




427 Upper Pike Creek Rd, Newark, DE, 19711
About This Home
Welcome home to this stunning natural retreat, conveniently situated just minutes from several parks and scenic walking trails in Pike Creek. As you make your way up the driveway, you’re greeted by this expansive Cape Cod-style home—offering timeless charm, exceptional space, and a setting that truly feels like a private getaway every time you arrive. Upon entering, a grand foyer with vaulted ceilings and beautifully refinished hardwood floors extend throughout the first level. The step-down living room offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, highlighted by a quaint wood-burning fireplace. Flowing seamlessly, you’ll find a spacious dining room ideally positioned just off the kitchen. Designed with entertaining in mind, the kitchen offers an impressive layout featuring a large island, generous space for a substantial dining table, a wet bar with a beverage refrigerator, an abundance of granite counter space and cabinetry for ample storage. Just off the opposite side of the kitchen, a spacious three-season room awaits, featuring tile flooring and offering a serene setting to relax while taking in the beautiful natural views of the backyard. A conveniently located half bath is also situated off the kitchen, adding to the home’s thoughtful layout. The home offers a highly desirable first-floor primary suite that truly has it all. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors, the suite also includes a comfortable sitting area, creating the perfect private retreat. You’ll find an impressive walk-in closet with custom shelving, an additional walk-in closet for added convenience, and a spacious primary bath complete with two sinks, a soaking tub, heated floors and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Moving upstairs, you’ll find four additional generously sized bedrooms, offering plenty of space and versatility. This level is completed by a fully renovated bathroom featuring dual sinks, a jet soaking tub and shower combination, and a skylight that fills the space with beautiful natural light. The fully finished basement offers exceptional additional living space, complete with a kitchenette area featuring a beverage refrigerator, sink, microwave, and cabinetry for convenient storage. This level also includes a walk-in closet and a full bathroom with a stall shower, making it an ideal setup for guests, in-laws, or flexible multi-purpose living. But that’s not all—the true highlight of the home is the private backyard oasis. Designed for relaxation and entertaining, it features a spacious deck, hot tub, retractable awning, and a cozy fire pit area, all perfectly suited for enjoying late summer evenings and peaceful nights under the stars. This home also features a variety of thoughtful updates, including energy-efficient geothermal heating, newly installed Renewal by Anderson windows, fresh paint throughout the first floor, new front porch railings, and numerous additional improvements that enhance both comfort and appeal. Ideally located near a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, this home offers both convenience and lifestyle. With its exceptional features and desirable setting, it is sure to attract attention and will not last long.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1985
Materials
- Foundation: Permanent
- Construction materials: Stucco,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Exhaust Fan,Oven,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Water Conditioner - Owned,Water Heater,Water Treat System,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Garage Access,Heated,Interior Entry,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access
Bathroom2
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Jetted Tub,Double Sink,Skylight(s)
- Level: Upper
Bathroom3
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank,Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Lower
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring - Laminated,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Lighting - Ceiling,Crown Molding,Chair Rail
- Level: Main
Features
- 2nd Kitchen,Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Railings,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Crown Molding,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Floor Plan - Traditional,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Kitchenette,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Walk-In Closet(s),Bar,Wine Storage
- Window features: Skylight(s),Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Luxury Vinyl,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided,Glass Doors,Mantel(s),Stone
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,064
- Finished area above ground: 3,336
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Lighting - Ceiling,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Half Bath
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other,Geothermal
- Cooling features: Central Air,Geothermal
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,400
- Total interior livable area: 4,400 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Lighting - Ceiling,Recessed Lighting,Kitchen - Gas Cooking,Breakfast Nook,Granite Counters,Dining Area,Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary Bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick,Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Double Sink,Flooring - Heated
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Recessed Lighting,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
- Level: Main
Recreation Room
- Features: Lighting - Wall sconces,Recessed Lighting,Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 08036.00028
- Zoning: NC21
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Washer / Dryer Combo,All Personal Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s),Sidewalks
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath,Hot Tub
Lot
- Lot size: 0.91 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees,Front Yard,Landscaped,Rear Yard,Sloped,SideYard(s)
- Lot size dimensions: 208.60 x 190.30
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Basement,Built In,Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Inside Entrance,Asphalt,Private,Attached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
