305 Meriden Dr, Newark, DE 19711
What's special
Beautiful 3 bedrooms, 2.1 bath brick ranch situated on a scenic 0.51-acre lot in the Town of Newark. This well-maintained home features a flowing floor plan with numerous recent updates. The updated kitchen is a highlight, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and soft-close cabinets with pull-out drawers. The two full bathrooms have been renovated with new vanities, flooring, and lighting fixtures. The living room boasts a brick fireplace, and the 20 x 10 sunroom offers views of the private, beautifully landscaped backyard. The full, partially finished basement with an outside entrance provides additional space, and an oversized two-car garage adds extra convenience. The home also includes an replacement windows and an updated gas furnace approximately five years ago. Located just minutes from the University of Delaware, major shopping, Christiana Hospital, state parks, and I-95, this home offers both comfort and convenience. This house is an absolute standout at this price point!
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
George Manolakos 302-529-2690,
Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine 3024750800
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 1808
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,604
- Total interior livable area: 2,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,796
- Finished area below ground: 904
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Dimensions: 90 x 177
- Features: Level, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 18006.00094
- Zoning: 1BRS
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Above Ground
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fairfield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,180
- Annual tax amount: $3,423
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer In "as Is Condition", Sun Room Furniture, Bookshelves In The Family Room
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Contingent | $509,900$189/sqft |
Source:  Patterson Schwartz #DENC2108340 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2026 | Pending sale | $509,900$189/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $509,900-1.9%$189/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $519,900+4%$193/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2108340 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $499,900+21.9%$185/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2021 | Sold | $410,000$152/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2021 | Pending sale | $410,000+26.2%$152/sqft |
Source:  RE/MAX International #DENC525566 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $324,900+25%$120/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX International #DENC525566 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2012 | Sold | $260,000+0%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $259,900-5.5%$96/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Associates #5961696 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2012 | Listing removed | $274,900$102/sqft |
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| 10/19/2011 | Listed for sale | $274,900$102/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX CENTRAL #5961696 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,199 +50.6% | $476,300 +461% |
| 2024 | $1,460 +3.3% | $84,900 |
| 2023 | $1,413 +1.5% | $84,900 |
| 2022 | $1,393 | $84,900 |
| 2021 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2020 | $2,386 +18.1% | $84,900 |
| 2019 | $2,020 +6.1% | $84,900 |
| 2017 | $1,903 +6% | $84,900 |
| 2016 | $1,796 | $84,900 |
| 2015 | $1,796 +9.9% | $84,900 |
| 2014 | $1,635 | $84,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $84,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $84,900 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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$3,117/mo
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