457 Preakness Run

Newark, DE 19702

$539,900
Price
4
Beds
2,650 Sq. Ft.
$204 / Sq. Ft.
2,650
Sq. Ft.
$204
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 457 Preakness Run in Old Post Farms—where privacy, convenience, and everyday comfort come together on one of the community’s premier lots backing to peaceful, undeveloped woods. This thoughtfully maintained home and 4th den/office or potential bedroom on main level offers the space today’s move-up buyers are searching for, with a functional open-concept layout designed for both entertaining and everyday living. Natural flow connects the kitchen and living areas, creating a warm and inviting...Welcome to 457 Preakness Run in Old Post Farms—where privacy, convenience, and everyday comfort come together on one of the community’s premier lots backing to peaceful, undeveloped woods. This thoughtfully maintained home and 4th den/office or potential bedroom on main level offers the space today’s move-up buyers are searching for, with a functional open-concept layout designed for both entertaining and everyday living. Natural flow connects the kitchen and living areas, creating a warm and inviting environment filled with light and connection. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite serves as a true retreat with an en-suite bath and relaxing soaking tub. A main-level bedroom with French doors provides flexibility for guests, a home office, or multi-generational living. The partially finished basement expands your living space with a versatile recreation area, while still offering ample storage. Step outside to your fully fenced backyard oasis—complete with a deck and serene wooded backdrop—perfect for relaxing evenings, entertaining, or simply enjoying nature right at home. Significant updates provide peace of mind, including hardwood flooring (2020), whole-house surge protection (2025), new garbage disposal (2025), new storm door (2026), and updated smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (2025). Ideally located for commuters with easy access to I-95 and major routes to Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and even Washington, DC. Plus, within a 5-mile radius to the highly sought-after Newark Charter School. This is the rare combination of location, lot, and livability you’ve been waiting for.
  1. Listed by Mia Burch • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (302)-598-4069 mia.burch@longandfoster.com

Property Details for 457 Preakness Run

Tax ID Number
11-016.10-016
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2026 10:39 AM

Property Details for 457 Preakness Run

StatusActive
MLS #DENC2100062
Days on Market10
Taxes$4,731 / year
HOA Fees$250 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1999
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
CountyNew Castle County
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Building Information for 457 Preakness Run

Stories2Year Built1999Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

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Property Information for 457 Preakness Run

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CHRISTINA
  • School District County ID: 300200396890
  • Elementary School: WEST PARK PLACE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: GAUGER-COBBS (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: GLASGOW (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • HighSchoolSource: 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
  • HOA Name: OLD POST FARM MAINTENANCE CORP
  • HOA Phone: 3173852014
  • HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Elevator Use Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • Other Fees Frequency: Unknown
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
  • Capital Contribution Amount: $0
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $457,900
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $722
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $382,000
  • Land Assessed Value: $75,900
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NC21
  • Tax Lot: 016
  • School Tax: $3,877
  • Tax Page Number: 0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Width: 20.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 10
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Double Sink
Room 11
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 12
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 14
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,650.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,850.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,650.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8047/1972/7840/804719727840_512_384_WM_hF9j7YY3ndgYaAhk.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement Finished Percent: 78.00
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 97.40 x 110.00
  • Lot Features: Flag, Landscaping, Level, Premium, Private, Trees/Wooded
  • Fencing: Split Rail
  • Parcel ID: 2338098
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Exterior Cameras, Monitored
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.HomesinNewCastleDE.com

Property History for 457 Preakness Run

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

—
Apr 15, 2026

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

—
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

$539,900—
Jul 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675789324

$287,922

-1.4% / yr

Jul 24, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC501464

$359,900—
May 23, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC501464

—
May 20, 2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC501464

$359,900—
Oct 27, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #752786875

$350,000—
Oct 27, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC127448

$350,000—
Aug 7, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC127448

—
Aug 1, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC127448

$350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

—
04/15/2026

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

—
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100062

$539,900
07/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675789324

$287,922

-1.4% / yr

07/24/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC501464

$359,900
05/23/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC501464

—
05/20/2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC501464

$359,900
10/27/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #752786875

$350,000
10/27/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC127448

$350,000
08/07/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC127448

—
08/01/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC127448

$350,000

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Public Records for 457 Preakness Run

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,731 ($394 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999ZoningNC21CountyNEW CASTLEAPN11-016.10-016

Schools near 457 Preakness Run

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

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
Public6 to 8

Glasgow 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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More information about 457 Preakness Run, Newark, DE 19702

457 Preakness Run is a single family home for sale in Newark, DE 19702. This property was listed for sale on April 9, 2026 by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $539,900. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on July 24, 2020. This listing's school district is Christina School District. Nearby schools include West Park Place Elementary School, Gauger-Cobbs Middle School and Glasgow High School. 457 Preakness Run is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,650 sqft single family home built in 1999.

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