Welcome to this beautifully maintained four bedroom, two and a half bath home in the sought-after community of Old Post Farm. The premier lot backing to mature woods provides both privacy and views of nature. This move-in ready home has been regularly upgraded by caring owners and offers the ideal blend of comfort, space and convenience. Step inside to find a main-level private office with French doors, a spacious living room and formal dining room for hosting gatherings. The heart of the home is the kitchen with stainless appliances, a convenient island and desk. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room with vaulted ceilings. Just off the kitchen, step out onto a spacious deck and view of nicely landscaped gardens. The second floor has an enormous owners suite with soaking tub, shower and walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms share a second full bathroom. There is also a finished lower level offering additional living space while the unfinished area provides ample storage space along with an outdoor shed and attached two-car garage. Located in a sidewalk-lined community with a playground and 26 acres of community open space, this home is minutes from shopping, dining, the University of Delaware and within the Newark Charter School attendance area. Don't miss this opportunity!
For sale
$554,345
447 Preakness Run, Newark, DE 19702
4beds
3,492sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$25/mo HOA
What's special
Nicely landscaped gardensOutdoor shedAttached two-car garageKitchen with stainless appliancesSpacious deck
- 12 days
- 2,140
- 194
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Planck 302-545-2500,
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark 3027337000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2112662
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, Library, Laundry, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 21
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 20
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 20
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 8
Library
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 17
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 459 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 X 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,492
- Total interior livable area: 3,492 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,475
- Finished area below ground: 1,017
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70 x 115
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11016.10021
- Zoning: NC21
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Post Farm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 annually
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $525,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,424
- Date on market: 10/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Sump Pump With Battery Backup
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,957/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $554,345+75.4%$159/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2112662 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2003 | Sold | $316,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,924 +28.1% | $525,000 +500% |
| 2024 | $3,845 +2.7% | $87,500 |
| 2023 | $3,745 +0.7% | $87,500 |
| 2022 | $3,719 +2.2% | $87,500 |
| 2021 | $3,639 +2.8% | $87,500 |
| 2020 | $3,539 +12.8% | $87,500 |
| 2019 | $3,138 +5.9% | $87,500 |
| 2017 | $2,963 +0.8% | $87,500 |
| 2016 | $2,940 | $87,500 |
| 2015 | $2,940 +9.4% | $87,500 |
| 2014 | $2,688 | $87,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $87,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $87,500 |
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Neighborhood: Old Post Farm
Nearby schools
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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