79 MADISON DRIVE
Newark, DE 19711
$249,900
Welcome to 79 Madison Drive, a move-in-ready four-bedroom home offering space, flexibility, and a convenient Newark location. Situated on a desirable corner lot, the property features a fully fenced in large side yard, rear off-street parking, and adjacent storage sheds providing additional space and everyday convenience. Home is being sold as-is.
With four bedrooms and a legal rental designation, the home offers excellent versatility for a primary residence, a University of Delaware rental, or a buyer looking for a property with future income potential. Its proximity to the University of Delaware makes the layout especially appealing, while still providing the comfort and functionality of a traditional single-family home.
Enjoy easy access to downtown Newark, shopping, dining, parks, public transportation, and major commuter routes. Whether used as a primary residence or as a well-positioned rental property, 79 Madison Drive offers a compelling combination of location, outdoor space, parking, storage, and long-term flexibility.
Listing Courtesy of: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
302-229-9261
| Standard Status: | Active |
|---|---|
| Mls Number: | DENC2112456 |
| List Price: | $249,900 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Architectural Style: | Colonial |
| Year Built: | 1953 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.14 |
| Living Area Sqft: | 1,550 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $2,661 |
| Subdivision Name: | College Park |
| School District Name: | CHRISTINA |
| County: | New Castle |
| Bedrooms Count: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Basement Yn: | Yes |
| Basement Type: | Full, Fully Finished |
| Flooring Type: | Wood, Fully Carpeted |
| Foundation Details: | Block |
| Exterior Features: | Sidewalks |
| Heating Type: | Forced Air |
| Cooling Type: | Central A/C |
| Interior Features: | Skylight(s) |
| Cooling Fuel: | Electric |
| Heating Fuel: | Oil |
| Hot Water: | Electric |
| Water Source: | Public |
| County Tax: | $102.00 |
| School Tax: | $1,997.00 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Zoning: | 18RR |
| Inclusions: | Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator |
| Road Responsibility: | City/County |
| View: | Trees/Woods |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Transportation: | Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile |
| Legal Subdivision: | NEWARK |
| Room Type: | Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Half Bath |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Agency |
| Frequency: | Annually |
| Financing Types: | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA |
| Mls List Date: | 2026-10-08 |
| Expected On Market Date: | 2026-10-08 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 4403 |
| Possession: | Immediate, 0-30 Days CD |
| School District Key: | 300200396890 |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,130 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Finished Area: | 420 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source: | Assessor |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Construction Materials: | Brick |
| Accessibility Features: | None |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source: | Assessor |
| Living Area Source: | Assessor |
| Year Built Source: | Assessor |
| Property Condition: | Very Good |
| Lower Level1 Bedrooms: | 1 |
| Lower Level1 Half Baths: | 1 |
| Upper Level1 Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Upper Level1 Full Baths: | 1 |
| Story Types: | Lower 1, Main, Upper 1 |
| Type: | Interior Row/Townhouse |
| Central Air Yn: | Yes |
| Lower Level1 Total Baths: | 1.0 |
| Upper Level1 Total Baths: | 1.0 |
| Lower Levels Total Baths: | 1 |
| Lower Levels Total Bedrooms: | 1 |
| Lower Levels Total Half Baths: | 1 |
| Upper Levels Total Baths: | 1 |
| Upper Levels Total Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Upper Levels Total Full Baths: | 1 |
| Type Of Parking: | Driveway |
| Total Garage And Parking Spaces: | 4 |
| Below Grade Area Total: | 420 |
| Source Of Measure Bg: | Assessor |
| Area Total: | 1,550 |
| Source Of Measure: | Assessor |
| Assessment Year: | 2025 |
| In City Limits Yn: | Yes |
| City Town Tax: | $562.00 |
| City Tax Frequency: | Annually |
| County Tax Frequency: | Annually |
| Tax Assessment Amount: | $235,800.00 |
| Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: | 1,550 |
| Zoning Description: | Residential |
| Listing Tax: | 18-025.00-009 |
| Auto Update Tax Data Yn: | Yes |
| Special Listing Conditions: | Standard |
| Fencing: | Privacy |
| Lot Features: | Corner, Level, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 44 X 156 |
| Lot Size Source: | Assessor |
| Lot Size Units: | Square Feet |
| Pets Allowed: | No Pet Restrictions |
| Pool Types: | No Pool |
| Road Surface Type: | Black Top |
| Laundry Types: | Lower Floor |
| Pets Allowed Yn: | Yes |
| Electric: | Circuit Breakers |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Rooms Total: | 9 |
| Municipal Trash Yn: | Yes |
| Price Per Square Foot: | $221.15 |
| Short Sales: | No |
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