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31 Blue Jay Drive

Newark, DE 19713

4 beds
3 baths
2,350 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$223 per sqft
1971 build

Welcome to 31 Blue Jay Drive, in the community of Arbour Park. This perfectly-appointed home offers all the space and amenities you’ll need, while situated in a wonderful Newark location. Step inside to beautiful hardwood floors which extend into the formal living room and dining room on either side. Flow into the custom designed kitchen with recessed lighting, 42-inch cabinetry with lovely custom detail, Corian countertops, double sink, double oven, warming drawer, a wall of pantry space, dining area and desk space, and a window over the sink for a gorgeous view outside. Off the kitchen is the fabulous family room with a barn door, exposed beams and brick, wood-burning fireplace, and a wall of windows leading outside to your perfectly private and peaceful patio, with nature all around you. Back inside and completing the main level is a den/office, a half bath for guests, and the ideal laundry/mudroom with plenty storage and access from the backyard. Hardwood floors lead upstairs to the 4 bedrooms, including the spacious primary suite with newly renovated en-suite bath. You’ll find abundant closet space on this level as well as a bonus room which could be a craft room or whatever your needs require. The lower level of this home is ideal for holidays, gatherings, and entertaining. With several nooks, a fully equipped wet bar with counter seating, and room for a pool table, movie room, or whatever your heart desires, the possibilities are endless. Also here, unfinished space for storage. Valuable bonus features include updated plumbing upstairs, recently serviced HVAC and windows, a newer roof with warranty, a water softener, and an oversized garage with storage. Living in Arbour Park gives you access to planned community activities, an in-ground community pool, and more! Situated on a cul-de-sac and surrounded by nature, this home is close to everything this area has to offer, including downtown Newark restaurants and nightlife, University of Delaware, and major routes for commuting. Be sure to view the floorplans, virtual tour, and schedule a showing today!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 14, 2025 •

MLS# DENC2078826 —

The Building

Year Built:

1971
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Roof:

Pitched, Shingle
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Vinyl Siding
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Levels:

2
Window Features:

Double Hung
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Block
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full, Interior Access, Improved, Partially Finished, Windows
Building Winterized:

No
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

2350
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

2350

Interior

Interior Features:

Attic, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Flooring Type:

Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Partially Carpeted, Vinyl
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Mantel(s), Wood
Wall & Ceilings:

Brick, Dry Wall, Paneled Walls, Other
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

2350
Living Area SqFt:

2,350 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

31 Blue Jay Drive
Latitude:

39.65325928
Longitude:

-75.76799011

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.44
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

100.00 x 193.70
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloping, Trees/Wooded
Lot SqFt:

19,166 Sqft
Inclusions:

washer / dryer / refrigerator / freezer (all in 'as is' condition)
Zoning:

18RT
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Fencing:

Partially, Rear
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

18-042.00-018
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

018
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,373
Tax Assessed Value:

$96,100
Year Assessed:

2024
School Tax:

3116.0
County Tax:

242.00
City/Town Tax:

1014.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Electric Service:

Circuit Breakers
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
Laundry Type:

Main Floor

Schools

School District Name:

Christina
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Arbour Park
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Exterior Lighting
Pool:

No Pool
Association Recreation Fee:

Yes
Association Recreation Fee:

25.00
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

6
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized, Additional Storage Area
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

2
Driveway - # of Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$525,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,811
Taxes	$364
Insurance	$144
Utilities	$215 See report
Total	$3,534/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/9/25 Apr 9, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$525,000

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This house located in South Newark, Newark, DE 19713 is currently for sale for $525,000. 31 Blue Jay Drive is a 2,350 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths. 31 Blue Jay Drive is in the South Newark neighborhood of Newark and has a WalkScore® of 5, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Shue-Medill Middle School, Newark High School, and West Park Place Elementary School.

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