Backup offers
$5,700 Closing Credit¹
#DENC2078826, Michael E McKee, Listing office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$499,900 List price
261 W Chestnut Hill Rd Newark, DE 19713
$5,936
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,240 sqft
0.6 acres
$223 / sqft
House
Property details
About 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd
Newly renovated 4 Bedrooms with 3 Full Baths and 2 car garage sitting on Half Acre Lot in Newark. This home is located within the desirable Newark Charter School radius, making it an ideal choice for those seeking top-rated education options. And within minutes to U. of Delaware , Rittenhouse Park and the Newark Amtrak/SEPTA Station. With its modern updates, open layout, and prime location, this property is truly a gem. New Kitchen with New Gray Cabinets, New Stainless Steel Appliances, All 3 Bathrooms updated. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary house your new home!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,240 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.58 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Asphalt Driveway, Attached Garage
MLS #DENC2083502
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Asphalt Driveway, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $499,900
- Price/SqFt: $223
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,469
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Use Google Maps or G.P.S
- Year Built: 1954
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,240 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.58 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2083502
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Home Finders Real Estate Company
- Office Phone: (302) 655-8091
- Office Email: bgodfr3131@aol.com
- Listing Agent: Barry G Godfrey
- Agent Phone: (302) 275-9412
- Agent Email: bgodfr3131@aol.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $68,300 | $2,469 |
| 2021 | $68,300 | $2,380 |
| 2020 | $68,300 | $2,312 |
| 2019 | $68,300 | $1,980 |
| 2018 | $68,300 | $1,921 |
| 2017 | $68,300 | $1,915 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•908 Janice Dr
7
West Park Place Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•193 W Park Pl
7
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•350 Four Seasons Pkwy
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 $81,780. Typical income of Newark, DE residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
11%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Figure Skating
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Stein Mart
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Bob Evans
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Oldsmobile
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd
The listing price of 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd property is $499,900.
The property 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd is a house located in Newark, Delaware, 19713.
Active Listing: 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd are: McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), West Park Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gauger-Cobbs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kirk (George V.) Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Las Americas Aspira Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newark Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Glasgow High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Newark High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,469 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd is 2,240 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd is 1954.
This home is located at 261 W Chestnut Hill Rd in Newark, DE and zip code 19713 in the Rolling Green neighborhood. This 2,240 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.58 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,900.
The number of listings in Newark, DE increased by 84.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $385,000 and the average listing age was 65 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.