227 Orchard Road

Closed 7/15/19

Bedroom One Features Stunning Tile Fireplace

Last Sold Price

$489,000

4 beds4 baths3,125 sqft$156/sqft

227 Orchard Rd, Newark, DE 19711

Description

Stunning and rare offering in the picturesque Old Newark neighborhood is steps away from the culturally vibrant University of Delaware campus, restaurants, shops and community events. Originally built in the 1920 s this exceptional colonial home, with cottage charm, is carefully crafted and distinctively appointed with fine woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors. Windows provide sunshine and light creating a cheerful environment. The 4 bedroom 3.1 bath home boasts character while featuring a floor...Stunning and rare offering in the picturesque Old Newark neighborhood is steps away from the culturally vibrant University of Delaware campus, restaurants, shops and community events. Originally built in the 1920 s this exceptional colonial home, with cottage charm, is carefully crafted and distinctively appointed with fine woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors. Windows provide sunshine and light creating a cheerful environment. The 4 bedroom 3.1 bath home boasts character while featuring a floor plan conducive to the casual living desired by today s families. The living room features a large wood burning fireplace and built-in cabinets. Off of the living room is a sun room overlooking the yard and patio. A large family room with gas fireplace opens to the renovated kitchen and outdoor entertaining areas. With its spacious living areas, this home was truly designed for entertaining family and friends throughout the year with its outdoor patio and open floor plan. The home s second level features a master suite with gas fireplace, sizable closet space and en-suite bath, second master bedroom with an en-suite bath, two additional bedrooms and a main bath. Located within a fenced yard, the home s extensive vibrant gardens feature established perennials and flowering shrubbery. You will love to call this classic Newark home yours and enjoy all it has to offer in a fabulous location! Systems are recently updated: air conditioning with transferable warranty (2016), indirect hot water heater (2016), boiler (2016), roof (2005).

LISTING CLOSED: 07/15/2019 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

Deb Sweeney
Listing Agent
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
P: (610) 212-1006
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Property Details for 227 Orchard Road

Status

Closed

MLS #

DENC478414

Days on Market

Taxes

$3,739 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1925

Lot Size

0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

County

New Castle County

Tax ID Number

1802500322

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Colonial

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Garage

Yes

Subdivision

OLD NEWARK

Subdivision

OLD NEWARK (NEW CASTLE DE)

Building Name

NONE AVAILABLE (NEWARK DE)

Total Parking Spaces

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Yes

Above Grade Finished SQFT

3,125.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Finished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Total Below Grade SQFT

.00

Total Below Grade SQFT Source

Assessor

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Listing Courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville

Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord

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Building Information for 227 Orchard Road

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

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$2,797 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,486

Property Taxes

$312

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Property Information for 227 Orchard Road

Location

In City Limits: Yes
School District Name: CHRISTINA

School District County ID: 300200396890
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: NEW CASTLE
MLS Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2018
Tax Assessed Value: $101,300

City Town Tax: $784
Municipal Trash: Yes
Zoning: 18RS
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Primary Bathroom
Stories: Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 3,125.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
Total SQFT: 3,125.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Cedar
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3017/1963/4175/301719634175_512_384_WM_1ARKlck554g4-Evy.jpg
Basement Type: Unfinished
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
# Bathrooms Full: 3
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Fencing: Fully, Picket

Parcel ID: 2372090
Land Lease: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Other

Interior Features

Accessibility Features: None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://www.vht.com/433860915/IDXS

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Play Equipment, Street Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)

Pool: No Pool
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: 150 Amps, 200+ Amp Service

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
List Agent URL: www.debsweeney.com

Property History for 227 Orchard Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jul 15, 2019	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #648739047	$489,000	+0.9% / yr
Jul 15, 2019	Closed BRIGHT #DENC478414	$489,000	—
Jun 11, 2019	Pending BRIGHT #DENC478414		—
May 16, 2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC478414	$574,000	—
May 31, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #252932454	$432,000	—
May 31, 2005	Closed BRIGHT #DENC156392	$432,000	—
Mar 29, 2005	Pending BRIGHT #DENC156392		—
Mar 21, 2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC156392	$429,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
07/15/2019	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #648739047	$489,000 +0.9% / yr
07/15/2019	Closed BRIGHT #DENC478414	$489,000
06/11/2019	Pending BRIGHT #DENC478414	—
05/16/2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC478414	$574,000
05/31/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #252932454	$432,000
05/31/2005	Closed BRIGHT #DENC156392	$432,000
03/29/2005	Pending BRIGHT #DENC156392	—
03/21/2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC156392	$429,900

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Public Records for 227 Orchard Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$4,218 ($352 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,125 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,125 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Zoning18RSCountyNEW CASTLEAPN18-025.00-322Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 227 Orchard Road

This home is within Christina School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	West Park Place Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.4 mi
3/10	Shue-Medill Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.0 mi
3/10	Newark High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.0 mi
NR	Brennen School (The)	Public - Nearby school	PK to 12	2.4 mi
NR	Delaware School for the Deaf Secondary	Public - Choice school	PK to 12	2.7 mi
NR	Douglass School	Public - Choice school	1 to 12	10.3 mi
NR	Mount Sophia Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.3 mi
NR	The College School	Private - Nearby school	2 to 8	0.3 mi
NR	NCCL School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	West Park Place Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
3/10	Shue-Medill Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.0 mi
3/10	Newark High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.0 mi
NR	Brennen School (The) PublicPK to 12 Nearby school	2.4 mi
NR	Delaware School for the Deaf Secondary PublicPK to 12 Choice school	2.7 mi
NR	Douglass School Public1 to 12 Choice school	10.3 mi
NR	Mount Sophia Academy PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	The College School Private2 to 8 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	NCCL School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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