Short sale approved at $515,000.! Can close quickly. Welcome to 17 Oak View Drive, Newark, DE 19702, a beautiful colonial-style home nestled in the desirable Thornwood subdivision. This spacious residence (2,475 sq ft) offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality.. A traditional Colonial layout features elegant touches like a curved staircase, formal dining room, and a stunning cherry kitchen with upgraded countertops and stainless appliances. 9 ft and vaulted ceilings give a bright an airy feel maximizing the natural light that comes in. You'll love gathering in front of the gas fireplace in the family room, or on the patio with it's awning. It overlooks the private back yard that backs to trees. Other features you'll love include first floor laundry, eat in kitchen, a huge basement for storage, hardwood flooring accents on both levels and more. This home is also within 5 miles of Newark Charter School and a quick drive to Elkton or Downtown Newark. Sold "as is". No repairs will be made.
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
17 Oakview Dr, Newark, DE 19702
4beds
2,475sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.35 Acres Lot
$515,700 Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$3,072 Estimated rent
Home value
$515,700
$474,000 - $562,000
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Traditional colonial layoutHuge basement for storageCurved staircaseFormal dining roomStainless appliancesUpgraded countertopsStunning cherry kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maria Ruckle 302-299-3810,
Empower Real Estate, LLC,
Co-Listing Agent: Todd M Ruckle 302-893-1601,
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Bought with:
Patricia Wolf, RA-0003277
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2089984
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 13
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 16
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Main Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel, French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Drainage System,Interior Entry,Concrete,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,475
- Total interior livable area: 2,475 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,475
- 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: Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Play Equipment
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Split Rail,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 88.60 x 187.60
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, Level, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11017.10070
- Zoning: NC21
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector(s), Security System
- Subdivision: Thornwood
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $240 annually
- HOA name: ASPEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $523,000
- Date on market: 11/19/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Exclusions: Water Dispenser In Kitchen
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $515,000$208/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Pending sale | $515,000$208/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $515,000-1.9%$208/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Contingent | $524,900$212/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $524,900-2.8%$212/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,900$218/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $539,900$218/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Price change | $539,900-1.8%$218/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $549,900-1.8%$222/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $559,900-1.8%$226/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $569,900-1.7%$230/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $579,900+58.9%$234/sqft |
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| 1/27/2020 | Sold | $365,000$147/sqft |
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| 1/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $365,000$147/sqft |
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| 1/3/2020 | Pending sale | $365,000$147/sqft |
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| 12/12/2019 | Price change | $365,000+2.8%$147/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Associates-Newark #DENC487100 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2019 | Pending sale | $354,900$143/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Associates-Newark #DENC487100 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2019 | Price change | $354,900-1.4%$143/sqft |
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| 9/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $359,900+26.3%$145/sqft |
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| 9/7/2004 | Sold | $285,000$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $523,000 +490.3% |
| 2024 | $3,899 +2.4% | $88,600 |
| 2023 | $3,807 +0.6% | $88,600 |
| 2022 | $3,785 +2.1% | $88,600 |
| 2021 | $3,706 +2.6% | $88,600 |
| 2020 | $3,613 +12.7% | $88,600 |
| 2019 | $3,207 +5.8% | $88,600 |
| 2017 | $3,030 +0.9% | $88,600 |
| 2016 | $3,002 | $88,600 |
| 2015 | $3,002 +9.4% | $88,600 |
| 2014 | $2,744 | $88,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $88,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $88,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Thornwood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Brader (Henry M.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Gauger-Cobbs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 1/10Glasgow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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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