Welcome to this charming brick colonial townhome on a quiet street in Newark close to the University of Delaware and several parks. As you arrive you will see the fenced front yard and then enter the completely renovated home, and you will be amazed at the modern amenities – it’s like a new home without the wait! You will be thrilled with the lovely spacious open concept living room and dining room with luxury vinyl plank flooring and neutral paint. Then move into the fully remodeled kitchen featuring wood cabinetry, stainless refrigerator, range/oven and dishwasher with gleaming quartz countertops. Also on this level is a brand-new half bath. Upstairs you will love the primary bedroom suite featuring new carpeting and new bathroom with tiled shower and new fixtures and lighting. The other two good-sized bedrooms with new carpeting and are also on this level as well as the hall bathroom with tiled tub/shower. The unfinished basement on the lower level is where you'll find lots of open space for you to entertain as well as separate laundry room with new washer and dryer and a utility room with plenty of storage. Recent updates include three new bathrooms, new roof, new appliances, new flooring, new HVAC, new plumbing and electric, new sprinkler system, new lighting fixtures throughout the home, new windows and doors, and all rooms freshly painted. This property is conveniently located near University of Delaware, great restaurants, I-95, shopping, schools and parks. This property has so much to offer! Put this wonderful home on your tour today!
Sold for $300,000
$300,000
179 Madison Dr, Newark, DE 19711
3beds
1,265sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1955
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$309,000 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$2,226 Estimated rent
Home value
$309,000
$278,000 - $343,000
$2,226/mo
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
DONNA Baldino 302-528-7302,
Keller Williams Select Realtors of Annapolis
Bought with:
Unrepresented Buyer
Unrepresented Buyer Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2081576
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- 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, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Recessed Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dual Flush Toilets, Disposal, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Doors: Double Entry
- Windows: Vinyl Clad, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,265
- Total interior livable area: 1,265 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,125
- Finished area below ground: 140
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Street, On Street, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51.70 x 85.00
- Features: Front Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 18024.00198
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good,Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: College Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $38,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,519
- Date on market: 5/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven / Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Ceiling Fans, Washer, Dryer
- Exclusions: Staging Furniture And Staging Items
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Sold | $300,000-13%$237/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2081576 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Contingent | $344,900$273/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2081576 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $344,900+85.4%$273/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Sold | $186,000+86%$147/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2067010 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2024 | Pending sale | $100,000$79/sqft |
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| 8/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $100,000$79/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #DENC2067010 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $242,000 +543.6% |
| 2024 | $1,748 +23.9% | $37,600 |
| 2023 | $1,411 -1.1% | $37,600 |
| 2022 | $1,427 +16.6% | $37,600 |
| 2021 | $1,224 -40.2% | $37,600 |
| 2020 | $2,046 -32.8% | $37,600 |
| 2019 | $3,043 -12.9% | $37,600 |
| 2017 | $3,492 +231.1% | $37,600 |
| 2016 | $1,055 | $37,600 |
| 2015 | $1,055 +11.6% | $37,600 |
| 2014 | $945 | $37,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $37,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,600 |
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Neighborhood: 19711
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Downes (John R.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Shue-Medill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 3/10Newark High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Newark
- 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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