SUMMER IS HERE Just in time for you to enjoy the fabulous backyard and amenities of this home! Expansive Deck with newer Pool and plenty of yard to run and play, garden, whatever you desire! This beautiful move-in ready, energy efficient home offers spacious and comfortable living spaces that combine modern updates with a functional floor plan perfect for today's lifestyle. The fully updated kitchen features attractive wood cabinetry with pull out spice cabinet, Corian countertops, tiled backsplash, updated stainless steel appliances, large pantry closet and room for your breakfast table. The Family Room has access to the main floor laundry room with utility sink and access to the oversized garage with workshop area and pull down stairs to the garage attic which affords even more storage space. The Living Room with Triple Windows has superb natural lighting and the adjoining dining room opens to the expansive deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard designed for relaxing or the ultimate in entertaining. For added enjoyment, the fire pit, all the patio furniture and gas BBQ are included! Upstairs you'll find four spacious bedrooms with generous closets, new neutral carpeting, and a wonderful full bath completely renovated in 2024. Major updates include heating and central air (2022), smart water heater (2021), replacement windows, attractive front and storm door, updated laminate flooring, newer interior Colonial style doors and attractive paint colors. Added attic insulation, and other energy-efficient improvements the seller has completed is how this home achieved its Certificate for the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Program which means important savings to you as the Buyer on your utilities! Ideally located near shopping, restaurants, parks, the University of Delaware, Christiana Hospital and major commuting routes, this move-in ready home offers the perfect combination of space, updates, and value. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours and enjoy the rest of summer in your delightful backyard! Room Sizes & Square Footages sited are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Photos have been edited to enhance images.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
68 E Shady Dr, Newark, DE 19713
4beds
1,775sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$400,100 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$2,666 Estimated rent
Home value
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Fully updated kitchenUpdated laminate flooringUpdated stainless steel appliancesReplacement windowsExpansive deckEnergy efficient homeAdded attic insulation
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Listed by:
Kathy Melcher 302-379-3351,
Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
Bought with:
Jay Shinn, 0020557
RE/MAX Point Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2106364
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 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, Laundry, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 21
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Low Emissivity Windows, Replacement, Screens
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,775
- Total interior livable area: 1,775 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,775
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Private
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 9,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75.40 x 129.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 09033.20008
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Breezewood Ii
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,012
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Patio Furniture, Fire Pit, Bbq, Workbench And Cabinets In Garage At No Added Value To Contract Sales Price. Deck Surround Sound (as-is)
- Exclusions: Exterior Cameras, Wine Refrigerator, Extra Beverage Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Sold | $400,000+0%$225/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2106364 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2026 | Contingent | $399,900$225/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2106364 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+284.5%$225/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2106364 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/1991 | Sold | $104,000$59/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $370,100 +490.3% |
| 2024 | $2,670 +2.8% | $62,700 |
| 2023 | $2,597 +0.2% | $62,700 |
| 2022 | $2,591 +2.2% | $62,700 |
| 2021 | $2,536 +2.7% | $62,700 |
| 2020 | $2,470 +13.2% | $62,700 |
| 2019 | $2,183 +6.5% | $62,700 |
| 2017 | $2,050 +0.2% | $62,700 |
| 2016 | $2,045 | $62,700 |
| 2015 | $2,045 +9.8% | $62,700 |
| 2014 | $1,863 | $62,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $62,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $62,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Breezewood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Christiana High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Kirk (George V.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
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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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Newark
- 19713
- Breezewood
- 68 E Shady Dr
