Price Reduction
Address
231 E Seneca Drive, Newark, DE
Price
$ 499,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#DENC2107270
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyNEW CASTLE
- CityNewark
- AreaNewark-Glasgow
- NeighborhoodThe Woods
- Zip19702
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1977
- Taxes$ 3266
- Price$ 499,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2150
- Lot Size0.2 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Welcome to 231 E. Seneca Drive, where timeless Colonial architecture meets thoughtful modern updates in one of Newark's most sought-after and convenient locations. Beautifully maintained and extensively improved, this spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers the perfect balance of warmth, functionality, and everyday comfort. A professionally engineered renovation transformed the traditional layout by removing the dividing wall between the living and family rooms, creating the bright, open-concept floor plan today's buyers are searching for. The result is an expansive gathering space filled with natural light that flows effortlessly into the beautifully appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, updated flooring, and an ideal layout for entertaining or daily living. The true showpiece of the home, however, is the incredible heated and air-conditioned all-season sunroom, a space you'll enjoy every month of the year. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee as the sun rises, hosting family gatherings, reading a book while rain falls outside, or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the backyard, this remarkable room provides year-round comfort while seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Just beyond, you'll discover one of the property's most captivating features: an extraordinary backyard bursting with mature landscaping, colorful perennial gardens, flowering shrubs, and meticulously maintained outdoor spaces that create a peaceful, private retreat unlike anything else in the neighborhood. Every season brings a new display of blooms, making the gardens a destination all their own and providing exceptional curb appeal from the moment you arrive. Upstairs offers four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite complete with a custom walk-in closet organization system and an updated en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, or hobbies while the unfinished basement offers exceptional storage and endless future finishing potential. Practical updates provide lasting peace of mind, including replacement tilt-in windows, a 50-year architectural roof (2014), a high-efficiency HVAC system (2016), poured concrete foundation, and an oversized two-car garage offering abundant room for vehicles, storage, and workshop space. Perfectly positioned just minutes from Route 1, I-95, Christiana Hospital, Christiana Mall, the University of Delaware, major employers, parks, shopping, dining, and countless everyday conveniences, this location makes commuting throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland incredibly easy while keeping every amenity close to home. Combining spacious living areas, thoughtful renovations, timeless Colonial design, exceptional outdoor beauty, and an unbeatable Newark location, 231 E. Seneca Drive offers a rare opportunity to own a home that delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are looking for with comfort, convenience, and value that will be appreciated for years to come.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills Elementary School | Read Middle School | Penn High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Listed $525,000 |
| 7/27/2026 | 5$499,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2150 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Zoning | NC10 |
| HOA Fee | 45.00 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Vinyl Siding,Aluminum Siding |
| School District | COLONIAL |
| Exclusions | All Personal Property |
| Year Built | 1977 |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | NEW CASTLE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | THE WOODS |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | From Churchmans Rd,turn into The Woods subdivision onto Iroquois Ct. Turn right onto E Seneca Dr. Property is on the right. |
| City | NEWARK |
| Disclosures | Prop Disclosure,Lead Based Paint - State,Radon |
| Association Name | WOODS CIVIC ASSOCIATION |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | Newark/Glasgow (30905) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 8712.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 415600.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3266.0 |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 232.51 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 2150 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | THE WOODS SEC III |
| Tax Lot | 142 |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2150 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Room Type | Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Family Room,Bedroom 1,Sun/Florida Room,Laundry,Full Bath |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Front Entry |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage,Driveway |
| Foundation Details | Other |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 80.00 x 120.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.20 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 73200.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | Upper 1 | |||
| Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | |||
| Bedroom 3 | Upper 1 | |||
| Bedroom 4 | Upper 1 | |||
| Family Room | Main | Fireplace - Wood Burning | ||
| Full Bath | Upper 1 | |||
| Full Bath | Upper 1 | |||
| Laundry | Main | |||
| Sun/Florida Room | Main |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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