Property
Beds
5
Full Baths
2
1/2 Baths
1
Year Built
1962
Sq.Footage
1,969
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.
Features & Amenities
Interior
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Total Bedrooms
5
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Bathrooms
2
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1/2 Bathrooms
1
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Above Grade Finished Area
1969.0
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Basement YN
YES
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Cooling YN
YES
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Cooling
Central Air, Electric
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Fireplace YN
YES
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Heating YN
YES
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Heating
Natural Gas, Central
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Main Level Bedrooms
5
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Pet friendly
N/A
Exterior
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Garage
Yes
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Garage spaces
1
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Construction Materials
Asbestos, Vinyl Siding
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Parking
On Street, Garage, Attached
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Pool
No
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Waterfront YN
NO
Area & Lot
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Lot Size(acres)
0.34
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Lot Size(square feet)
14,810
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Property Type
Residential
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Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
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Architectural Style
Colonial
Price
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Sales Price
$498,000
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Tax Amount
$3,234
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Sq. Footage
1,969
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Price/SqFt
$252
HOA
-
Association
No
School District
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Elementary School
DOWNES
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Middle School
SHUE-MEDILL
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High School
NEWARK
Property Features
-
New Construction
NO
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Foundation Details
Block
-
Senior Community YN
NO
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Sewer
Public Sewer
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Location
County
NEW CASTLE
Elementary School
DOWNES
Middle School
SHUE-MEDILL
High School
NEWARK
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