221 Mercury Road, Newark, DE 19711 $400,000

Open House: Sat, Mar 15, 11:00AM-1:00PM, In-Person
Beds/Baths: 3/2.0
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,725
Acreage: 0.85
Age:60 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2077568
Mobile#: 2767
Subdivision: North Star
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

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!

Taxes: $4,171
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Community
School Dist: Red Clay Consolidated
Elem. School: North Star

Features

Utilities
Heat Pump - Oil BackUp, Electric, Oil, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, On Site Septic

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Daylight, Partial Basement

Exterior
Block Foundation, Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior, Screened Porch/Deck, Other

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Public Elementary (13 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
North Star Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 0.46 mi
Linden Hill Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 2.16 mi
William F. Cooke Junior Elementary Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 2.49 mi
Heritage Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.03 mi
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.05 mi
Brandywine Springs School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–8 Wilmington 3.47 mi
New Garden Elementary School Kennett Consolidated School District 1–5 Toughkenamon 3.83 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 4.16 mi
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.17 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.2 mi
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.43 mi
Red Clay Early Years Program Red Clay Consolidated School District Preschool Wilmington 4.68 mi
Marbrook Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.96 mi

Public Middle (7 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Skyline Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 2.88 mi
Kennett Middle School Kennett Consolidated School District 6–8 Landenberg 2.96 mi
duPont (H.B.) Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Hockessin 3.05 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.2 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.37 mi
Stanton Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.65 mi
Gateway Charter School Gateway Charter School 3–8 Wilmington 4.81 mi

Public High (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
McKean (Thomas) High School Red Clay Consolidated School District 9–12 Wilmington 2.6 mi
Dickinson (John) School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 3.11 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.2 mi

Private (12 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Cacc Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Hockessin 0.69 mi
Limestone Hills Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 1.02 mi
The Independence School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Newark 1.08 mi
The Hockessin Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Hockessin 2.2 mi
Wilmington Junior Academy Seventh-Day Adventist Preschool–8 Wilmington 2.67 mi
Wilmington Christian School Inc. Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Hockessin 2.86 mi
Towle Institute Christian (no specific denomination) 4–12 Newark 3.18 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 3.24 mi
St John The Beloved School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.49 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 3.88 mi
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.06 mi
Holy Angels School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Newark 4.27 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Newark (19711), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 24
  • Average salary of people in this community: $56,169

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,919
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.57
  • Households w/ Children: 42%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 12,474 (58.6%)
  • Rented: 7,209 (33.9%)
  • Vacant: 1,592 (7.5%)
  • Total: 21,275

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 52,547
Households: 19,683
Median Age: 35.20

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.6%
  • Some High School: 3.0%
  • High School Graduate: 21.4%
  • Some College: 16.4%
  • Associate Degree: 8.3%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 26.5%
  • Graduate Degree: 22.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $77,188

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,016
  • One Bedroom: $1,049
  • Two Bedroom: $1,261
  • Three Bedroom: $1,617
  • Four Bedroom: $1,853

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Listing data as of 3/14/2025.

221 Mercury Road, Newark, DE 19711

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