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Sold for $560,000
  • $560,000

    12 Hempsted Dr, Newark, DE 19711

    4beds
    3,900sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1970
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $580,100 Zestimate®
    $144/sqft
    $3,421 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $580,100

    $522,000 - $644,000

    $3,421/mo

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    What's special

    Stunning fresh paintBrick frontQuiet cul-de-sacBeautifully landscaped bedsNatural beautyFinished basementBrick wood burning fireplace
    One of the best locations in the desirable Fairfield community which is minutes from the University of Delaware and downtown Newark's shops, restaurants, and vibrant Main Street; within the 5-mile radius of the sought after Newark Charter School; close to White Clay State Park with expansive hiking and biking trails; near the Newark Country Club and Fairfield Park, which is located within the community and has tennis courts, full court basketball, a baseball field, and a community garden! This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac and backs up to a lovely tree line and woods offering a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. This is truly a premier location! As you approach the home you will appreciate the well-groomed and cared for property and landscaping and the excellent curb appeal. You can feel the pride of ownership immediately with the brick front, beautifully landscaped beds, two car garage, and the large four car driveway. Upon entering the home, you will appreciate the freshly painted, neutral colors, and the stunning newly refinished hardwood floors. The front door opens into a very generously sized foyer. The formal living room is just to the left and on the other side, you have the formal dining room which is open to the kitchen for easy pass through access. The kitchen has beautiful custom cabinetry, updated porcelain tile flooring, wonderful built ins, and plenty of space for an eat in kitchen table. Interior garage access is conveniently through the kitchen. The kitchen is also open to the family room on the other side which is generously sized, has a sizeable brick, wood burning fireplace, and wonderful windows which frame the view of the woods and wildlife just beyond. Through the family room is a fully enclosed three season room with access do the beautiful maintenance free deck just beyond. Both offer a wonderful place to sit with your cut of coffee or after dinner beverage and enjoy nature, birds and wildlife that makes this backyard so special. On the other side of the home from the kitchen and fireplace, you will find the primary bedroom complete with a separate office space, two closets, and its own private full bath which was recently remodeled with a gorgeous new vanity with a marble top, stunning new fixtures, and beautiful ceramic tile. The remaining three bedrooms are HUGE and are located upstairs with a shared hallway bathroom that has also been remodeled with new lighting, new vanity, new flooring and fixtures. Additional features include a finished basement and a separate storage/utility room, plenty of space for a great room/entertaining space. Be sure to put this home on your tour today, it truly has everything anyone could want – a premier location within a highly sought after neighborhood, with plenty of amenities, a beautiful back yard oasis, stunning fresh paint, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, lovely, updated kitchen and bathrooms plus a superb sunroom for extra living space. Once you see this property, you will surely want to call it home.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sophia Bilinsky 252-267-2701,

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq

    Bought with:

    Kathy Melcher, RS-0019961

    Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2082644MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Upper
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Main
    Foyer
    • Level: Main
    Half bath
    • Level: Lower
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Recreation room
    • Level: Lower
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Utility room
    • Level: Lower
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Eat-in Kitchen, Upgraded Countertops
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,900
    • Total interior livable area: 3,900 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,900
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.5 Acres
    • Dimensions: 50.00 x 201.70
    • Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees, Cul-De-Sac, No Thru Street
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 18002.00057
    • Zoning: 18RS
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1970

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Fairfield
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Newark

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $144/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $62,500
    • Annual tax amount: $2,844
    • Date on market: 6/5/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Inclusions: Washer / Dryer, Refrigerator, Garage Shelving
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/15/2025Sold$560,000+1.8%$144/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082644 Report a problem
    6/25/2025Pending sale$550,000$141/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082644 Report a problem
    6/10/2025Contingent$550,000$141/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082644 Report a problem
    6/5/2025Listed for sale$550,000$141/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2082644 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $528,300 +459%
    2024$2,915 +2.9%$94,500
    2023$2,833 +1.4%$94,500
    2022$2,794 -0.5%$94,500
    2021$2,807 +3.5%$94,500
    2020$2,711 +17.6%$94,500
    2019$2,305 +6.1%$94,500
    2017$2,173 $94,500
    2016-- $94,500
    2015-- $94,500
    2014-- $94,500
    2013-- $94,500
    2012-- $94,500
    2011-- $94,500
    2010-- $94,500
    2009-- $94,500
    2008-- $94,500
    2007-- $94,500
    2006-- $94,500
    2005-- $94,500
    2004-- $94,500
    2003-- $94,500
    2002-- $94,500
    2001-- $94,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Fairfield

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Christina

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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