#DENC2082404, Kathy L Melcher, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
202 Wilshire Ln Newark, DE 19711
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About 202 Wilshire Ln
Rare Opportunity to Own a Spacious 5-Bedroom Home in Sought-After Fairfield, Newark De Don’t miss your chance to own this charming and generously sized two-story traditional home located in the serene and well-established Fairfield community. Nestled within the City of Newark, this home benefits from full city services—including trash and snow removal, police services, and city utilities, —offering convenience and peace of mind. Enjoy the best of both nature and city living with an abundance of nearby parks and recreational opportunities, including the picturesque White Clay Creek State Park, known for its extensive hiking and biking trails. This home is ideally situated within the Newark Charter School’s 5-mile radius and just a short stroll from the scenic University of Delaware campus. Plus, you’re minutes away from Newark’s award-winning Main Street, full of acclaimed restaurants, cozy pubs, and local shops—consistently ranked among the top small-town destinations in the U.S. From the moment you arrive, the home’s welcoming curb appeal is evident, thanks to mature landscaping and beautiful trees surrounding both the front and rear yards. Step inside to a classic slate-floored foyer that opens to a bright and spacious layout. The main level features a large living room and dining room with hardwood floors, a centrally located kitchen with brand-new vinyl flooring, and a cozy family room with new carpeting and a wood burning fireplace—perfect for gatherings. A convenient powder room completes the main floor. Upstairs, you’ll find five generously sized bedrooms with warm hardwood flooring throughout. The primary suite includes its own full bath and walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a 2-car turned garage, a full unfinished basement offering endless possibilities for expansion, and a private backyard surrounded by lush greenery—perfect for future outdoor living spaces like a deck or patio. Freshly painted throughout with new flooring in key areas, this home is move-in ready and just waiting for your personal touches. Schedule your tour today and discover why homes in Fairfield don’t stay on the market for long!
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminated
- Fireplace: Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage - Side Entry, Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $520,000
- Price/SqFt: $210
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,658
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: GPS and Map Apps are accurate
- Year Built: 1964
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,475 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.41 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2082316
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
- Office Phone: (302) 239-3000
- Office Email: realinfo@psre.com
- Listing Agent: Albert John Homiak Jr.
- Agent Phone: (302) 353-9945
- Agent Email: shomiak@psre.com
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $93,000 | $1,658 |
2021 | $93,000 | $- |
2020 | $93,000 | $1,615 |
2019 | $93,000 | $1,316 |
2018 | $93,000 | $1,267 |
2017 | $93,000 | $1,163 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•220 Casho Mill Rd
7
West Park Place Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•193 W Park Pl
7
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•300 Saint Regis Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $77,667. Most Newark, DE residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 202 Wilshire Ln
The listing price of 202 Wilshire Ln property is $520,000.
The property 202 Wilshire Ln is a house located in Newark, Delaware, 19711.
Active Listing: 202 Wilshire Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 202 Wilshire Ln are: Downes (John R.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), West Park Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Shue-Medill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kirk (George V.) Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Las Americas Aspira Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newark High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Newark Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Christiana High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,658 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 202 Wilshire Ln has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 202 Wilshire Ln is 2,475 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 202 Wilshire Ln is 1964.
This home is located at 202 Wilshire Ln in Newark, DE and zip code 19711 in the Fairfield neighborhood. This 2,475 square foot home, which was built in 1964, sits on a 0.41 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $520,000.
The number of homes for sale in Newark, DE increased by 113.2% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $361,583, while the average time on the real estate market was 60 days.