A Hidden Gem in Berkeley Farms is now ready for its new residents. This Four Bedroom, Two and one half Bath Cape Style home is situated on an acre of beautifully wooded privacy with mature trees and flowers. The front entry foyer leads to a comfy living room which is appointed with wainscoting and floor to ceiling custom built ins. At the end of the foyer is the "first floor" master suite that has an adjoining bathroom complete with shower, soaking tub and vaulted ceilings. The balance of rooms on the first floor include a formal dining room, a relaxing family room with brick fireplace and the kitchen. The kitchen is an open design with breakfast bar, granite counter tops, lots of storage, hard tile flooring and all the necessary appliances to hone your culinary skills. There is a 'mud" room off the kitchen and a half bath situated nearby. The second floor has three ample size bedrooms with lots of closet space and ceiling fans in each room. A nicely appointed full bath with double sinks completes the 2nd floor. Outside there is a two-car attached garage, and a newly added single detached garage for your third car or for "all of your toys". The driveway was recently resurfaced and can accommodate 4 plus cars for parking. The back yard is nicely landscaped with a variety of flora and offers a large patio designed with pavers, great for outdoor fun. The previous owner had a natural gas line installed to the house, so you can add gas as a fuel source if you prefer! Berkeley Farms is conveniently located near shopping centers, restaurants, county parks and has easy access to major travel routes. Please make an appointment with the listing agent to view this spectacular home and to learn of possible incentives for qualified/interested buyers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$262Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lou DeYenno• Realty Mark Associates
•888-260-0040 (broker)
•raygaber@comcast.net (broker)
Bought with Jeffrey Preininger• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Welcome to 729 Crossan Road! On a beautiful private wooded lot with mature landscaping, this home is charming from the moment you get out of the car! The home features a large driveway and built-in two car garage. The front foyer leads into the adjoining living room with floor-to-ceiling custom bookshelves, and beautiful white wainscoting. The center hall leads to the first-floor master suite in the back of the home, with a large adjoining bathroom featuring a huge glassed-in shower and soaking tub, with vaulted ceilings and lots of light. The homes family room features a large, brick fireplace with wide, hardwood floors, and is open to the kitchen with breakfast bar. The kitchen features a tiled backsplash, large granite countertops and plenty of cabinet storage. Large windows offer the kitchen plenty of natural light. Beyond the kitchen, the mudroom has a powder room and plenty of extra storage space. This room also connects to the screened-in porch and large brick patio. Upstairs, three large bedrooms have plenty of storage space, and the hall bath offers double sinks. This home is also ready to be converted to natural gas, with ready access to a gas hook-up. Be sure to view the virtual tour and schedule a showing; this home is definitely one to visit!
TREND #5709111
Sep 23, 2010
Sold
$370,000
$148/sq ft
May 11, 2010
Listed
$385,000
$154/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004842670
Sep 23, 2010
Sold
$370,000
$148/sq ft
Aug 3, 2010
Listing Removed
—
May 11, 2010
Listed
$385,000
$154/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008807180
Apr 14, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2009
Listed
$399,900
$160/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC144622
Nov 19, 2004
Sold
$350,000
$140/sq ft
Oct 8, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 2004
Listed
$350,000
$140/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC411754
Sep 10, 2004
Listing Removed
—
May 26, 2004
Listed
$349,900
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 1995
Sold
$228,000
$91/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC449790
Mar 10, 1995
Listed
$228,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1985
Sold
$172,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,311 (+12.5%)
$194,300 + $410,900
$605,200
2024
$4,722 (+13.4%)
$194,300 + $410,900
$605,200
2023
$4,166 (−1.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2022
$4,215
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2021
$4,215 (−0.3%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2020
$4,229 (+0.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2019
$4,222 (+2.0%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2018
$4,138 (+1.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2017
$4,088 (+8.5%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2016
$3,766 (+6.7%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2015
$3,529 (+8.1%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2014
$3,265 (+1.3%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2013
$3,223 (+4.3%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2012
$3,091
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
Tax history for 729 Crossan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,311 (+12.5%)
$194,300 + $410,900
$605,200
2024
$4,722 (+13.4%)
$194,300 + $410,900
$605,200
2023
$4,166 (−1.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2022
$4,215
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2021
$4,215 (−0.3%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2020
$4,229 (+0.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2019
$4,222 (+2.0%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2018
$4,138 (+1.2%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2017
$4,088 (+8.5%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2016
$3,766 (+6.7%)
$29,300 + $98,500
$127,800
2015
$3,529 (+8.1%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2014
$3,265 (+1.3%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2013
$3,223 (+4.3%)
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
2012
$3,091
$29,300 + $94,000
$123,300
*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
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,500
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0802330025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Other
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway, Other
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Master Bathroom
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $98,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $29,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,500
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,054
School Tax: $3,168
Tax Assessed Value: $127,800
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $4,222
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump - Oil BackUp, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: NORTH STAR
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: JOHN DICKINSON
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Doe Run to Crossan Rd or North Star Road to Crossan Rd
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,500
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0802330025
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
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Schools
North Star Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Dickinson (John) High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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 • 19711
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$623,000 – $754,000
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