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$498,000
81 Days On Site

24 WAKEFIELD DRIVE
NEWARK, DE 19711

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1,969
SqFt
$253
/SqFt
1962
Built
Subdivision:
FAIRFIELD CREST
County:
NEW CASTLE
Listing courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
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Back on the market after the buyer’s contingency fell through. This was through no fault of the seller. Priced below its appraised value, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers! Welcome to 24 Wakefield Drive in Newark’s sought-after Fairfield Crest community! This move-in-ready 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers beautifully updated ample living space on a generous .34-acre lot that backs to protected woodland adjoining White Clay Creek State Park, providing exceptional privacy, scenic views, and direct access to nature. The spacious layout offers flexibility for today’s lifestyle needs, including multigenerational living, a home office, guest space, or room to grow. The interior has been meticulously updated and/or renovated, featuring a brand-new kitchen with mostly all new appliances, thoughtfully updated bathrooms, refinished and/or newly installed flooring throughout the first floor, new flooring in the basement, stylish new light fixtures, and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright, modern, and truly move-in-ready living environment. This is more than just a house—it’s a place where home is love and memories are ready to be made. Ideally situated within the highly sought-after Newark Charter School 5-mile preference radius, this home is conveniently located near the University of Delaware, Newark Country Club, White Clay Creek State Park, shopping, dining, and major commuting routes. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance or a short stroll to the popular Fairfield Swim Club and Fairfield Park, offering neighborhood recreation, green space, playgrounds, and a true sense of community. Backing to protected parkland creates a peaceful natural setting while still providing easy access to everyday amenities and outdoor activities. With five spacious bedrooms, generous living areas, and extensive interior improvements already completed, this Fairfield Crest home presents an exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready Colonial in one of Newark’s most desirable communities. Whether you’re searching for a home within the Newark Charter School preference radius, a property backing to protected woodland, easy access to White Clay Creek State Park and its trail system, or a beautifully updated home in a walkable neighborhood close to parks and the Fairfield Swim Club, 24 Wakefield Drive is ready to welcome its next owners.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$498,000
Days On Site 
81 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,969 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.34 Acres
Year Built 
1962
MLS® Number 
DENC2105822
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,234
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
2 months agoPrice changed to $498,000
3 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.34
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Parking 
On StreetGarageAttached
Parking Spaces 
1
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1969
SqFt Total 
1969
Style 
Colonial
Zoning 
RESIDENTIAL
Interior Features
Basement 
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Natural GasCentral
Main Level Bedrooms 
5
Bathroom 3 
Dimensions - 12 X 13
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 10 X 13
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 9 X 11
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 9 X 10
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 22 X 12
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 11 X 11Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 12 X 21Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 14 X 12Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 18 X 12Level - Main
Primary Bedroom 
Dimensions - 12 X 20
Utility Room 
Dimensions - 24 X 11
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
AsbestosVinyl Siding
Pool Features 
None
Community Features
MLS Area 
Newark/Glasgow (30905)
School District 
CHRISTINA
Schools
School District
CHRISTINA
Elementary School
DOWNES
Middle School
SHUE-MEDILL
High School
NEWARK
Listing courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz-Newark



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