Last Sold Price
2 beds1,700 sqft$176/sqft
7 Ridge Ave, Newark, DE 19711

Description

Opportunity knocks close to downtown Newark! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home offers incredible potential for buyers, investors, or anyone looking to add their personal touch. Situated on a quiet street, this property features a spacious detached two-car garage—perfect for storage, hobbies, or even a workshop. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout with a partially finished basement, adding valuable additional living or storage space. The home does need some TLC, making it a great candidate...Opportunity knocks close to downtown Newark! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home offers incredible potential for buyers, investors, or anyone looking to add their personal touch. Situated on a quiet street, this property features a spacious detached two-car garage—perfect for storage, hobbies, or even a workshop. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout with a partially finished basement, adding valuable additional living or storage space. The home does need some TLC, making it a great candidate for sweat equity or renovation. Located just minutes from downtown Newark and the University of Delaware, you're never far from shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation. Whether you're commuting or just enjoying the vibrant local scene, the location is unbeatable. Don't miss this chance to own in a desirable area at an affordable price. With a little vision and effort, this home could truly shine! Schedule your tour today and imagine the possibilities at 7 Ridge Ave!
LISTING CLOSED: 09/15/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Christopher Cohan • RE/MAX Horizons
    P: (302) 678-4300 chriscohan@remax.net

Property Details for 7 Ridge Avenue

Status
MLS #
DENC2086176
Days on Market
17
Taxes
$2,291 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1945
Lot Size
0.37 AC / 16,117 SF
Tax ID Number
08-060.00-002
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories
1
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
07-28-2025
Subdivision
DELAPLANE MANOR
Subdivision
DELAPLANE MANOR (NEW CASTLE DE)
Legal Subdivision
DELAPLANE MANOR
Total Parking Spaces
3
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,700.00
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

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$305,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

101.4%

Newark, DE

9 comparable properties found

1

$289,000

Sold 06/10/26

2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
875
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$320,000 | 2 Poplar Avenue, Newark, DE 19711
1/32
2

$320,000

Sold 10/21/24

2
Bedrooms
1,350
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
1/22
3

$305,000

Sold 02/28/25

3
Bedrooms
1,675
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of house with yard and green space
1/18
4

$339,900

Sold 07/18/25

3
Bedrooms
1,600
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
a view of a house with a patio and a yard
1/26
5

$250,000

Sold 10/16/25

2
Bedrooms
925
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
a view of a house with a yard and garden
1/12
6

$269,000

Sold 06/30/25

2
Bedrooms
1,025
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$350,000 | 7 Greenridge Road, Newark, DE 19711
1/33
7

$350,000

Sold 07/31/26

3
Bedrooms
1,800
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
a view of a house with a garden
1/31
8

$246,000

Sold 03/16/26

2
Bedrooms
1,025
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/21
9

$310,000

Sold 03/17/26

2
Bedrooms
925
Square Feet
0.29
Acres

Location

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Sold By RE/MAX Associates - Newark

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Building Information for 7 Ridge Avenue

Stories1Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF

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Property Information for 7 Ridge Avenue

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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $56,600
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $456
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $46,200
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $10,400
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NC5
  • Tax Lot: 002
  • School Tax: $1,835
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,700.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 164.90 x 96.80
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2292405
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Basement Garage, Garage - Front Entry
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: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Kent County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 7 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 15, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

$300,000
Aug 13, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

Aug 11, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

$375,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/15/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

$300,000
08/13/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

08/11/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2086176

$375,000

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

Public Records for 7 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,416 ($285 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,700 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,700 SqFtStories1Lot Size16,117 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningNC5CountyNEW CASTLEAPN08-060.00-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 7 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Christina School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 7 Ridge Avenue, Newark, DE 19711
$300,000
2
1,700
16,117
2
1
1,150
8,276
$37,500
4
2
1,600
6,970
4
1,650
7,405
$265,000
3
1,642
7,405
$350,000
3
1,700
15,245

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