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Property Description
Endless Possibilities on 3.81 Acres in Newark! Discover the potential of this three-bedroom expanded ranch home, featuring a durable Permastone exterior and situated on a spacious 3.81-acre parcel. Whether you're dreaming of creating a private homestead, accommodating multi-generational living, or exploring future development opportunities, this property offers an exciting canvas for your vision. The parcel runs parallel to Richards Lane in Newark and may present potential for re-zoning and townhouse development. According to Greg Friedman of NCC Land Use, the property appears on the Future Land Use Map as eligible for rezoning. Buyers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence and confirming all zoning, subdivision, land-use, development, and building possibilities with NCC Land Use and all applicable authorities. With an appraised value of $625,000 and a list price of $599,900, this is an opportunity to acquire a substantial property with both immediate residential possibilities and intriguing future potential. Bring your vision and explore what may be possible! Home is in need of repairs and is being sold as-is, where is, with no warranties expressed or implied.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1905 Capitol Tr
General
- Price: $599,900
- Taxes: $4,592 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2109352
- Updated: 8/18/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Bonus Room
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
- Driving Directions: I95 South to 273 exit towards Newark. Take right on Harmony Road, follow to Kirkwood Highway. Property straight ahead, on opposite side of Kirkwood Highway.
- Location Details: Highway
School Information
- School District: Christina
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,956
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,956 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,956 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1952
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Below Average
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 3.81
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 165,964
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Frontage Feet: 140
- Street/Road Desc.: Black Top
- Zoning: NC65
- Lot Description: Level, Partly Wooded, Subdivision Possible
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $306.7
- School Tax: $3,854
- County Tax: $738
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $457,300
- Tax Amount: $4,592
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: None
- Inclusions: Entire contents of home, detached garage and outbuildings. All as-is, where is
Listed by Patterson-Schwartz-Newark, Michelle Torbert
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Schools
Schools serving 1905 Capitol Tr
School District:Christina School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School 14 Forge Road, Newark, DE 19711 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Shue-Medill Middle School 1500 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE 19711 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Newark High School 750 East Delaware Avenue, Newark, DE 19711 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1905 Capitol Tr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/15/2026
Listed
$599,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1905 Capitol Tr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
-100%
$457,300
467%
2024
$2
100%
$80,600
—
2023
100%
$80,600
—
2022
100%
$80,600
—
2021
-100%
$80,600
—
2019
$206
-93%
$80,600
—
2019
$2,806
6%
$80,600
—
2017
$2,636
—
$80,600
—
2016
$2,629
14%
$80,600
—
2013
$2,315
—
$80,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1905 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE 19711 (MLS# DENC2109352) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1905 Capitol Trail is currently listed for $599,900 and was received on August 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1905 Capitol Trail? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newark? You can browse all Newark real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

