68 E Shady Drive, Newark, DE 19713 - Photo 1

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$400,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,775 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage
Updated 12 days ago

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Property Description

SUMMER IS HERE Just in time for you to enjoy the fabulous backyard and amenities of this home! Expansive Deck with newer Pool and plenty of yard to run and play, garden, whatever you desire! This beautiful move-in ready, energy efficient home offers spacious and comfortable living spaces that combine modern updates with a functional floor plan perfect for today's lifestyle. The fully updated kitchen features attractive wood cabinetry with pull out spice cabinet, Corian countertops, tiled backsplash, updated stainless steel appliances, large pantry closet and room for your breakfast table. The Family Room has access to the main floor laundry room with utility sink and access to the oversized garage with workshop area and pull down stairs to the garage attic which affords even more storage space. The Living Room with Triple Windows has superb natural lighting and the adjoining dining room opens to the expansive deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard designed for relaxing or the ultimate in entertaining. For added enjoyment, the fire pit, all the patio furniture and gas BBQ are included! Upstairs you'll find four spacious bedrooms with generous closets, new neutral carpeting, and a wonderful full bath completely renovated in 2024. Major updates include heating and central air (2022), smart water heater (2021), replacement windows, attractive front and storm door, updated laminate flooring, newer interior Colonial style doors and attractive paint colors. Added attic insulation, and other energy-efficient improvements the seller has completed is how this home achieved its Certificate for the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Program which means important savings to you as the Buyer on your utilities! Ideally located near shopping, restaurants, parks, the University of Delaware, Christiana Hospital and major commuting routes, this move-in ready home offers the perfect combination of space, updates, and value. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours and enjoy the rest of summer in your delightful backyard! Room Sizes & Square Footages sited are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Photos have been edited to enhance images.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 68 E Shady Dr

General

Sold For: $400,000
Taxes: $3,012 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2106364
Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 11
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Full Bath, Half Bath
Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Above Ground
Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector

Exterior

Exterior Features: BBQ Grill, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 3
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized

Location

Area: Newark/Glasgow (30905)
County: NEW CASTLE
Subdivision: BREEZEWOOD II
Cross Streets: W. Shady Dr.
Driving Directions: Salem Church Rd to Gender Rd to Right on E. Shady Dr. to 1str Right On W. Shady Dr. then it turns back into E. Shady Drive.

School Information

School District: Christina

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV Available

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Windows: Low-E, Replacement, Screens
Doors: Sliding Glass, Storm
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,775
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,775 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,775 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1983
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,148
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 75.40 x 129.00
Zoning: NC6.5
Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $225.3
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $2,415
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $597
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $370,100
Tax Amount: $3,012
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1775

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Exterior Cameras, Wine Refrigerator, Extra Beverage Refrigerator
Inclusions: Patio Furniture, Fire Pit, BBQ, Workbench and Cabinets in Garage at no added value to contract sales price. Deck Surround Sound (as-is)
Lot Number: 8

Listed by Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors, Kathy Melcher
Sold by RE/MAX Point Realty, Jay G Shinn

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Schools

Schools serving 68 E Shady Dr

School District:Christina School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School 142 Brennen Drive, Newark, DE 19713	PK-5	1 mi
Christiana High School 190 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE 19713	9-12	0.5 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School 140 Brennen Drive, Newark, DE 19713	6-8	0.9 mi

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Price & Sales History for 68 E Shady Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/12/2026

Sold

$400,000

0.03%

MLS

7/02/2026

Listed

$399,900

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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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