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Sold for $400,000
  • $400,000

    172 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE 19711

    4beds
    1,850sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    10,019 Square Feet Lot
    $411,500 Zestimate®
    $216/sqft
    $2,825 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $411,500

    $370,000 - $457,000

    $2,825/mo

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    What's special

    Central air conditioningRemodeled kitchenRefinished hardwoodsNew windowsFresh interior paintTimeless finishesBright open floor plan
    Welcome to 172 Rockrose Drive, a beautifully updated home tucked away in the highly desirable Meadowood community of Newark, Delaware. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality—fully move-in ready and ideal for today’s modern lifestyle. Extensively renovated in 2020, the home showcases a long list of upgrades, including new windows, central air conditioning, luxury flooring, refinished hardwoods, fresh interior paint, a fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, and a brand-new water heater installed in 2025. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the bright, open floor plan, abundant natural light, and timeless finishes throughout. The updated kitchen is a true highlight, featuring plenty of counter space, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinetry, all seamlessly connected to the dining area and sunlit living room. Adjacent to the kitchen, a spacious family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes twin closets, while two additional generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom complete the second level. Enjoy relaxing in the 21x14 enclosed rear sunroom—ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Outside, the fully fenced backyard provides a private outdoor retreat, perfect for summer barbecues, gardening, or playtime with pets and kids. Additional features include a one-car garage and an unfinished basement offering plenty of storage or potential for future expansion. Conveniently located just minutes from local parks, shopping, the University of Delaware, and major commuter routes, this home offers peaceful suburban living with easy access to everything Newark has to offer. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this beautifully upgraded home in one of Newark’s most established neighborhoods!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jason Duncan 302-242-7906,

    Foraker Realty Co.

    Bought with:

    Lynne Holt, R3-0016526

    Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2086274MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Basement
    • Area: 615
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Insert
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,850
    • Total interior livable area: 1,850 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,235
    • Finished area below ground: 615

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split,Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Private
    Lot
    • Size: 10,019 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 65.00 x 158.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 08049.30048
    • Zoning: NC6.5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Permanent
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1960
    • Major remodel year: 2020

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

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

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $216/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $69,600
    • Annual tax amount: $2,425
    • Date on market: 7/21/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: FHA,VA Loan,Conventional,Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/29/2025Sold$400,000-3.6%$216/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086274 Report a problem
    8/1/2025Pending sale$414,900$224/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086274 Report a problem
    7/22/2025Listed for sale$414,900+56.6%$224/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086274 Report a problem
    6/9/2020Sold$265,000+6%$143/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/29/2020Pending sale$249,900$135/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    4/20/2020Price change$249,900-9.1%$135/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    4/3/2020Listed for sale$274,900$149/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    3/15/2020Pending sale$274,900$149/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    2/13/2020Listed for sale$274,900$149/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    1/27/2020Pending sale$274,900$149/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC493542 Report a problem
    1/20/2020Listed for sale$274,900+64.6%$149/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord #DENC493542 Report a problem
    10/2/2019Sold$167,000$90/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach #DENC487424_19711 Report a problem
    9/24/2019Pending sale$167,000$90/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Brandywine #DENC487424 Report a problem
    9/19/2019Listed for sale$167,000$90/sqft
    Source: Homepath Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $384,900 +453%
    2024$2,572 +13.4%$69,600
    2023$2,269 -1.2%$69,600
    2022$2,296 +0%$69,600 +6.9%
    2021$2,295 +26.6%$65,100
    2020$1,813 -26.9%$65,100
    2019$2,479 +389%$65,100
    2017$507 -2.7%$65,100
    2016$521 $65,100
    2015$521 $65,100
    2014-- $65,100
    2013-- $65,100
    2012-- $65,100
    2011-- $65,100
    2010-- $65,100
    2009-- $65,100
    2008-- $65,100
    2007-- $65,100
    2006-- $65,100
    2005-- $65,100
    2004-- $65,100
    2003-- $65,100
    2002-- $65,100
    2001-- $65,100
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Meadowood

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Red Clay Consolidated

    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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