289 West Chestnut Hill Road

Closed 3/17/26
Closed 3/17/26
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Dining Room
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Kitchen
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Hall Bath
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Lower Level
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Utility/Laundry Room
Power Room
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Last Sold Price
$475,000
3 beds2,975 sqft

289 W Chestnut Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19713

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.49 acresLot Size
1964Year Built
$160/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 289 W. Chestnut Hill Road in Newark, Delaware, a well-maintained, all-brick ranch offering the ideal combination of comfort and convenience. This spacious, low-maintenance property is situated on a non-development parcel of nearly a half-acre within the Newark city limits, thereby benefiting from desirable municipal services such as trash, road snow, and leaf removal. The location provides convenient access to the University of Delaware, major commuter routes, and various local shopping,...Welcome to 289 W. Chestnut Hill Road in Newark, Delaware, a well-maintained, all-brick ranch offering the ideal combination of comfort and convenience. This spacious, low-maintenance property is situated on a non-development parcel of nearly a half-acre within the Newark city limits, thereby benefiting from desirable municipal services such as trash, road snow, and leaf removal. The location provides convenient access to the University of Delaware, major commuter routes, and various local shopping, dining, and recreational areas. Upon entry, one is greeted by a welcoming interior featuring a slate foyer and gleaming hardwood floors. Main-level living is facilitated by three generously proportioned bedrooms and two full bathrooms, all situated on a single floor. The primary bedroom includes a large, cedar-lined walk-in closet and a full private bath. The formal living room offers a bright and airy ambiance, perfect for relaxation or hosting guests. The kitchen is appointed with solid cherry cabinetry, ample counter space, and granite countertops. The adjacent dining room provides access to the lower level, garage or three-season flagstone porch with views of a private, well-landscaped backyard. The lower level offers a large, comfortable family room with a fireplace and bar area. There is also a dedicated utility/laundry room, powder room, and walk-out access to the back yard. This inviting and highly practical residence features an oversized garage, a convenient horseshoe driveway, and includes a 12' x 16' vinyl-covered storage shed. Don’t delay. Schedule your showing today!
  • Listed by: Jennifer Idell 302.584.1007 jennifer.idell@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Listing closed: 03/17/2026 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2096326
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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 289 West Chestnut Hill Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $5,872 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: New Castle County
  • Tax ID Number: 18-045.00-009
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Levels/Stories: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Legal Subdivision: NORFOLK MANOR
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,160.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: 815.00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: 815.00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Lot Size: 0.49 AC / 21,344 SF

Location

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

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

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $520,400
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $225
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $437,500
  • City Town Tax: $1,241
  • Land Assessed Value: $82,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: 18RS
  • Tax Lot: 009
  • School Tax: $4,406
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Storage Room
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main

Rooms Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 31.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Storage Room
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Slate

Building Info

Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,975.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 110.00 x 198.30
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2373966

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 289 West Chestnut Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 17, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

$475,000—
Feb 5, 2026

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

—
Feb 5, 2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/17/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

$475,000
02/05/2026

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

—
02/05/2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2096326

—

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

Public records

289 West Chestnut Hill Road

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,160 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,160 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

21,344 SqFt

Schools near 289 West Chestnut Hill Road

This home is within Christina School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West Park Place Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Shue-Medill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Newark High School
Public - 9 to 12
Brennen School (The)
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Park Place Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Shue-Medill 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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