This home is situated on . 59 acre lot and just a mile from University of Delaware! This charming 4 bedrooms, 2.5 Baths home offers a fireplace in the family room, formal dining room and a sun room. This property can be fantastic for a family that is just starting out, retiring or kid heading to U of D! It is also within a 5 mile radius of the Newark Charter Schools, close to White Clay State Park, right near the Newark Country Club, including Fairfield Park, located within the community with tennis courts, full court basketball, and a baseball field. The home has tons of character and features an attached two car turned garage with ample parking in the driveway and street parking. It is the last house on the street and has a big beautiful back yard to have a firepit area or cookouts. New carpet in the living and dining room (June 2024). You can feel the pride of ownership immediately with the brick front and beautifully landscaped beds. There is still room to grow with the unfinished basement. Also, a homeowner warranty is being offered.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amy Boyer• Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
•302-285-5100 (broker)
•dwatlington@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Gordon Powell• Weichert Realtors Cornerstone
Total renovation of this beautiful 4br, 2.5 bath home Colonial style home in the highly sought after development of Fairfield. Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac this home is just minutes from the U of D campus. In 2005 the kitchen was totally renovated, from the new tile floor, to new counter tops, new lighting, to the new bead board. New carpets were also installed thru out the home. The entire home was painted. A new block patio was installed. Other improvements include all new windows(2004), new siding, soffits and facia(2004)a glassed porch with mahogany floors. Highest efficiency HVAC system was installed in 2001. The backyard garden even has raspberry and blueberry vines as well as apple trees and pear trees.
Public Records
Feb 1, 1979
Sold
$67,900
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,116 (+15.2%)
$101,500 + $361,000
$462,500
2024
$3,572 (+2.5%)
$101,500 + $361,000
$462,500
2023
$3,486 (+1.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2022
$3,449 (+2.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2021
$3,360 (+3.0%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2020
$3,264 (+14.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2019
$2,861 (+2.4%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2018
$2,795 (+3.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2017
$2,712 (+0.3%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2016
$2,703 (+11.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2015
$2,423
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2014
$2,423 (+4.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2013
$2,328 (+2.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2012
$2,270
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
Tax history for 822 Hilltop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,116 (+15.2%)
$101,500 + $361,000
$462,500
2024
$3,572 (+2.5%)
$101,500 + $361,000
$462,500
2023
$3,486 (+1.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2022
$3,449 (+2.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2021
$3,360 (+3.0%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2020
$3,264 (+14.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2019
$2,861 (+2.4%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2018
$2,795 (+3.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2017
$2,712 (+0.3%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2016
$2,703 (+11.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2015
$2,423
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2014
$2,423 (+4.1%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2013
$2,328 (+2.6%)
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
2012
$2,270
$14,300 + $82,100
$96,400
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
109 ft.
Lot depth
197 ft.
Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,075
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1800200099
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
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
Door Features: Double Entry
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated
Interior Features: Attic, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Sun/Florida Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Rough Bath Plumb, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: No
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
Fencing: Wood
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,075
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $746
Tax Assessed Value: $96,400
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $3,486
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Central, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Central
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Natural Gas Available, Phone
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Stamford Drive
Directions: Heading North Rt. 896, Continue to S College Ave pass University of Delaware, Left onto W. Main Street, Right onto New London Rd, Left onto Cambridge Drive, Right onto Stamford Drive, Right onto Hilltop Rd. , last house on the right.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,075
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1800200099
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Shue-Medill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
3/10
Newark High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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 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 • 19711
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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$494,000 – $598,000
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