Date
Details
Price
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Source
10/04/2026
Listed
$3,400
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MLS
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Property Description
Beautiful, meticulously maintained detached home in the conveniently located community of Chestnut Hill Preserve! At just five years old, this home feels practically new and offers an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank flooring and 9-foot ceilings throughout the first floor. The spacious kitchen features upgraded countertops, stainless steel appliances, a tile backsplash, gas cooking, and a center island with bar seating. The dining room connects seamlessly to the kitchen and living room, where a cozy stone gas fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere. A main-floor office and mudroom add everyday convenience.Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet and a private bathroom with a double vanity and Roman shower featuring dual showerheads and a built-in bench. Three additional generously sized bedrooms and an upper-level laundry room with ample storage complete the second floor. The partially finished lower level includes a recreation room, full bathroom, and a large unfinished storage area. Abundant natural light and overhead lighting brighten the home throughout. Additional highlights include a two-car garage with keyless entry, a charming front porch with a porch swing, and peaceful back and side yards with a low-maintenance deck. Finished basement is perfect for playroom or recreation. This lovely home offers comfort, style, and convenience! The landlord requires all rental applicants to have a gross monthly income of at least four times the monthly rent and a credit score above 700. No pets. No smoking. This house has solar panel, the electricity usage is very low.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1739 Mel Ln
General
- Rent: $3,400
- HOA FEE: $94/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2112440
- Updated: Today (10/4/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 60
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Great Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
- Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Oven - Self Cleaning, Microwave, Dryer - Front Loading, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Water Heater - Tankless, Washer - Front Loading, Stainless Steel Appliances, Disposal, Dryer - Electric
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Surveillance Sys, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Location
- Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: CHESTNUT HILL PRESERVES
- Driving Directions: GPS
- Direction Faces: Southwest
School Information
- School District: Christina
- High School: Newark
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: CHESTNUT HILL PRESERVE
- Assoc. Fees Include: Lawn Maintenance, Trash
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, 60+ Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Full, Improved, Heated, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Windows
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane, Screens
- Doors: Six Panel
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,250
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,250 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,250 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 80%
- Year Built: 2020
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,454
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: S
- Lot Description: Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing (Description): Electric
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.05
- Association Fee: $94
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Application Fee: $50
- Move In Fee: Yes
- Move In Fee: $3,400
- Security Deposit: $3,400
- Tax w/Assessment: $549,500
- Tenant Pays: Utilities - All
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3250
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
- Inclusions: washer, dryer, refrigerator
Listed by RE/MAX Edge, Juliet Wei Zhang
Schools
Schools serving 1739 Mel Ln
School District:Christina School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School 142 Brennen Drive, Newark, DE 19713 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Kirk (George V.) Middle School 140 Brennen Drive, Newark, DE 19713 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Newark High School 750 East Delaware Avenue, Newark, DE 19711 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 1739 Mel Ln
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 10 days ago
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 3,300Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 3,925Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,125Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 3,925Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,310Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,775Sq. Ft.
- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,250Sq. Ft.
1739 Mel Lane, Newark, DE 19713 (MLS# DENC2112440) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1739 Mel Lane is currently listed for rent at $3,400 and was received on October 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 1739 Mel Lane? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Brookside? You can browse all Brookside rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.