267
$9,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,200
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1101220004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
S
Suburban District
This district permits a wide range of residential uses. This district includes all the newly developing areas designated as growth areas in the Comprehensive Development Plan.; This district permits moderate to high density development and a full range of residential uses in a manner consistent with providing a high quality suburban character. Significant areas of open space and/or landscaping shall be provided to maintain the balance between green space and buildings that characterize suburban character. The highest densities are permitted in designed communities, hamlets and villages through the use of Smart Code techniques.; This district is not intended to be used for fully developed areas. Fully developed areas are zoned Neighborhood Conservation (NC). The Suburban District is used for in-fill tracts containing at least 5 acres or where New Castle County seeks to redevelop the area to suburban character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Has Spa
Spa Features: Heated, Indoor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room
Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Rough Bath Plumb, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Fencing: Vinyl
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 x 120
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $92,900
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $3,198
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Circuit Breakers
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $475
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Welsh Tract Road, turn into Welsh Hill Preserve
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,200
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1101220004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
West Park Place Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
3/10
Glasgow High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
1/10
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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
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, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Newark, DE • 19702
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$547,000 – $662,000
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