231 E Seneca Drive
Newark, DE, 19702 $ 525,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 2,150 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,315
for $525,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,150 square foot home was built in 1977 on a lot size of 0.2.
Welcome to 231 E. Seneca Drive, where timeless Colonial architecture meets thoughtful modern updates in one of Newark's most sought-after and convenient locations. Beautifully maintained and extensively improved, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of warmth, functionality, and everyday comfort. A professionally engineered renovation transformed the traditional layout by removing the dividing wall between the living and family rooms, creating the bright, open-concept floor plan today's buyers are searching for. The result is an expansive gathering space filled with natural light that flows effortlessly into the beautifully appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, updated flooring, and an ideal layout for entertaining or daily living. The true showpiece of the home, however, is the incredible heated and air-conditioned all-season sunroom, a space you'll enjoy every month of the year. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee as the sun rises, hosting family gatherings, reading a book while rain falls outside, or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the backyard, this remarkable room provides year-round comfort while seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Just beyond, you'll discover one of the property's most captivating features: an extraordinary backyard bursting with mature landscaping, colorful perennial gardens, flowering shrubs, and meticulously maintained outdoor spaces that create a peaceful, private retreat unlike anything else in the neighborhood. Every season brings a new display of blooms, making the gardens a destination all their own and providing exceptional curb appeal from the moment you arrive. Upstairs offers four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite complete with a custom walk-in closet organization system and an updated en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, or hobbies while the unfinished basement offers exceptional storage and endless future finishing potential. Practical updates provide lasting peace of mind, including replacement tilt-in windows, a 50-year architectural roof (2014), a high-efficiency HVAC system (2016), poured concrete foundation, and an oversized two-car garage offering abundant room for vehicles, storage, and workshop space. Perfectly positioned just minutes from Route 1, I-95, Christiana Hospital, Christiana Mall, the University of Delaware, major employers, parks, shopping, dining, and countless everyday conveniences, this location makes commuting throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland incredibly easy while keeping every amenity close to home. Combining spacious living areas, thoughtful renovations, timeless Colonial design, exceptional outdoor beauty, and an unbeatable Newark location, 231 E. Seneca Drive offers a rare opportunity to own a home that delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are looking for with comfort, convenience, and value that will be appreciated for years to come.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2150
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Negotiable
Roof Asphalt
Zoning NC10
HOA Fee 45.00
Garage Spaces 1.00
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Brick Vinyl Siding Aluminum Siding
School District COLONIAL
Exclusions All Personal Property
Year Built 1977
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Natural Gas
Accessibility None
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County NEW CASTLE
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA Y
Subdivision Name THE WOODS
Garage Y/N Y
Water Access Y/N N
Other Structures Above Grade Below Grade
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions From Churchmans Rd turn into The Woods subdivision onto Iroquois Ct. Turn right onto E Seneca Dr. Property is on the right.
City NEWARK
Disclosures Prop Disclosure Lead Based Paint - State Radon
Association Name WOODS CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Senior Community Y/N N
MLS Area Newark/Glasgow (30905)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 8712.00
Tax Annual Amount 3266.0
Property Condition Very Good
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N N
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 244.19
Acceptable Financing Cash Conventional FHA VA
Vacation Rental Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Legal Subdivision THE WOODS SEC III
Tax Lot 142
Association Recreation Fee N
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InteriorHeating Fuel Natural Gas
Basement Full
Total Fireplaces 1
Hot Water Electric
Basement (Y/N) Y
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 2150
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Y
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Room Type Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Family Room Bedroom 1 Sun/Florida Room Laundry Full Bath
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorPool No Pool
Water Source Public
Garage Features Garage - Front Entry
Type of Parking Attached Garage Driveway
Foundation Details Other
Water View Y/N N
Lot Dimensions 80.00 x 120.00
Lot Size Acres 0.20
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N N
Land Assessed Value 73200.00
Navigable Water Y/N N
Water Oriented Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByBhhs Fox & Roach - HockessinBroker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,315
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $272
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 7/17/2026 | $525,000 | | Listed Price |