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221 Mercury Road

NEWARK, DE 19711

3 beds
2 baths
2,725 sqft
~3/4 acre lot
$146 per sqft
1965 build

Welcome to this charming ranch home with great potential! This property features 3 bedrooms, 2.0 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage. The original owners are selling as-is, providing a fantastic opportunity for the new owners to make it their own. Upon entering, you will find a formal living room with a cozy fireplace that flows into the dining room. The kitchen is conveniently adjacent to the family room, offering a great opportunity to create a grand kitchen/great room combo by removing the walls between the dining, kitchen, and family room. The primary bedroom is spacious and boasts its own bath, walk-in closet, additional double closet, and linen closet. The finished basement provides over 800 sq feet of additional living space, adding to the versatility of this home. Original hardwood floors are waiting to be uncovered beneath the wall-to-wall carpet that has been in place since day one. A screened porch off the kitchen provides a peaceful retreat with views of the large wooded lot that backs to woods, offering privacy with neighbors in the far distance. Recent updates include a 4-year-old roof, AC, and heat pump, as well as half of the windows replaced with Andersens. Located in the sought-after Red Clay School District with access to the coveted North Star Elementary feeder, this home is sure to attract families looking for top-notch education options. Additionally, the neighborhood offers a rarely available pool, adding to the appeal of this property. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home in this desirable neighborhood at an attractive price point. Schedule a showing today and envision the possibilities that await in this charming ranch home!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 18, 2025 •

MLS# DENC2077568 —

The Building

Year Built:

1965
Year Built Source:

Estimated
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Aluminum Siding, Brick
Building Name:

None Available
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Ranch/Rambler
Levels:

1
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Block
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Daylight, Partial
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt:

886
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1839
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished SqFt:

886

Interior

Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

2725
Living Area SqFt:

2,725 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional
Possession:

0-30 Days CD

Location

Directions:

gps
Latitude:

39.76012500
Longitude:

-75.71506900

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Average
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.85
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot SqFt:

37,026 Sqft
Exclusions:

Washer, dryer, riding mower
Zoning:

RES
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Screened
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Lease:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

08-024.10-007
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,171
Tax Assessed Value:

$119,700
Year Assessed:

2024

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Bedrooms Main Level:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

2.00
Main Level Full Baths:

2

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Heat Pump - Oil BackUp
Heating Fuel:

Electric, Oil

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

On Site Septic
Hot Water:

Electric
Water Source:

Public

Schools

Elementary School:

North Star
School District Name:

Red Clay Consolidated
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

North Star
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Other
Pool:

Yes - Community
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Side Entry
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$400,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,141
Taxes	$347
Insurance	$110
Utilities	$233 See report
Total	$2,831/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/18/25 Mar 18, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	BRIGHT	$400,000
3/14/25 Mar 14, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$400,000

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