$400,000

221 Mercury Rd Newark, DE 19711

$4,750
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,725 sqft
0.8 acres
$147 / sqft
House

Property details

About 221 Mercury Rd

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!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,725 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.85 Acres
Year built1965
ParkingGarage - Side Entry, Attached Garage
MLS #DENC2077568
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: DENC2077568
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
  • Office Phone: (302) 239-3000
  • Office Email: realinfo@psre.com
  • Listing Agent: Kenneth W DiAmbrosio
  • Agent Phone: (302) 388-9802
  • Agent Email: kdiambrosio@gmail.com

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single story home featuring brick siding and a front lawn

$400,000

221 Mercury Rd

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$119,700$3,401
2021$119,700$3,547
2020$119,700$3,560
2019$119,700$3,475
2018$119,700$3,428
2017$119,700$3,156

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

North Star Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1340 Little Baltimore Rd

9

Linden Hill Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.2 mi

3415 Skyline Dr

9

William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

2025 Graves Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $124,348. The most common annual income of people living in Newark, DE is between $100k-200k. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

10%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
41%
100k-200k
22%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

21%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 221 Mercury Rd

This home is located at 221 Mercury Rd in Newark, DE and zip code 19711 in the North Star neighborhood. This 2,725 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.85 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $400,000.

While more than 10 listings in Newark, DE in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 13 listings sold at asking price, and more than 17 were sold below. In February 2025 in Newark, DE there were 1.9% less homes for sale than in January. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 29 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $365,021.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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