713 Birchwood Drive, a well maintained four-bedroom home offering great space, a large backyard, and tremendous upside potential in a desirable Newark location. While the home retains its original finishes, it has been cared for with pride of ownership and presents a rare opportunity to build instant equity through updates or renovations. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living room, a large eatin kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, and four comfortable bedrooms providing flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The full bath is in good condition, and the layout offers a functional foundation for future modern improvements. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard ideal for outdoor entertaining, pets, or a future patio or garden space. Comparable homes in the neighborhood have recently sold for $50,000 even $75,000 higher, making this property an exceptional opportunity to create value through sweat equity. The location is unbeatable just minutes from I-95, the University of Delaware, and the shopping and dining of Christiana Mall, as well as nearby parks and commuter routes. Whether you’re a first time buyer looking for a solid home or an investor seeking upside potential, 713 Birchwood Drive offers an outstanding combination of location, space, and opportunity in Newark.
Sold for $270,000
$270,000
713 Birchwood Dr, Newark, DE 19713
4beds
1,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$274,500 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,320 Estimated rent
Home value
$274,500
$247,000 - $305,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim Rice 302-540-0509,
Real of Pennsylvania
Bought with:
Jason Morris, R3-0018745
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2090836
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,250
- Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,250
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,841 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 69.90 x 115.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 09023.30282
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birchwood Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $269,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,706
- Date on market: 10/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA 203(k)
- Inclusions: All Appliances In "as-is" Condition
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/6/2025 | Sold | $270,000-3.5%$216/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2090836 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Listing removed | $279,900$224/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090836 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $279,900-6.7%$224/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090836 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900$240/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090836 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $269,400 +563.5% |
| 2024 | $1,729 +2.8% | $40,600 |
| 2023 | $1,681 +0.2% | $40,600 |
| 2022 | $1,678 +104.3% | $40,600 |
| 2021 | $821 +2.7% | $40,600 |
| 2020 | $800 +13.2% | $40,600 |
| 2019 | $707 +6.4% | $40,600 |
| 2017 | $664 | $40,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $40,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $40,600 |
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Neighborhood: Birchwood Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Christiana High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Shue-Medill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 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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