325 Paper Mill Road, Newark, DE 19711-2254 $299,900

Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,025
Acreage: 1.44
Age:155 years
Style:
Other
MLS#: DENC2075770
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to this charming older farmhouse, nestled on an exceptional 1.44-acre lot, just a stone's throw away from the University of Delaware. Currently set up as a duplex, this property offers a fantastic opportunity to create a single-family home or explore its potential for other uses. The house, while requiring some attention, is full of character and offers plenty of space for those with a vision to bring it back to its full potential. The large, open lot provides ample room for outdoor activities, gardening, or future expansions, making it a rare find in such a prime location. The seller is offering this property as-is and invites prospective buyers to do their own research regarding the possible uses for both the house and the land. Whether you're looking to restore a piece of history or explore other possibilities, this farmhouse is a unique opportunity not to be missed. Please see agent remarks for additional information.

Taxes: $2,794
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Christina

Features

Utilities
Other, Central A/C, Electric, Public Water, Public Septic

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Additional Storage Area, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Unfinished Basement

Exterior
Frame Exterior, Stone Exterior

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Public Elementary (22 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.06 mi
West Park Place Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.44 mi
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.52 mi
Brookside Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.07 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.42 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.49 mi
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.53 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 2.58 mi
Christina Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool Newark 2.59 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.64 mi
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.86 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 3.34 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.64 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 3.69 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.94 mi
Heritage Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.07 mi
Linden Hill Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.21 mi
Cecil Manor Elementary Cecil County Public Schools Preschool–5 Elkton 4.27 mi
Academia Antonia Alonso Academia Antonia Alonso K–6 Newark 4.48 mi
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.58 mi
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.8 mi
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.97 mi

Public Middle (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.42 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 2.43 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 2.52 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 2.58 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.64 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 2.88 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 3.34 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.64 mi
Skyline Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.03 mi

Public High (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Newark High School Christina School District 9–12 Newark 0.99 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.42 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 2.58 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.64 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 3.34 mi
Christiana High School Christina School District 6–12 Newark 3.45 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 3.64 mi
Glasgow High School Christina School District 9–12 Newark 4.28 mi
Dickinson (John) School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.77 mi

Private (14 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
University Of Delaware Lab Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 1.31 mi
The College School Nonsectarian 2–8 Newark 1.31 mi
Newark Center For Creative Learning Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 1.47 mi
Holy Angels School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Newark 1.54 mi
Towle Institute Christian (no specific denomination) 4–12 Newark 2.45 mi
Islamic Academy Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 3.08 mi
Tarbiyah Islamic School Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 3.5 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 3.69 mi
Tarbiyah School Islamic Preschool–9 Newark 3.71 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 3.82 mi
The Independence School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Newark 4.12 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 4.23 mi
The New School Nonsectarian Ungraded Newark 4.45 mi
Limestone Hills Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.84 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Newark (19711), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 24
  • Average salary of people in this community: $56,169

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,919
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.57
  • Households w/ Children: 42%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 12,474 (58.6%)
  • Rented: 7,209 (33.9%)
  • Vacant: 1,592 (7.5%)
  • Total: 21,275

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 52,547
Households: 19,683
Median Age: 35.20

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.6%
  • Some High School: 3.0%
  • High School Graduate: 21.4%
  • Some College: 16.4%
  • Associate Degree: 8.3%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 26.5%
  • Graduate Degree: 22.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $77,188

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,016
  • One Bedroom: $1,049
  • Two Bedroom: $1,261
  • Three Bedroom: $1,617
  • Four Bedroom: $1,853

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Alliance Realty , (302) 323-9900, don@donash.com

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325 Paper Mill Road, Newark, DE 19711-2254

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