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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,225 sqft

768 Salem Church Rd, Newark, DE 19702

Single FamilyProperty Type
2.11 acresLot Size
1940Year Built
$380/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Your backyard heaven awaits. Welcome to 768 Salem Church Road! This adorable Cape Cod home, situated on OVER 2 ACRES, is sure to check many of your boxes: This home has the DETACHED GARAGE you want, another oversized shed (she-shed?!! Or not?! You decide!!) and 2 more (!) storage sheds as well, so ALL your belongings have a place to go. You have pond access to enjoy turtles sunbathing on lily pads (!!) or catch some fish on the edge of the property. The front porch under your gabled roof is calling...Your backyard heaven awaits. Welcome to 768 Salem Church Road! This adorable Cape Cod home, situated on OVER 2 ACRES, is sure to check many of your boxes: This home has the DETACHED GARAGE you want, another oversized shed (she-shed?!! Or not?! You decide!!) and 2 more (!) storage sheds as well, so ALL your belongings have a place to go. You have pond access to enjoy turtles sunbathing on lily pads (!!) or catch some fish on the edge of the property. The front porch under your gabled roof is calling out for some rocking chair action. We haven't even begun to discuss the inside! The inside is just as loved and well-maintained as the outside. You've got a roomy kitchen with tall cabinets of great quality and timeless finish, which opens up to your light and airy dining area. You've got a spacious living room, a first floor bedroom and a full bath, sure to suit your needs. Walk upstairs and you'll find oversized bedrooms and another light and modern full bathroom. In the basement you'll find tons of storage and more potential; use your imagination! Sellers have loved and cared for this home and are ready for a new adventure - now is your chance to call this one of a kind property your own. First time buyers may qualify for special loan and grant programs - contact your local lender for more information! Offers in hand, deadline to submit offers Monday 5 pm, seller will decide shortly thereafter - thank you!
Listing Agent
  1. Amanda Fales

    Amanda Fales

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (302) 898-3153

Listing closed: 06/19/2026 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2102800

Location

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 768 Salem Church Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,220 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 11-019.00-018
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 05-15-2026
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Cross Street: ROUTE 40
  • Legal Subdivision: HOLDEN SUBD
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,225.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Good

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 2.11 AC / 91,912 SF

Location

Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CHRISTINA
  • School District County ID: 300200396890
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)

Waterfront / Water Access

Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water Body Type: Pond

Association / Community Info

Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $395,500
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $639
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $249,700
  • Land Assessed Value: $145,800
  • Zoning: NC21
  • Zoning Dscrp: Residential
  • Tax Lot: 018
  • School Tax: $2,581
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2018
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,225.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,225.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,225.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Flooring Type: Laminate Plank, Carpet
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Other Structure: Shed

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0
  • Lot Features: Open
  • Fencing: Other
  • Location Type: Pond
  • Parcel ID: 2339813

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • 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 768 Salem Church Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2102800

$465,000—
Jun 18, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1943643877

$385,000—
Jun 18, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #124386526

$385,000

+3.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2102800

$465,000
06/18/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1943643877

$385,000
06/18/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #124386526

$385,000

+3.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 768 Salem Church Road

Taxable Value

Land

$145,800

Additions

$249,700
Total$395,500

Tax Record

2025

$3,220 ($268 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,056 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,056 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

91,912 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1940

Year Renovated

2015

Zoning

NC21

County

NEW CASTLE

APN

11-019.00-018

Schools near 768 Salem Church Road

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
Oberle (William) 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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