#DENC2082502, James W Venema, Listing Office: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
402 Apple Rd Newark, DE 19711
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About 402 Apple Rd
Welcome to 402 Apple Rd. in Downtown Newark, walking distance to the University of Delaware and main street. This charming home features 4 bedrooms on the upper level and a lovely first floor addition that can be either a main level primary bedroom, with a full bathroom or wonderful sunroom addition with a gas fireplace stove. The addition is highlighted by site finished wide plank, cherry and elm floors, that were hand milled by the owner himself, who is a master woodworker. The remainder of the home showcases sight finished oak floors throughout. Entering the home you are greeted by a slate foyer and great room with a brick wood burning fireplace. The dining room opens out into a screened porch, and is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen features hand milled cabinets, Corion countertops and bay window. The powder room and laundry room behind the garage, complete the main level. Upstairs are 4 nicely sized bedrooms and full bathroom. The lower level has a partially finished basement with woodstove, custom hand milled paneling and built in cabinets, all made by the homeowner and unfinished area plus a Bilco door leading to the backyard. The lovely backyard is highlighted by mature landscaping and charming red wood shed. This one definitely won't last long!!
Highlights
(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Additional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry, Concrete Driveway, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $525,000
- Price/SqFt: $291
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,748
- Tax Year: 2019
- Directions: Apple Rd. Cross West Park and continue to #402 on the right.
- Year Built: 1959
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,800 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2082586
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: RE/MAX Associates - Newark
- Office Phone: (302) 453-3200
- Listing Agent: Mary Kate Johnston
- Agent Phone: (302) 453-3200
- Agent Email: marykatej@comcast.net
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $74,100 | $- |
2021 | $74,100 | $- |
2020 | $74,100 | $- |
2019 | $74,100 | $1,748 |
2018 | $74,100 | $1,684 |
2017 | $74,100 | $1,578 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
West Park Place Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.0 mi
•193 W Park Pl
6
Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•220 Casho Mill Rd
6
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•908 Janice 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 $58,553. Most Newark, DE residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 402 Apple Rd
The listing price of 402 Apple Rd property is $525,000.
The property 402 Apple Rd is a house located in Newark, Delaware, 19711.
Active Listing: 402 Apple Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 402 Apple Rd are: West Park Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Downes (John R.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), 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 High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Newark Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Glasgow High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $1,748 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 402 Apple Rd has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 402 Apple Rd is 1,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 402 Apple Rd is 1959.
This home is located at 402 Apple Rd in Newark, DE and zip code 19711 in the West Park Place neighborhood. This 1,800 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $525,000.
Between March and April 2025, Newark, DE real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 113.2%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 60 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $361,583.