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$525,000
New Listing

231 E SENECA DRIVE
NEWARK, DE19702

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,150
SqFt
$244
/SqFt
1977
Built
Subdivision:
THE WOODS
County:
NEW CASTLE
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
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Welcome to 231 E. Seneca Drive, where timeless Colonial architecture meets thoughtful modern updates in one of Newark's most sought-after and convenient locations. Beautifully maintained and extensively improved, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of warmth, functionality, and everyday comfort. A professionally engineered renovation transformed the traditional layout by removing the dividing wall between the living and family rooms, creating the bright, open-concept floor plan today's buyers are searching for. The result is an expansive gathering space filled with natural light that flows effortlessly into the beautifully appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, updated flooring, and an ideal layout for entertaining or daily living. The true showpiece of the home, however, is the incredible heated and air-conditioned all-season sunroom, a space you'll enjoy every month of the year. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee as the sun rises, hosting family gatherings, reading a book while rain falls outside, or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the backyard, this remarkable room provides year-round comfort while seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Just beyond, you'll discover one of the property's most captivating features: an extraordinary backyard bursting with mature landscaping, colorful perennial gardens, flowering shrubs, and meticulously maintained outdoor spaces that create a peaceful, private retreat unlike anything else in the neighborhood. Every season brings a new display of blooms, making the gardens a destination all their own and providing exceptional curb appeal from the moment you arrive. Upstairs offers four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite complete with a custom walk-in closet organization system and an updated en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, or hobbies while the unfinished basement offers exceptional storage and endless future finishing potential. Practical updates provide lasting peace of mind, including replacement tilt-in windows, a 50-year architectural roof (2014), a high-efficiency HVAC system (2016), poured concrete foundation, and an oversized two-car garage offering abundant room for vehicles, storage, and workshop space. Perfectly positioned just minutes from Route 1, I-95, Christiana Hospital, Christiana Mall, the University of Delaware, major employers, parks, shopping, dining, and countless everyday conveniences, this location makes commuting throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland incredibly easy while keeping every amenity close to home. Combining spacious living areas, thoughtful renovations, timeless Colonial design, exceptional outdoor beauty, and an unbeatable Newark location, 231 E. Seneca Drive offers a rare opportunity to own a home that delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are looking for with comfort, convenience, and value that will be appreciated for years to come.

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Price 
$525,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,150 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.2 Acres
Year Built 
1977
MLS® Number 
DENC2107270
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,266
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$3.75 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
9 hours agoStatus changed to Active
9 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
16 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.2
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Other
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Two
Parking 
GarageDrivewayAttached
Parking Spaces 
1
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
2150
SqFt Total 
2150
Style 
Colonial
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
NC10
Interior Features
Appliances 
Electric Water Heater
Basement 
Full
Cooling 
Central AirGas
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural GasHeat Pump
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Bedroom 1 
Bedroom 2 
Bedroom 3 
Bedroom 4 
Family Room 
Level - Main
Full Bath 
Laundry 
Level - Main
Sun/Florida Room 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickVinyl SidingAluminum Siding
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
Association Dues 
45
HOA Fee Frequency 
Annually
MLS Area 
Newark/Glasgow (30905)
School District 
COLONIAL
Schools
School District
COLONIAL
Elementary School
CASTLE HILLS
Middle School
READ
High School
PENN
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin



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