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203 Meriden Dr, Newark, DE, 19711

4beds
3baths
1,950sqft
$529,900
$272price/sqft
$3,408/moest. monthly cost
$136,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 203 Meriden Drive in Fairfield. This 2 Story Colonial home features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 BA, Livingroom, Dining room, Kitchen, Family room and a two-car garage. The upper level has a primary bedroom, primary bathroom with a walk-in shower, tile surround and tile floors, three additional bedrooms and access to the hall bathroom with tile floors. Main level features a foyer that leads to the spacious living room that is being used as a dining room and dining room is being used as a living room. Kitchen has been updated with newer cabinets, counter tops, tile back splash, and appliances. There are updated wood floors in the kitchen, foyer and updated powder room. The step-down family room has a wood burning fireplace with built-in bookshelves, Parque flooring and bay window with a view of the nicely landscaped rear yard and rear patio. The two-car garage has a side entry with access to the family room. There is an unfinished basement with a laundry room. The home has been well cared for by the original owners and is available for the next owner. This home is conveniently located near the Newark Country Club, University of Delaware, White Clay Creek State Park, Newark Reservoir, Downtown Newark, shopping, dining, schools, bike trails, hiking and walking trails. The Seller is including washer, dryer and refrigerator. Schedule your tour today!

Getting Around

35
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
44
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
3/10
Newark High SchoolGrades 9-121.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1964

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Brick Front,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Unfinished

Bathroom2

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet,Flooring - HardWood
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10 X 10

Bathroom3

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet,Flooring - HardWood
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 10 X 13

Bedroom4

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet,Flooring - HardWood
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 10 X 13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Chair Rail,Flooring - Carpet
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 143
  • Dimensions: 11 X 13

Family Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - Other
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 273
  • Dimensions: 13 X 21

Features

  • Bathroom - Stall Shower,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Primary Bath(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Other
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Brick,Equipment,Screen,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,950

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,782
  • Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Rail,Flooring - Wood,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Pantry
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 154
  • Dimensions: 11 X 14

Living Room

  • Features: Chair Rail,Flooring - Carpet
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 286
  • Dimensions: 13 X 22

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Attic - Access Panel,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet,Flooring - HardWood
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 210
  • Dimensions: 14 X 15

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance

Details

  • Parcel number: 18006.00090
  • Zoning: 18RS
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Exclusions: Personal Property

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Brick
  • Exterior features: Flood Lights,Sidewalks

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.29 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Storage,Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Attached,Driveway,On Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware Counties

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,679$32,148
Home Insurance *$161$1,932
Property Taxes $317$3,804
Electricity $251$3,021
Total$3,408$40,896
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$116,845/yr
40% on housing$102,240/yr
45% on housing$90,880/yr

Delaware FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,170Commercial: 57
Total Premiums$607,000
Total Exposure$249.53M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.0%
7.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.8%
-0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$272This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19711$193
New Castle County$172

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19711$206
New Castle County$218

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-04Price change$519,900
2026-07-21Listed for sale$529,900
1974-06-01Sold$52,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentSandy Leeson
BrokeragePatterson-Schwartz-Newark

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