231 Cheltenham Road

Closed 9/18/15

Last Sold Price

$308,000

3 beds3 baths2,000 sqft$154/sqft

231 Cheltenham Rd, Newark, DE 19711

Description

Impeccably cared for by it's current owners you now have the opportunity to make this great home yours! Some of the amenities just minutes away include: UD campus, downtown Newark, the Oaklands pool, Newark Country Club, lighted tennis courts, a Little League baseball field and one of the best parks Newark has to offer. The quiet tree-lined neighborhood is very friendly. The house is a 2000 square foot Brick exterior split level with three bedrooms and a den/office/workout room (or fourth bedroom)...Impeccably cared for by it's current owners you now have the opportunity to make this great home yours! Some of the amenities just minutes away include: UD campus, downtown Newark, the Oaklands pool, Newark Country Club, lighted tennis courts, a Little League baseball field and one of the best parks Newark has to offer. The quiet tree-lined neighborhood is very friendly. The house is a 2000 square foot Brick exterior split level with three bedrooms and a den/office/workout room (or fourth bedroom) with its own entrance to the backyard. Two and a half bathrooms. Basement has an egress window so it could be finished. Beautiful Hardwood floors throughout. Brand new maintenance free front and back decks made with Trex material. Inside access to a large turned two car garage with automatic opener. The family room features built in bookshelves, and looks out onto the wooded lot. The gorgeous lot which features several mature oak trees is a bird lover"s paradise! Recent updates include: professionally installed drainage system and landscaping in backyard; full fence around backyard; new pellet stove installed August, 2014; hot water heater August, 2014; sewer line replaced from house to city main. A home warranty is included with the property for the buyers peace of mind. With all that this home offers, it probably won't last long!

LISTING CLOSED: 09/18/2015 12:00 AM

Listed by Sean Casey • Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
P: (302) 733-7000 scasey@psre.com

Property Details for 231 Cheltenham Road

Status

Closed

MLS #

1002655168

Days on Market

Taxes

$2,886 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1964

Lot Size

0.26 AC / 11,326 SF

County

New Castle County

Tax ID Number

18-018.00-403

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Colonial, Split Level

Levels/Stories

Other

Waterfront

Garage

Yes

Subdivision

OAKLANDS

Subdivision

OAKLANDS (NEW CASTLE DE)

Cross Street

HILLSIDE

Total Parking Spaces

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Yes

Room Count

Above Grade Finished SQFT

2,000.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

New Construction

Construction Completed

Property Condition

Good

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$340,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

101.9%

1/31

$362,000

Sold 12/18/25

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,281
Square Feet: 0.16
Acres

36 Julie Lane, Newark, DE 19711

1/45

$381,500

Sold 03/27/25

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,200
Square Feet: 0.29
Acres

406 New London Road, Newark, DE 19711

1/24

$340,000

Sold 09/30/24

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2,100
Square Feet: 0.27
Acres

1001 Barksdale Road, Newark, DE 19711

1/19

$299,900

Sold 03/20/25

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2,025
Square Feet: 1.44
Acres

325 Paper Mill Road, Newark, DE 19711

1/25

$330,000

Sold 10/14/25

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,700
Square Feet: 0.18
Acres

922 Rockmoss Avenue, Newark, DE 19711

1/2

$300,000

Sold 09/27/24

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,925
Square Feet: 1
Acres

1305 Nottingham Road, Newark, DE 19711

$300,000

Sold 03/12/25

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2,000
Square Feet: 0.38
Acres

2 Mimosa Drive, Newark, DE 19711

1/38

$379,900

Sold 09/20/24

3
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,925
Square Feet: 0.19
Acres

912 Quail Lane, Newark, DE 19711

a front view of a house with a garden and trees

1/16

$370,000

Sold 06/20/25

3
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1,875
Square Feet: 0.3
Acres

17 Ferncliff Road, Newark, DE 19711

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Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

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Building Information for 231 Cheltenham Road

Stories-Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,326 SF

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$1,806 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,566

Property Taxes

$241

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Property Information for 231 Cheltenham Road

Location

School District Name: CHRISTINA
School District County ID: 300200396890

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

HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Pool(s)
HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Swimming Pool

Additional Association Fees: Pool

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2014
Tax Assessed Value: $89,900

