Sold for $329,542 on 05/15/25
$329,542
1 Malvina Ln, Newark, DE 19713
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$339,300 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$2,287 Estimated rent
Home value
$339,300
$305,000 - $377,000
$2,287/mo
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Waiting on signatures. This expanded Ranch home has been lovingly maintained by its original owners and offers a great opportunity for its new owners to refresh & make it their own! Home is being sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS to satisfy a Trust. Although No known repairs are needed, No repairs will be made by the Sellers. There are numerous special customizations each hand crafted decades ago but still convenient &/or useful now, such as the multi-tiered built-ins at the front door w/ glass door, custom floor-to-ceiling china cabinet w/ glass doors & covered storage, built-in display shelving at Fireplace, corner sky-light w/ decorative wood accents, home office w/ custom shelving & built-ins, Closets w/ custom shelving/storage systems & more! Your experience touring this great home starts w/ the exterior highlights including the expanded driveway, dimensional roof, cedar siding, brick lined landscape beds, mature shade tree & a custom paver patio leading to the front door! Entry Foyer offers vinyl flooring, double coat closet & custom built-in display cabinet. To the right is the home's formal Living Rm featuring cathedral ceiling, brick fireplace w/ 2-sided mantel display, great natural light, ceiling fan & open to the Dining Area offers ample space for your table/chairs for both day-to-day or entertaining, beautiful custom China Cabinet, chair molding & extra light from the nearby sky light! The enormous Great Rm/Fam Rm adds over 600 sq ft of additional living space & features cathedral ceiling, crown molding, transom windows, 2 ceiling fans, loads of windows & a custom made cabinet w/ countertop for both display & storage options. This Great Rm also has it's own sub-panel for electric service & is truly the focus of the home w/ amazing natural light & offers so many opportunities to customize! The Kitchen features plenty of storage & counter space w/ solid wood cabinets (several 42" cabinets), double sink below the pass-thru opening to Fam Rm Addition, updated fridge & deep pantry/utility closet w/ loads of storage space! The Primary Br is spacious w/ great natural light & features ceiling fan, WIC and a private full bath w/ corner shower stall & pedestal sink. Both add'l Bedrooms are great sizes & each offer ceiling fans and double closets. The 2nd full bath features a tiled tub/shower, vanity sink w/ extra counter, window for fresh air & updated lighting & sink fixtures. Looking for more space? Head thru the French Doors betw the Dining Area & Great Rm to check out the huge screened porch overlooking the patio areas, fenced backyard, 2 sheds & featuring a custom closet perfect for storing patio furniture cushions or other warm-weather items in the off season! Rounding off the home's amenities is a convenient Home Office off the Living Rm featuring loads of shelves & built-ins as well as access to the Garage which offers pull down stairs to addl attic storage, a work bench & loads of shelving & hooks for hanging storage! This home offers so much space & has so many great features! A little sweat equity of fresh paint, flooring & updating will transform this lovely home & add so much value! Conveniently located near loads of shopping, dining & entertainment spots! And just off major routes 273 & 4 makes it a breeze to get to N/S I-95, the Christiana Hosp, UD Campus, Christiana Mall & Fashion Center as well as so much more! UST was professionally abandoned in 2016 - see DNREC & Contractor Docs posted in MLS. Put this great home on your next tour! See it! Love it! Buy it! Before someone beats you to it!
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: May 15, 2025 at 12:06pm
Listed by:
Steve Freebery 302-420-8606,
EXP Realty, LLC,
Listing Team: Team Freebery, Co-Listing Team: Team Freebery,Co-Listing Agent: Karen A Freebery 302-530-0387,
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Jacquie Bahr, RS0037706
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2078194
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 594 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 22
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 12
Office
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated, Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Transom, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Screen, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,900
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Built In, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Private, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Patio, Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 7,841 sqft
- Dimensions: 66.40 x 122.10
- Features: Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 09022.30319
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Cedar, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Newark
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill Estates
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2025 | Sold | $329,542$173/sqft |
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| 4/2/2025 | Pending sale | $329,542+1.4%$173/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Listing removed | $325,000$171/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$171/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $351,800 +579.2% |
| 2024 | $1,345 +3.2% | $51,800 |
| 2023 | $1,303 +2.7% | $51,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill Estates
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Kirk (George V.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Christiana High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Christina
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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