24 Wakefield Dr, Newark, DE 19711
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Cassidon Realty
Listed by: oreanthy e hionis-bell
Office: patterson-schwartz-newark
MLS#:DENC2105822
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$490,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$248.86
About this home
Back on the market after the buyer’s contingency fell through. This was through no fault of the seller. Priced below its appraised value, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers!
Welcome to 24 Wakefield Drive in Newark’s sought-after Fairfield Crest community! This move-in-ready 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers beautifully updated ample living space on a generous .34-acre lot that backs to protected woodland adjoining White Clay Creek State Park, providing exceptional privacy, scenic views, and direct access to nature. The spacious layout offers flexibility for today’s lifestyle needs, including multigenerational living, a home office, guest space, or room to grow.
The interior has been meticulously updated and/or renovated, featuring a brand-new kitchen with mostly all new appliances, thoughtfully updated bathrooms, refinished and/or newly installed flooring throughout the first floor, new flooring in the basement, stylish new light fixtures, and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright, modern, and truly move-in-ready living environment. This is more than just a house—it’s a place where home is love and memories are ready to be made.
Ideally situated within the highly sought-after Newark Charter School 5-mile preference radius, this home is conveniently located near the University of Delaware, Newark Country Club, White Clay Creek State Park, shopping, dining, and major commuting routes. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance or a short stroll to the popular Fairfield Swim Club and Fairfield Park, offering neighborhood recreation, green space, playgrounds, and a true sense of community. Backing to protected parkland creates a peaceful natural setting while still providing easy access to everyday amenities and outdoor activities.
With five spacious bedrooms, generous living areas, and extensive interior improvements already completed, this Fairfield Crest home presents an exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready Colonial in one of Newark’s most desirable communities. Whether you’re searching for a home within the Newark Charter School preference radius, a property backing to protected woodland, easy access to White Clay Creek State Park and its trail system, or a beautifully updated home in a walkable neighborhood close to parks and the Fairfield Swim Club, 24 Wakefield Drive is ready to welcome its next owners....
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Home facts
- Year built:1962
- Subdivision & Development:FAIRFIELD CREST
- Listing ID #:DENC2105822
- Added:95 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 28, 2026 at 01:56 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Dining Description:Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom 3
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full
- Living area:1,969 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Central, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1962
- Building area:1,969 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.34 Acres
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Asbestos, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation Description:Block
- Levels:2 Stories
Schools
- High school:NEWARK
- Middle school:SHUE-MEDILL
- Elementary school:DOWNES
Utilities
- Water:Community
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$490,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$248.86
- Tax amount:$3,234 (2025)
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage - Front Entry, On Street
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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