26 Forest Ridge, Newark, DE 19711-6024 $665,000

Open House: Fri, Apr 18, 5:00PM-7:00PM
Beds/Baths: 4/2.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,950
Acreage: 0.53
Age:36 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: DENC2079776
Subdivision: Creek Landing
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to this beautifully crafted Colonial-style residence, offering timeless elegance and modern comfort throughout its spacious 2,950 square feet. Nestled on a picturesque half-acre lot in the sought-after Creek Landing community, this 2-story home greets you with a grand 2-story foyer and a stunning curved staircase that sets the tone for refined living. The formal dining room features a charming bay window and detailed chair rail molding, perfect for memorable gatherings. A formal living room with custom built-ins and a double-sided gas fireplace with a classic mantel flows seamlessly into the impressive 2-story family room, where a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace creates a warm focal point. Sliders lead to the rear deck, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. The kitchen is a true culinary haven with gleaming quartz countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, center island with cooktop and seating, natural light through the window at the sink, pantry, and space for casual dining that has a slider that leads to the rear deck. A main floor laundry room adds convenience, while the versatile main floor office, which can also serve as a fourth bedroom, is located near a well-placed powder room. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full hall bath, while the expansive owner's suite provides a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet, stackable washer and dryer, and a luxurious updated ensuite bath featuring a double shower, soaking tub, dual sinks, electric fireplace, and elegant tile flooring. Throughout the home, luxury vinyl plank flooring enhances the aesthetic and provides durability, great for pets. The basement level boasts tall ceilings, a large window, and a walk-out slider, offering endless possibilities for future finishing. Attached 2 Car Garage features coated floor, Electric Heater and additional storage space. The location puts you in close proximity of White Clay Creek Park, Christiana Hospital, Christiana Mall, University of Delaware and Main St. Newark. This exceptional property blends thoughtful design, spacious living, and unique floor plan to create a home that is both welcoming and impressive.

Primary Bed: 20 X 17 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 16 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 15 X 10 - Upper 1
Living Room: 18 X 18 - Main
Dining Room: 18 X 12 - Main
Family Room: 17 X 16 - Main
Kitchen: 14 X 14 - Main
Bedroom 4: 15 X 10 - Main
Laundry: 8 X 6 - Main

Taxes: $6,105
Home Assoc: $350/Annually
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Christina

Features

Community
HOA: Yes;

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Main Floor Laundry, Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Skylight(s), Full Basement, Unfinished Basement, Walkout Level Basement, Basement Windows, Tile/Brick Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Mantel(s), Double Sided Fireplace, Electric Fireplace, 2 Story Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior
Block Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Stucco Exterior, Deck(s)

Lot
Backs - Open Common Area, Irregular Lot, Sloping Lot, Partly Wooded Lot, Street View, Trees/Woods View, Split Rail Fence

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Public Elementary (26 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 0.36 mi
Heritage Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 1.04 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 1.12 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 1.12 mi
Linden Hill Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 1.45 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 1.8 mi
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.56 mi
Red Clay Early Years Program Red Clay Consolidated School District Preschool Wilmington 2.57 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.73 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.77 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.81 mi
Christina Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool Newark 2.88 mi
Brandywine Springs School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–8 Wilmington 3.24 mi
Brookside Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.45 mi
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.66 mi
North Star Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 3.72 mi
Academia Antonia Alonso Academia Antonia Alonso K–6 Newark 3.8 mi
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.8 mi
William F. Cooke Junior Elementary Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Hockessin 4.04 mi
West Park Place Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.3 mi
Marbrook Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.5 mi
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.54 mi
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.77 mi
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.83 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.97 mi

Public Middle (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Skyline Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 1.02 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 1.12 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 1.16 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 1.8 mi
Stanton Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 2.66 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.73 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.77 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 2.91 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 3.92 mi
Gateway Charter School Gateway Charter School 3–8 Wilmington 4.71 mi

Public High (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 1.12 mi
Dickinson (John) School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 1.74 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 1.8 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.73 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 2.77 mi
Newark High School Christina School District 9–12 Newark 3.05 mi
Christiana High School Christina School District 6–12 Newark 3.36 mi
McKean (Thomas) High School Red Clay Consolidated School District 9–12 Wilmington 3.55 mi
Delcastle Technical High School New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.04 mi

Private (19 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Towle Institute Christian (no specific denomination) 4–12 Newark 0.72 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 0.79 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 1.35 mi
Holy Angels School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Newark 1.57 mi
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.17 mi
The Independence School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Newark 2.22 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 2.31 mi
Limestone Hills Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 2.53 mi
Islamic Academy Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 2.62 mi
St John The Beloved School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 2.72 mi
Wilmington Junior Academy Seventh-Day Adventist Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.18 mi
University Of Delaware Lab Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 3.24 mi
The College School Nonsectarian 2–8 Newark 3.24 mi
Cacc Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Hockessin 3.96 mi
Newark Center For Creative Learning Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 4.14 mi
The Hockessin Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Hockessin 4.54 mi
Wilmington Christian School Inc. Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Hockessin 4.78 mi
Tarbiyah School Islamic Preschool–9 Newark 4.81 mi
Tarbiyah Islamic School Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 4.96 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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Listing Courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana , (302) 368-1621

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26 Forest Ridge, Newark, DE 19711-6024

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