86 Kells Ave, Newark, DE 19711

Make an appointment now to tour this charming brick Colonial home located in the heart of Newark, just one block from the University of Delaware main campus and also minutes from the STAR CAMPUS and Main Street dining/shopping. The owners have maintained original features including hardwood floors, chair rail molding and brick exterior while adding fresh neutral paint (2019), heat on the third floor (2019), new architectural shingled roof (2001), replacement windows and new doors (2014), central air installed (2009), family room/kitchen addition (1983) and large detached garage added (2002) and whole house surge protector.~ The first floor easily flows from one room to the next with an open living room and dining room combination, and an open concept kitchen and family room. An oversize island is the heart of the kitchen with seating for four, dishwasher, refrigerator & range. A full bath and screened in porch complete the first floor.~~A rear patio provides a relaxing setting with a bounty of plantings. The second floor has 2 bedrooms, an updated full bathroom and a study/bedroom with access to the third/fourth bedroom on the third floor. Separate garage with abundant storage and automatic garage door opener. The laundry is located in the unfinished partial basement and even has an original shower stall and toilet. Fabulous garden with specimen trees, flowering shrubs, perennial flowers and bulbs provide color and beauty throughout the year. Easy access to the STAR Campus, Newark Regional Transportation Center, I95 and route 896, recreational facilities including nearby Kells and Lewis Parks with playgrounds & picnic areas and James F Hall walking/biking trail and world class shopping at the Christiana Mall & Christiana Fashion Center.