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12 Hempsted Drive

Newark, DE 19711

4 beds
3 baths
3,900 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$141 per sqft
1970 build

One of the best locations in the desirable Fairfield community which is minutes from the University of Delaware and downtown Newark's shops, restaurants, and vibrant Main Street; within the 5-mile radius of the sought after Newark Charter School; close to White Clay State Park with expansive hiking and biking trails; near the Newark Country Club and Fairfield Park, which is located within the community and has tennis courts, full court basketball, a baseball field, and a community garden! This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac and backs up to a lovely tree line and woods offering a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. This is truly a premier location! As you approach the home you will appreciate the well-groomed and cared for property and landscaping and the excellent curb appeal. You can feel the pride of ownership immediately with the brick front, beautifully landscaped beds, two car garage, and the large four car driveway. Upon entering the home, you will appreciate the freshly painted, neutral colors, and the stunning newly refinished hardwood floors. The front door opens into a very generously sized foyer. The formal living room is just to the left and on the other side, you have the formal dining room which is open to the kitchen for easy pass through access. The kitchen has beautiful custom cabinetry, updated porcelain tile flooring, wonderful built ins, and plenty of space for an eat in kitchen table. Interior garage access is conveniently through the kitchen. The kitchen is also open to the family room on the other side which is generously sized, has a sizeable brick, wood burning fireplace, and wonderful windows which frame the view of the woods and wildlife just beyond. Through the family room is a fully enclosed three season room with access do the beautiful maintenance free deck just beyond. Both offer a wonderful place to sit with your cut of coffee or after dinner beverage and enjoy nature, birds and wildlife that makes this backyard so special. On the other side of the home from the kitchen and fireplace, you will find the primary bedroom complete with a separate office space, two closets, and its own private full bath which was recently remodeled with a gorgeous new vanity with a marble top, stunning new fixtures, and beautiful ceramic tile. The remaining three bedrooms are HUGE and are located upstairs with a shared hallway bathroom that has also been remodeled with new lighting, new vanity, new flooring and fixtures. Additional features include a finished basement and a separate storage/utility room, plenty of space for a great room/entertaining space. Be sure to put this home on your tour today, it truly has everything anyone could want – a premier location within a highly sought after neighborhood, with plenty of amenities, a beautiful back yard oasis, stunning fresh paint, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, lovely, updated kitchen and bathrooms plus a superb sunroom for extra living space. Once you see this property, you will surely want to call it home.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 10, 2025 •

MLS# DENC2082644 —

The Building

Year Built:

1970
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick, Vinyl Siding
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Cape Cod, Traditional
Levels:

1.5
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Block
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished
Basement Finished Percent:

60.0
Basement Footprint Percent%

100.0
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

3900
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

3900

Interior

Interior Features:

Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Brick, Mantel(s), Wood
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

3900
Living Area SqFt:

3,900 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Immediate

Location

Directions:

Rt. 896 to Cambridge Dr. to R. onto Hempsted Dr.
Cross Street:

Cambridge Dr.
Latitude:

39.69744000
Longitude:

-75.77152000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.50
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

50.00 x 201.70
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, No Thru Street
Lot SqFt:

21,780 Sqft
Inclusions:

Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, Garage shelving
Zoning:

18RS
In City Limits:

Yes
Outdoor Living Structures:

Deck(s), Enclosed
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

18-002.00-057
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

057
Tax Annual Amount:

$2,844
Tax Assessed Value:

$62,500
Year Assessed:

2024
School Tax:

2027.0
County Tax:

158.00
City/Town Tax:

659.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Bedrooms Main Level:

1
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Lower Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1.00
All Lower Levels Total Baths:

1
Lower Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Lower Level Half Baths:

1

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Electric
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Laundry Type:

Basement

Schools

School District Name:

Christina
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Fairfield
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No
Municipal Trash:

Yes

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

6
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

2
Driveway - # of Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$550,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,945
Taxes	$237
Insurance	$151
Utilities	$263 See report
Total	$3,596/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/9/25 Jun 9, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	BRIGHT	$550,000
6/4/25 Jun 4, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$550,000

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This house located in West Newark, Newark, DE 19711 is currently for sale for $550,000. 12 Hempsted Drive is a 3,900 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths. 12 Hempsted Drive is in the West Newark neighborhood of Newark and has a WalkScore® of 21, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Newark High School, Shue-Medill Middle School, and Downes Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT and BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq.

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