Welcome to 203 Wilson Drive in Newark’s highly regarded community of Oaklands. This pristine and meticulously maintained home offers the very best of everything. Sitting on a lovely corner lot surrounded by nature, highlights include a bright & open flow, hardwood floors and wood-burning fireplace, beautifully updated kitchen & baths, 5 spacious bedrooms with a flexible lower level to suit whatever your needs require, a beautiful outdoor living and entertaining space, and a prime Newark location. Step inside this home to the spacious foyer with lovely hardwood floors. Flow into the bright & cozy family room with large bay window and floor-to-ceiling brick wood-burning fireplace with custom built-ins on either side. The adjoining dining room is perfect for every occasion and it opens to the airy and updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling and featuring 42-inch maple cabinetry, neutral tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and the perfect eat-in breakfast nook. From this space, extend your living, dining, relaxing, and entertaining outside to the multi-level outdoor living spaces including the 19x18 deck with built-in lighting and two patios. Back inside, the hardwood floors extend upstairs to the upper level which hosts 4 bedrooms (each with a ceiling fan), and two full baths including the primary en-suite bathroom, and a full hall bath with double vanity and linen closet. The lower level of this home offers endless possibilities, based on your needs. With a separate outside entrance, a large living room, bedroom, and full bath, you can make this your owners’ retreat, a guest space, in-law suite, entertaining space, or whatever your needs require. Bonus features include a BRAND NEW roof, just installed! Close to everything this area has to offer including parks, schools, community pools, downtown Newark and its renowned restaurants and nightlife, the University of Delaware, and major routes for commuting. Be sure to View the Virtual Tour and Floor Plans and Schedule a Showing Today!
Sold for $525,000 on 05/14/25
$525,000
203 Wilson Rd, Newark, DE 19711
5beds
2,491sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.36 Acres Lot
$549,200 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$3,396 Estimated rent
Home value
$549,200
$494,000 - $610,000
$3,396/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 14, 2025 at 11:49am
Listed by:
Michael McKee 610-247-9154,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Listing Team: Mckee Kubasko Group, Co-Listing Team: Mckee Kubasko Group,Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth L Mckee 610-420-1686,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Mario Ciccarelli, 366536
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2076650
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 1
- Level: Lower
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Dry Wall, Block Walls, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Wood
- Windows: Casement, Window Treatments
- Basement: Interior Entry,Space For Rooms,Unfinished,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,491
- Total interior livable area: 2,491 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,075
- Finished area below ground: 416
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Oversized, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Flood Lights, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 137.30 x 132.10
- Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, SideYard(s), Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 18019.00083
- Zoning: 18RS
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newark
- Subdivision: Oaklands
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2025 | Sold | $525,000$211/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2076650 | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Pending sale | $525,000$211/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2076650 | ||
| 3/24/2025 | Contingent | $525,000$211/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2076650 | ||
| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+31.3%$211/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2076650 | ||
| 11/9/2008 | Listing removed | $399,900$161/sqft |
Source: Point2 #5407133 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $403,700 +337.9% |
| 2024 | $3,416 +2.5% | $92,200 |
| 2023 | $3,334 +1.1% | $92,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oaklands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Downes (John R.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Shue-Medill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 3/10Newark High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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