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Sold on 10/21/2024
  • Exterior
  • Entry Way
  • Living
  • Other
  • Kitchen
  • Bath
  • Bedroom

2 Poplar Ave, Newark, DE 19711

$330,000

Last sold 10/21/2024 for $320K

  • 2

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,350

    Sqft ($237/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 2 Poplar Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1946
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,276 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Charming & Affordable Cape Cod located just minutes from the University of Delaware. Recently refreshed, this home features many updates, including a newer roof and newer gas boiler, providing both comfort and peace of mind. The large rear fenced yard, rear deck, and an enclosed three-season sun porch with vaulted ceilings and access to the attached one-car garage make this a great choice for any First Time Home Buyer, anybody looking to Downsize, or even those who work at the University or in Downtown Newark and want to be near all the local and close by amenities offered. You will be within minutes of White Clay Creek State Park and the Middle Run Natural Areas for all the Biking & Hiking and exploring Nature you could ever want. The Front Covered Entry Way Deck is a pleasure before you even step inside. The Living Room & Dining Room, & both Bedrooms, showcase hardwood flooring. The spacious Living Room is filled with natural light and enhanced by a decorated gas fireplace framed by brick and wood paneling accents. The Dining Room also has plenty of light and will make a showcase for your furnishings. The kitchen is equipped with all necessary appliances, including gas cooking and plenty of counter space, a large pantry cabinet and room for a breakfast table or Baker’s Racks. The kitchen is complemented by charming arched entryways to the Butlers Pantry and to the Dining Room. The upstairs bedrooms are generously sized, each featuring dormer areas and multiple closets for ample storage. The full hall bathroom offers a relaxing jetted tub & tiled flooring. Bedroom 2 includes access to a Dormer Storage Area and a huge walk-up attic, which is fully floored for exceptional storage space. The upstairs hallway is bright and airy, complete with a large linen closet. Additional highlights include a basement w/French drain and sump pump. The classic cape is an attractive and ideal choice for those seeking a home with a spacious yard in an unbeatable location, at an affordable price! This home is a true gem, in a small neighborhood with a BIG LOCATION being so close to University of Delaware and all the nearby Parks this area offers. Call now for your tour because this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! This home is also located within the Newark Charter School 5-mile Radius.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Kathy L Melcher
Listing Office - Coldwell Banker Rowley Realtors
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#DENC2067956 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Window Unit(s), Electric
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style Cape Cod
Type Residential
Status Closed
SqFt 1350
Lot Size (SqFt) 8276
Lot Size (Acres) 0.19
County Tax 118.45, Annually
City/ Town Tax 461.08
School Tax 1500.66
Tax: Assessed Value 43700
Annual Property Tax 2080.19
Year Built 1946
Condition Good
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 1
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 2
Basement Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Other Room(s) Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Attic, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Basement
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Interior Features Attic, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Roof Architectural Shingle
Construction Vinyl Siding
Foundation Block
Garage Desc Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
# Garage Spaces 1
# Parking Spaces 2
# Attached Garage Spaces 1
Parking Desc Attached Garage, Driveway
# Driveway Spaces 1
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade
Fencing Fully
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Pool No Pool
Security Features Smoke Detector
Inclusions Concrete Sink In Basement Will Remain
Location
Subdivision LUMBROOK
Water Source Community
Senior Community (Y/N) N
School District CHRISTINA
Directions Route 72 To Woodlawn To Left On Poplar Or Capital Trail To Anna To Right On Woodlawn To Right On Poplar
Zoning 18RS
$330K
Range: $310K-$349K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $1,637/month
Gross rent multiplier: 16.3
  • Oct 2024
    Public Records
  • Oct 30, 2024 Sold
    $320,000
  • Oct 2024
    mls logo MLS # DENC2067956
  • Oct 21, 2024 Sold
    $320,000
  • Oct 18, 2024 Pending
  • Sep 24, 2024 Active
  • Sep 19, 2024 Listed
    $319,900 (+113.3%)
  • Aug 2017
    mls logo MLS # 6994965
  • Aug 24, 2017 Sold
    $150,000
  • Jul 31, 2017 Pending
  • Jul 17, 2017 Price Change
    $174,500 (-5.4%)
  • Jun 21, 2017 Price Change
    $184,500 (-5.1%)
  • Jun 5, 2017 Price Change
    $194,500 (+5.4%)
  • Jun 1, 2017 Listed
    $184,500 (+5.7%)
  • Aug 2017
    mls logo MLS # 1000065752
  • Aug 24, 2017 Sold
    $150,000 (-14.0%)
  • Jun 1, 2017 Listed
    $174,500 (+12.5%)
  • Sep 2007
    Public Records
  • Sep 4, 2007 Sold
    $155,142 (-28.2%)
  • Nov 2004
    Public Records
  • Nov 17, 2004 Sold
    $216,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $1,619 +2.5%
    $43,700
  • 2023
    $1,580 +1.1%
    $43,700
  • 2022
    $1,563 +2.6%
    $43,700
  • 2021
    $1,523 +3.0%
    $43,700
  • 2020
    $1,479 +14.1%
    $43,700
  • 2019
    $1,297 +2.4%
    $43,700
  • 2018
    $1,267 +3.4%
    $43,700
  • 2016
    $1,226 +11.6%
    $43,700
  • 2015
    $1,099
  • 2 Poplar Ave
    $320K
  • Lumbrook
  • 19711
    $490K +3% y/y
  • Newark
    $399K +3% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
16 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $311,000 3/1 900 0.05
4 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $441,000 3/1 2,000 0.05
20 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $374,000 4/1 1,725 0.06
3 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $329,000 3/1 875 0.07
1 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $443,000 4/2 2,025 0.07
5 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $393,000 3/2 1,400 0.07
7 1/2 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $465,000 3/2 2,100 0.08
9 Rose Cir, Newark, DE 19711 $278,000 2/1 675 0.08

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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6/10
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Christina School District
3/10
Shue-Medill Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Christina School District
2/10
Newark High School
public Grades 9-12
Christina School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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