27 Metten Road

Closed 10/24/24
Closed 10/24/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$280,000
3 beds1,125 sqft$249/sqft
27 Metten Rd, Newark, DE 19713
Single FamilyProperty Type
6,970 sq ftLot Size
1954Year Built
$249/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$55/yrHOA Fees
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 27 Metten Road in Brookside Park! This home has been lovingly maintained and tastefully updated by the current owners. Centrally located, in the heart of Newark and within the 5-mile Newark Charter radius, 27 Metten offers a unique opportunity for anyone looking to create instant equity. This three bedroom ranch features an eat-in kitchen, first-floor laundry, flex room which currently being used as a fourth bedroom, ample parking and a large back yard. You'll never have to worry about...Welcome to 27 Metten Road in Brookside Park! This home has been lovingly maintained and tastefully updated by the current owners. Centrally located, in the heart of Newark and within the 5-mile Newark Charter radius, 27 Metten offers a unique opportunity for anyone looking to create instant equity. This three bedroom ranch features an eat-in kitchen, first-floor laundry, flex room which currently being used as a fourth bedroom, ample parking and a large back yard. You'll never have to worry about water being that the home is built on a slab. 27 Metten Rd has a new roof (2021), new appliances and a newer hot water heater (2017). Just last week, the carpet was replaced throughout the entire home. The property sits within minutes drive of the University of Delaware, award winning schools and hospitals. 27 Metten Rd provides easy access to all major roadways, local airports and downtown Newark shopping, dining and night life. Don't miss the opportunity to purchase a home listed well under the neighborhoods current value! Schedule your tour today!
  • Listed by: Ned Bates 302.898.3480 ned@forakersales.com • Foraker Realty Co.
Listing closed: 10/24/2024 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2066614

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$301,000

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

103.6%

Newark, DE

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Property Information for 27 Metten Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,648 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: New Castle County
  • Tax ID Number: 11-002.40-072
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Levels/Stories: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: BROOKSIDE PARK
  • Subdivision: BROOKSIDE PARK (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Cross Street: MERCER
  • Legal Subdivision: BROOKSIDE PARK SEC M
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
  • Central Air: No
  • Basement: No
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,125.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,970 SF
Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CHRISTINA
  • School District County ID: 300200396890
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $39,700
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • County Tax: $317
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $31,200
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $8,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NC6.5
  • Tax Lot: 072
  • School Tax: $1,332
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Attic
  • Stories: Main
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 13
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 10
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 9
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen - Propane Cooking, Pantry
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 10
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Other
Room 5
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 20 X 14
Room 6
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 8 X 7
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 10
Room 9
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 6
  • Room Description: UTILITY
Room 10
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Pull-Down Stairs
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,125.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Parcel ID: 2333388
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 27 Metten Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 24, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

$280,000—
Sep 6, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

—
Sep 6, 2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/24/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

$280,000
09/06/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

—
09/06/2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2066614

—

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

Public Records for 27 Metten Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$2,802 ($234 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,125 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,125 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954ZoningNC6.5CountyNEW CASTLEAPN11-002.40-072Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 27 Metten Road

This home is within Christina School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Brookside Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newark High School
Public - 9 to 12
Brennen School (The)
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brookside Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newark High School
Public9 to 12

Brennen School (The)
PublicPK to 12

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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 27 Metten Road, Newark, DE 19713
$280,000
3
1,125
6,970
29 Metten Road, Newark, DE 19713
–
3
1
1,400
6,970
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1,425
6,970
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–
6,969
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