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$475,000
Monthly Est:$2,364
5 Beds
- 3 Baths
2 full baths + 1 half bath
1,969sqft
24 Wakefield Dr, Newark, DE 19711
$475,000
$2,364/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
$-- HOA
14,810 sqft lot
$241/sq.ft
Description
Back on the market after the buyer’s contingency fell through. This was through no fault of the seller. Priced below its appraised value, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers!
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.
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- Listing updated: October 2, 2026 at 7:33 pm
- Listing Provided by: Oreanthy E Hionis-Bell (302) 584-3924 | Patterson-Schwartz-Newark (302) 733-7000
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: DENC2105822

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
1962
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
1,969 sqft
Lot Size
14,810 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
DENC2105822
MLS Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
Days on Market
57

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Heating
Central
Sewer
Public Sewer
Cooling
Central A/c
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Home type
Single Family Residence
Construction Materials
Asbestos, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details
Block
Architectural Style
Colonial
Utilities & Energy
Basement
Full
Water Source
Community
Other Features
Subdivision Name
Fairfield Crest
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/01/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $475,000 -3.06% $241/sqft |
09/17/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $490,000 -1.61% $249/sqft |
08/31/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $498,000 -2.35% $253/sqft |
06/27/2026 Source: | Off Market | $510,000 $259/sqft |
06/27/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $510,000 +82.14% $259/sqft |
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