256 S Dillwyn Road, Newark, DE 19711 - Photo 1

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$400,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,850 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 256 S Dillwyn, nestled in quiet but convenient neighborhood Windy Hills! This four bedroom one and a half bath home is turn key and ready for its new owners. Step inside to be greeted by a landing with gleaming hardwood floors, leading you to the open living room which offers plenty of natural light and easy access to the kitchen in dining room. The kitchen has been outfitted with stone countertops, modern cabinets, newer appliances and stylish backsplash. There are sliding glass doors to the rear deck which offers a perched view of the neighborhood. On the main level there are also 3 bedrooms and a hall bath, offering new tile and vanity. On the lower level of the home there is a large family room/den, an additional bedroom, and a half bath. Don't forget to see the massive two car garage! The home is located a short walk from the University of Delaware, tons of shopping/dining options, and just a few minutes drive to I-95. There are also ample parks nearby and natural scenes. Schedule a tour today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 256 S Dillwyn Rd

General

Sold For: $400,000
Taxes: $2,364 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2086120
Added to Site: 182 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 7
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 3
Bedrooms Lower: 1
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, 14 x 11, Upper 1
Primary Bedroom 2: Primary Bedroom, Unspecified
Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1, 13 x 10, Upper 1
Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2, 12 x 10, Upper 1

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room, 16 x 14, Main
Family Room: Family Room, 23 x 13, Lower 1
Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Electric Cooking, 11 x 11, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room, 12 x 10, Main
Laundry: Lower Floor

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Oversized

Location

Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
County: New Castle
Development Name: Windy Hills
Subdivision: Windy Hills
Cross Streets: Halifax
Driving Directions: Kirkwood to Dillwyn

School Information

School District: Christina
High School: Newark

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

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

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Ranch/Rambler
Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Brick, Asbestos
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full
Foundation: Block
Roof: Shingle
Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,850
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,850 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,094 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1964
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,970
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 65.00 x 110.00
Street/Road Desc.: Black Top
Lot Features: Rear Yard, Sloping
Zoning: NC6.5
Lot Description: Rear Yard, Sloping
Fencing (Description): Chain Link

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $365.63
Assessment Year: 2024
School Tax: $1,894
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $470
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $58,400
Tax Amount: $2,364
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1850

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Homeowner Personal Property
Lot Number: 81

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Schools

Schools serving 256 S Dillwyn Rd

School District:Christina School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School 300 Saint Regis Drive, Newark, DE 19711	PK-5	1.5 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School 1500 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE 19711	6-8	0.7 mi
Newark High School 750 East Delaware Avenue, Newark, DE 19711	9-12	1.5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 256 S Dillwyn Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/17/2025

Sold

$400,000

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MLS

7/18/2025

Listed

$400,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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256 S Dillwyn Road, Newark, DE 19711 (MLS# DENC2086120) is a Single Family property that was sold at $400,000 on September 17, 2025. This property was sold by Jeffrey "Jeff" Custis from our Wilmington Office.Want to learn more about 256 S Dillwyn Road? 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.

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