This is it! Opportunities to own a home in Shelly Farms don't come along often, and it's easy to see why. This established neighborhood is known for its spacious lots, peaceful setting, and sense of community, all within the highly sought-after Appoquinimink School District. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath brick ranch sits on an incredible 0.95-acre lot backing to woods, offering both privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors. A charming breezeway connects the home to the attached two-car garage, creating the perfect transition into the house. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen and a partially finished basement featuring a beautiful custom floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace that creates a warm, inviting space to gather. A separate private room, currently being used as a bedroom, provides flexibility for guests, a home office, gym, or hobby room to fit your lifestyle. Whether you're relaxing in the backyard, enjoying the quiet surroundings, or taking advantage of everything this exceptional location has to offer, this is a home with endless potential in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. Homes in Shelly Farms are rarely available, so don't miss your opportunity to make this one your own!
Pending
Price increase: $22.5K (7/20)
$422,500
28 Lyric Dr, Newark, DE 19702
4beds
2,150sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
0.95 Acres Lot
$383,200 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementUpdated kitchenSpacious lots
- 6 days |
- 1,472 |
- 98 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
AMBER GARNESKI 302-722-1794,
Crown Homes Real Estate 302-295-9430,
Co-Listing Agent: Kristen Rosaio 302-463-5477,
Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2107282
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Other
- Description: DEN
- Level: Lower
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,150
- Total interior livable area: 2,150 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,226
- Finished area below ground: 924
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.95 Acres
- Dimensions: 86.70 x 294.10
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11035.00080
- Zoning: NC40
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Shelley Farms
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $405,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,417
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Exclusions: N / A
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$383,200
$333,000 - $429,000
$2,158/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Pending sale | $422,500+5.6%$197/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2107282 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+166.7%$186/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2107282 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2002 | Sold | $150,000$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $405,600 +489.5% |
| 2024 | $2,900 +17.5% | $68,800 |
| 2023 | $2,467 -0.7% | $68,800 |
| 2022 | $2,485 +1.2% | $68,800 |
| 2021 | $2,455 +1.2% | $68,800 |
| 2020 | $2,427 +7.9% | $68,800 |
| 2019 | $2,249 +8.4% | $68,800 |
| 2017 | $2,074 +9.3% | $68,800 |
| 2016 | $1,897 | $68,800 |
| 2015 | $1,897 +2.8% | $68,800 |
| 2014 | $1,845 | $68,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $68,800 |
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Neighborhood: Shelley Farms
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Loss (Olive B.) Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Waters (Alfred G.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- NAAppoquinimink High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Olive B Loss
- Middle: Alfred G Waters
- High: Middletown
- District: Appoquinimink
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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