Welcome to 149 Melodic Drive in Newark, DE! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is a great opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. The property features a newer roof, newer siding, an updated bathroom, and newer flooring throughout. While the home underwent a partial renovation over the last 2 years, it still needs landscaping, some exterior improvements, and additional cosmetic updates in the rear room and other areas of the home. With solid improvements already in place, this property offers an excellent foundation to complete the vision and add value. The home is being sold strictly AS-IS. Buyer is responsible for all township and/or state-required inspections, certifications, and their own due diligence. Don't miss this opportunity to bring this home to its full potential!
Pending
Price increase: $25.1K (8/13)
$285,000
149 Melodic Dr, Newark, DE 19713
2beds
1,177sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated bathroomNewer roofNewer sidingNewer flooring throughout
- 27 days
- 1,625
- 148
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rob Bunis 609-220-6311,
Foraker Realty Co. (484) 406-3004
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2107352
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,177
- Total interior livable area: 1,177 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,177
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,841 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 74.60 x 97.60
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 09022.20063
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Harmony Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,867
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,921/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Pending sale | $285,000$242/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2107352 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $285,000+9.7%$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2107352 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900+46.8%$221/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2107352 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2018 | Sold | $177,000-4.3%$150/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2018 | Pending sale | $185,000$157/sqft |
Source: Keller William Realty #7230472 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $185,000+76.2%$157/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate-Ne #1005966219 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2001 | Sold | $105,000$89/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $277,500 +513.9% |
| 2024 | $1,986 +2.7% | $45,200 |
| 2023 | $1,934 +0.7% | $45,200 |
| 2022 | $1,921 +2.2% | $45,200 |
| 2021 | $1,880 +2.8% | $45,200 |
| 2020 | $1,828 +12.8% | $45,200 |
| 2019 | $1,621 +5.9% | $45,200 |
| 2017 | $1,531 +0.8% | $45,200 |
| 2016 | $1,519 | $45,200 |
| 2015 | $1,519 +9.4% | $45,200 |
| 2014 | $1,389 | $45,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $45,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Harmony Crest
Nearby schools
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.
Similar homes
- $289,9003 bd1 ba1k sqftNone Available, Newark, DE 19713For Sale
MLS ID #DENC2108744, Felicia Harbison, Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville. Bright MLS - $375,0003 bd2 ba1.6k sqftNone Available, Newark, DE 19713For Sale
MLS ID #DENC2108992, Dale Jackson, Patterson-Schwartz-Newark. Bright MLS - $314,9003 bd1 ba1.5k sqft9 Kullen Dr, Newark, DE 19713For Sale
MLS ID #DENC2107128, Michael Doyle, Century 21 Emerald. Bright MLS - $260,0002 bd1 ba775 sqft20 Opus Dr, Newark, DE 19702For Sale
MLS ID #DENC2105496, Kate McMasters, Crown Homes Real Estate. Bright MLS - $299,9003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft113 Bywood Rd, Elkton, MD 21921For SaleMLS ID #MDCC2022618, Kerry Dazevedo Dunlap, Integrity Real Estate. Bright MLS
- $399,9004 bd2 ba1.3k sqft10 Carlin Ln, Newark, DE 19713For SaleMLS ID #DENC2108194, Dan Shainsky, Coldwell Banker Realty. Bright MLS
- $274,9002 bd1 ba825 sqft106 Brown St, Elkton, MD 21921For SaleMLS ID #MDCC2022730, Tom Desper, Compass. Bright MLS
- $265,0002 bd2 ba1.4k sqft12 Caxton Dr, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2108112, Dan Stein, Coldwell Banker Realty. Bright MLS
- $294,9993 bd1 ba1k sqft304 Frazer Pl, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2109156, Steven King, EXP Realty, LLC. Bright MLS
- $310,0003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft5427 Jenmatt Dr, Wilmington, DE 19808For SaleMLS ID #DENC2109468, PRINCE WALKER, Foraker Realty Co.. Bright MLS
- $250,0002 bd2 ba1.1k sqftNone Available, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2110042, Angela Allen, Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin. Bright MLS
- $419,0003 bd2 ba1.3k sqft37 Hawthorne Ave, Newark, DE 19711For SaleMLS ID #DENC2106606, J. Aaron Falkenstein, Integrity Real Estate. Bright MLS
- $309,9993 bd1 ba1k sqft66 Chesterfield Dr, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2109770, Reese Kenchen, Fave Realty Inc. Bright MLS
- $275,0002 bd1 ba800 sqft900 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2108664, Anthony Sianni, BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin. Bright MLS
- $277,0003 bd1 ba1.2k sqftNone Available, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2105630, Bianca Pagan, Epique Realty. Bright MLS
- $319,9003 bd1 ba1.1k sqft17 Varmar Dr, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2108616, Hovik Nazarian, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Bright MLS
- $290,0003 bd1 ba1.2k sqft324 Olga Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805For SaleMLS ID #DENC2106388, Ken Van Every, Keller Williams Realty Wilmington. Bright MLS
- $415,0003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft415 Jaymar Blvd, Newark, DE 19702For SaleMLS ID #DENC2109528, Becky Buckland, Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors. Bright MLS
- $325,0003 bd2 ba1.2k sqftNone Available, Elkton, MD 21921For SaleMLS ID #MDCC2022680, Angela Allen, Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin. Bright MLS
- $299,9003 bd3 ba1k sqft300 11th St, New Castle, DE 19720For SaleMLS ID #DENC2106712, Joseph P Hurley III, Pantano Real Estate Inc. Bright MLS
