$509,900

26 Ballad Dr, Newark, DE, 19702

4

Beds

3

Baths

2,400

Square feet

0.92

Acres

This custom-built 1970s home, rich with character, sits on almost 1 acre & offers spacious living and an exceptional outdoor connection. The generous main level features a large living room and a formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. A unique double-sided, wood-burning fireplace provides warmth and ambiance to both the living room and the adjacent family room, which is accented with built-in cabinets. French doors from the family room lead out to a large patio, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The large, custom kitchen includes a dedicated eating area and a charming bow window offering serene views of the park-like backyard. The residence boasts four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The main bedroom suite is a true retreat, featuring a walk-in closet, a full private bathroom, and French doors that open directly onto a private patio area. The vast basement, which spans the full footprint of the house, presents endless possibilities for customization into an additional family room, game room, or play area, and also includes its own wood-burning fireplace. A significant update includes professional waterproofing with a transferrable warranty, ensuring peace of mind. Exterior amenities are equally impressive with a two-car garage and a substantial driveway capable of accommodating up to six additional vehicles. This charming home is ready for a new owner to apply a little TLC and updating to make it their own. Great Newark location & Appoquinimink School District!

Listing Details

OfficePatterson-Schwartz-Newark
Contact Info3027337000

Facts & Features

MLS® # DENC2092476
Price $509,900
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3.00
Full Baths 3
Square Footage 2,400
Acres 0.92
Year Built 1971
Type Residential
Sub-Type Detached
Style Ranch/Rambler
Status Active

Community Information

Address 26 Ballad Dr
Area Newark/Glasgow
Subdivision SHELLEY FARMS
City Newark
County NEW CASTLE-DE
State DE
Zip Code 19702
Senior Community No

Amenities

Amenities Built-Ins, Carpet, Walk-in Closet(s)
# of Garages 2
Garages Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
Is Waterfront No

Interior

Appliances Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 2
Fireplaces Wood
Stories 1

Exterior

Exterior Brick
Exterior Features Patio(s)
Lot Description Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Windows Bay/Bow
Construction Brick
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures 10000001172,10000001174

School Information

District APPOQUINIMINK

Additional Information

Date Listed November 13th, 2025
Days on Market 6
Zoning NC40
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

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