Zoning: 18RS

Lease Information

Concessions: Yes
Concessions Amount: $9,240

Concession Remarks: Settlement assistance

Rooms

Main

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

Lower Level 1

# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0

# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,000.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Total SQFT: 2,000.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Main Entrance Orientation: Southeast
Construction Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3006/5047/1310/300650471310_512_384_WM_NBRagrakk_v6B49b.jpg
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 90X125
Lot Features: Trees/Wooded

Sign On Property: Yes
Parcel ID: 2370154

Parking

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

Total Garage Spaces: 2
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3

Interior Features

Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Wood Stove, Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick
Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher
Accessibility Features: None
Laundry Type: Basement
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://www.vht.com/433326870/IDXS

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)

Pool: Yes - Community
Other Structures: Above Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: 100 Amp Service

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 231 Cheltenham Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 18, 2015	Closed BRIGHT #1002655168	$308,000	—
Sep 1, 2015	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1056870178	$308,000	—
Sep 1, 2015	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #556870178	$308,000	+1.7% / yr
Aug 16, 2015	Pending BRIGHT #1002655168		—
Jul 13, 2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002655168	$319,000	—
Aug 23, 2013	Closed BRIGHT #1003520246	$265,000	—
Jul 22, 2013	Pending BRIGHT #1003520246		—
Jul 15, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003520246	$269,900	—
Jul 17, 2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #773257552	$278,000	—
Jul 17, 2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #273257552	$278,000	—
Jul 17, 2009	Closed BRIGHT #1005922246	$278,000	—
May 20, 2009	Pending BRIGHT #1005922246		—
Sep 18, 2008	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005922246	$369,000	—
Sep 1, 2008	Expired BRIGHT #1008516054	$349,900	—
Jun 9, 2008	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008516054	$349,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/18/2015	Closed BRIGHT #1002655168	$308,000
09/01/2015	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1056870178	$308,000
09/01/2015	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #556870178	$308,000 +1.7% / yr
08/16/2015	Pending BRIGHT #1002655168	—
07/13/2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002655168	$319,000
08/23/2013	Closed BRIGHT #1003520246	$265,000
07/22/2013	Pending BRIGHT #1003520246	—
07/15/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003520246	$269,900
07/17/2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #773257552	$278,000
07/17/2009	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #273257552	$278,000
07/17/2009	Closed BRIGHT #1005922246	$278,000
05/20/2009	Pending BRIGHT #1005922246	—
09/18/2008	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005922246	$369,000
09/01/2008	Expired BRIGHT #1008516054	$349,900
06/09/2008	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008516054	$349,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 231 Cheltenham Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$3,340 ($278 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,000 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,326 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Zoning18RSCountyNEW CASTLEAPN18-018.00-403Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 231 Cheltenham Road

This home is within Christina School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Downes (John R.) Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.5 mi
3/10	Shue-Medill Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.5 mi
3/10	Newark High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.6 mi
NR	Brennen School (The)	Public - Nearby school	PK to 12	3.1 mi
NR	Delaware School for the Deaf Secondary	Public - Choice school	PK to 12	3.4 mi
NR	Douglass School	Public - Choice school	1 to 12	10.7 mi
NR	Mount Sophia Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.5 mi
NR	The College School	Private - Nearby school	2 to 8	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Downes (John R.) Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.5 mi
3/10	Shue-Medill Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.5 mi
3/10	Newark High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.6 mi
NR	Brennen School (The) PublicPK to 12 Nearby school	3.1 mi
NR	Delaware School for the Deaf Secondary PublicPK to 12 Choice school	3.4 mi
NR	Douglass School Public1 to 12 Choice school	10.7 mi
NR	Mount Sophia Academy PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	The College School Private2 to 8 Nearby school	1.0 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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 231 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	$308,000	3	3	2,000	11,326
233 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	$340,000	3	2	–	12,632
229 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	$340,000	6	3	3,700	13,939
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117 Bent Lane, Newark, DE 19711	$300,000	4	2	2,025	13,939
113 Bent Lane, Newark, DE 19711	–	3	2	2,200	13,939
226 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	$125,000	4	3	2,350	12,632
227 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	–	4	3	2,375	12,632
235 Cheltenham Road, Newark, DE 19711	$335,000	3	3	2,201	12,632
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