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$663,500 Sale Pending

  • For Sale
  • Pending
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,350 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod home in the desirable community of Thistleberry Farms. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by a stunning two-story foyer and rich hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the main level. The inviting sunken family room features a vaulted ceiling and a charming brick fireplace, creating a warm and comfortable gathering space. This room opens effortlessly to the formal dining room, making it ideal for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. At the center of the home is the thoughtfully designed eat-in kitchen, complete with granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, a breakfast nook, and a peninsula with seating. The kitchen flows openly into the family room and provides direct access through glass doors to the rear Timber-Tek deck and paver patio-perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy peaceful views of the private backyard, complete with a serene koi pond and landscape lighting. The main-level primary suite offers both comfort and convenience, featuring a spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a beautifully updated, luxurious bathroom. Highlights include heated tile floor, a double vanity and a stunning frameless tiled walk-in shower. Upstairs, you'll find even more space to enjoy, including a versatile study and three additional bedrooms. These rooms share a fully renovated hall bath that truly stands out, featuring a vaulted ceiling with skylights, double vanity, heated herringbone tile flooring, and a beautifully finished tub/shower combination. Additional features include a two-car garage and an unfinished lower level, offering abundant storage or future expansion potential. Lovingly cared for and ideally located, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and modern updates-all in a sought-after community. Location convenient to shopping, restaurants, and many state and county parks - great for hiking, biking, picnicking, etc.

Full Property Details for 538 Penn Manor Dr

General

  • Price: $663,500
  • HOA FEE: $17/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $5,563 (2025)
  • Status: Pending
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: DENC2101208
  • Updated: 5/3/2026
  • Added to Site: 27 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Study
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Brick, Double Sided
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage Description: Inside Access

Location

  • Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • Subdivision: THISTLEBERRY FARMS
  • Driving Directions: please use gps

School Information

  • School District: Red Clay Consolidated

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: PENN MANOR MAINTENANCE CORP
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Block
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 2,350
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 2,350 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,350 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 21,780
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Zoning: NC21

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $282.34
  • Association Fee: $200
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $4,419
  • County Tax: $967
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $613,700
  • Tax Amount: $5,563
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2350

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • Lot Number: 106

Listed by Compass, Janet C. Patrick and Compass, Susan D Gibson

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— 538 Penn Manor Dr —

  • Janet C. Patrick

    Compass

  • Susan D Gibson

    Compass

Listing Office Email: ashley.hess@compass.com

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Schools serving 538 Penn Manor Dr

School District:Red Clay Consolidated School District
NameGradesDistance
North Star Elementary School
1340 Little Baltimore Road, Hockessin, DE 19707
K-51 mi
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
735 Meeting House Road, Hockessin, DE 19707
6-83.4 mi
Dickinson (John) High School
1801 Milltown Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
9-123.9 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 538 Penn Manor Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
5/03/2026
Price Increased
$663,500
10.6%
MLS
5/01/2026
Listed
$599,900
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Tax History for 538 Penn Manor Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
-100%
$613,700
378%
2024
$4,919
13%
$128,400
—
2023
$4,363
100%
$128,400
—
2022
-100%
$128,400
—
2021
$4,382
—
$128,400
—
2020
$4,383
3%
$128,400
—
2017
$4,256
5%
$128,400
—
2016
$4,048
-8%
$128,400
—
2019
$4,377
15%
$128,400
—
2015
$3,804
8%
$128,400
—
2014
$3,534
2%
$128,400
—
2013
$3,470
—
$128,400
—
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538 Penn Manor Drive, Newark, DE 19711 (MLS# DENC2101208) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 538 Penn Manor Drive is currently listed for $663,500 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 538 Penn Manor Drive? 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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