69 W Cherokee Drive, Newark, DE 19713-3922 $399,900

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,650
Acreage: 0.16
Age:60 years
Style:
Bi-level, Traditional
MLS#: DENC2080754
Subdivision: Cherokee Woods
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached

Description

This is a one-of-a-kind home in Newark, tucked away in a quiet community with fewer than 50 homes and just steps from three schools. It offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, with a beautiful private backyard that opens to nature and greenery. As you walk in, you're welcomed by a brand-new custom front door and a warm hallway with updated vinyl plank flooring. To the right is a cozy living room with a custom-built electric fireplace and a mounted flat-screen TV that stays with the home. The space flows into the dining area and a fully updated kitchen featuring 42-inch cherry wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an electric stove. From the kitchen, you can step down into a spacious lower-level family room with more vinyl flooring and a built-in BOSE surround sound system, which is also included. Around the corner, there’s a small writing nook, a powder room, and a utility room. The laundry room has a sink and offers access to the garage and a convenient side door. You can also reach the deck directly from the kitchen, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find a refresh full bathroom. The primary bedroom is generously sized at 15 x 12 ft and comes with his and her wall to wall closets and hardwood flooring. Two additional bedrooms measure 12x10 and 10x11 This home has been carefully maintained and includes big-ticket upgrades like a new roof, gutters, siding, crown molding, and fresh paint, all done in 2024. The main electric wire and meter were also replaced by Delmarva Power this year. Everything is ready for you. Just pack your bags and move in. You’ll love the peaceful surroundings, the natural setting in the backyard, and the charm this home has to offer.

Taxes: $2,133
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Christina

Features

Utilities
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Driveway

Interior
Full Basement

Exterior
Asbestos Exterior, Brick Exterior

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Public Elementary (25 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.06 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 0.09 mi
Christina Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool Newark 0.19 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.22 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 0.98 mi
Brookside Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.01 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.79 mi
Academia Antonia Alonso Academia Antonia Alonso K–6 Newark 2.06 mi
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.26 mi
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.45 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 2.45 mi
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.51 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 2.52 mi
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.6 mi
West Park Place Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.77 mi
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.85 mi
Heritage Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.55 mi
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.58 mi
Red Clay Early Years Program Red Clay Consolidated School District Preschool Wilmington 4 mi
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.04 mi
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.12 mi
Oberle (William) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Bear 4.14 mi
Linden Hill Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.16 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 4.4 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 4.55 mi

Public Middle (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.06 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 0.2 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.22 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 0.98 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 1.21 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 1.56 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 2.45 mi
Skyline Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 3.61 mi
Stanton Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 4.16 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 4.4 mi

Public High (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.06 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 0.22 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 0.98 mi
Christiana High School Christina School District 6–12 Newark 1.04 mi
Newark High School Christina School District 9–12 Newark 1.57 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 2.45 mi
Glasgow High School Christina School District 9–12 Newark 3.52 mi
Dickinson (John) School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.14 mi
Newark Charter School Newark Charter School K–12 Newark 4.4 mi

Private (17 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Islamic Academy Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 0.75 mi
The College School Nonsectarian 2–8 Newark 1.42 mi
University Of Delaware Lab Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 1.42 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 1.63 mi
Holy Angels School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Newark 1.75 mi
Tarbiyah School Islamic Preschool–9 Newark 2.09 mi
Tarbiyah Islamic School Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 2.27 mi
Newark Center For Creative Learning Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 2.42 mi
Towle Institute Christian (no specific denomination) 4–12 Newark 2.7 mi
Learning Express Academy Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 2.89 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 3.19 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 3.23 mi
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 4.01 mi
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.01 mi
The Independence School Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Newark 4.8 mi
The New School Nonsectarian Ungraded Newark 4.93 mi
St John The Beloved School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 5 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Newark (19713), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $45,002

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 2,211
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.58
  • Households w/ Children: 54%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 7,451 (59.4%)
  • Rented: 4,178 (33.3%)
  • Vacant: 923 (7.4%)
  • Total: 12,552

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: 30,260
Households: 11,629
Median Age: 38.40

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: 3.3%
  • Some High School: 6.6%
  • High School Graduate: 37.8%
  • Some College: 18.7%
  • Associate Degree: 6.1%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 18.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $58,247

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: $1,157
  • One Bedroom: $942
  • Two Bedroom: $1,136
  • Three Bedroom: $1,499
  • Four Bedroom: $1,625

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Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX Point Realty , (302) 426-2211, tom@ricciorealestate.com

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69 W Cherokee Drive, Newark, DE 19713-3922

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