1705 Mel Ln, Newark, DE 19713
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SOLD
DEC 2, 2025

$462,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,325 sqft

1705 Mel Ln, Newark, DE 19713

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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 2, 2025 for $450,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$463K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+1.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$13K (+2.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +17% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$463K
August 2026$462K
July 2026$464K
June 2026$461K
May 2026$455K
April 2026$459K
March 2026$463K
February 2026$460K
January 2026$454K
2025
2024
2023

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
138 Felix Dr, Newark, DE
0.15
Townhouse
$453,000
12/02/25
3
2.5
2,325
600 Judy Way, Newark, DE
0.24
Townhouse
$445,000
04/17/26
3
2.5
2,025
611 Judy Way, Newark, DE
0.25
Townhouse
$435,000
05/26/26
3
2.5
2,025
119 Felix Dr, Newark, DE
0.11
Townhouse
$455,000
03/23/26
3
2.5
2,438
725 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE
0.06
Townhouse
$406,665
04/07/26
3
3
1,917
731 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE
0.06
Townhouse
$423,950
04/07/26
4
3.5
2,237
733 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE
0.06
Townhouse
$405,000
07/16/26
4
3.5
2,237

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1711 Mel Ln, Newark, DE 19713
0.01
$431,900
3
2.5
1,925
Off Market
19 Lynch Farm Dr, Newark, DE 19713
0.07
$425,000
5
3
3,044
Recently Sold
734 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.03
$465,000
4
3.5
2,325
For Sale
1724 Mel Ln, Newark, DE 19713
0.07
$601,600
4
3.5
3,025
Off Market
307 Theodora Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.06
$382,600
3
2.5
1,925
Off Market
733 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.06
$405,000
4
3.5
2,237
Recently Sold
731 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.06
$423,950
4
3.5
2,237
Recently Sold
725 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.06
$406,665
3
3
1,917
Recently Sold
28 Lynch Farm Dr, Newark, DE 19713
0.09
$289,400
4
1.5
1,225
Off Market
727 Rosemary Way, Newark, DE 19713
0.07
$397,990
4
2.5
2,237
Recently Sold
10 Garrett Rd, Newark, DE 19713
0.13
$362,000
5
2.5
1,625
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 2021
2,325 sqft
$194/sqft
2 Car Garage
HOA $40/mo

About this House

Thank you for your interest! An offer deadline has been set for Monday 10/27 at 12pm (noon). All offers received before then will be presented to the sellers. Discover sophisticated townhouse living at 1705 Mel Lane, where everyday ease meets elevated design. With 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths across roughly 2,325 sq ft, this home was built in 2021 and tailored for comfort. From the moment you step onto the wide-plank floors, you’ll appreciate the attention to detail: designer lighting, upscale finishes, and light-filled open spaces. Entertain with ease in the chef-inspired kitchen featuring a large island and stainless appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite invites relaxation with a walk in closet, luxurious bath, and dual vanities — while the additional bedrooms share a spacious full bath. The upstairs also features a spacious laundry room for ultimate convenience. The lower level flex space can function as a den, game room, office or bedroom with full bathroom. The private patio and manageable lot let you enjoy some outdoor time without the upkeep. Just moments from Newark’s best amenities, and well within the 5 mile radius of Newark Charter School (with a bus stop right in the neighborhood), with easy access to major roads, this home offers the perfect balance of serenity and connectivity. It’s a rare find: modern, low maintenance, and ready for its next owner.
1705 Mel Ln, Newark, DE 19713 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,325 sqft townhouse built in 2021. It last sold for the $450,000 asking price on Dec 2, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $462,800, with a rent estimate of $2,849/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Caitlin Cohen, (302) 307-3307
Crown Homes Real Estate
Co-Listing Agent: Kristen Rosaio, (302) 463-5477
Crown Homes Real Estate
Bought with: Tiffany Chuk, (727) 543-6801, Crown Homes Real Estate
Co-Buyer's Agent: Kristen Rosaio, (302) 463-5477, Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2091552

Home Details for 1705 Mel Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2325 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: 2+ Access Exits
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener,Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2325 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone, Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentIncluded in Sale: See DisclosuresParcel Number: 11003.30153

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $450,000Price Per Sqft: $194/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Dec 02 2025Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: NEWARKCommunity: Chestnut Hill Preserves
School Information
Elementary School District: ChristinaJr High / Middle School District: ChristinaHigh School District: Christina

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2325 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Has an HOAHOA Fee: $40/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive AgencyListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DENC2091552Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2325

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 2, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2091552
Sold
$450,000
Oct 28, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2091552
Pending
$450,000
Oct 24, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2091552
Listed For Sale
$430,000
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$369,595

Market trends in Newark

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$347K
$7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.5%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$197
$1MoM
Available listings
217
25MoM

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What Locals Say about Newark

At least 736 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Shavyonn Robinson
    "Not a lot of sidewalks in the area or dog parks . But overall it’s a beautiful area to live in peacefully "
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  • Cedric Ransome
    "It’s lots of dogs and dog owners it’s very peaceful . Lots of trees nice houses . Parks and dog parks ."
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  • Nah
    "Nice place to live close to everything. Nice access to Main Street lots of restaurants shopping 13 minutes to work so that’s not bad. I really enjoy living here the commute to everything. The mall is wonderful too. That’s another great thing is you’re so close to the mall yay lovely fantastic I love it so"
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  • Ali Sutherland
    "West Meadow’s residents care about their homes; it is a pleasure to walk or drive through the neighborhood. Neighbors look out for one another. Great place to raise a family. Very safe! Connects to state parks."
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  • Linda Peoples
    "Great family neighborhood! Common spaces are well maintained. Street lights make it safe to walk around in the evening. "
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  • Tj Woodruff
    "The commute isn’t too bad. It doesn’t take real long to get anywhere in Delaware because the state is so small."
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  • Glenn.cantagallo
    "We have cocktails, family parties and often go out to dinner together. Often on nice days, many neighbors meet outside. Dog walks bring many neighbors together"
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  • Theresa Salazar
    "I love the walking community in Frenchtown Woods. Everyone is friendly and I feel safe here. Dog walking is popular. "
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  • Michael Moses
    "There are monthly neighborhood potluck dinners in the winter. People friendly. Extremely safe and beautiful."
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  • Pappacena.lazzari
    "Very nice clean house good job on maintaining peaceful environment good energy nice clean environment "
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  • Rol8611
    "My neighborhood is close to commute and close to my job. Schools in the area are well balanced. Close to shopping centers. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time. Many dog owners live in this area. Dog owners are respectful of other people’s properties and always pick up after their dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of construction work is going on now, otherwise it is not bad, close to I95, many different buses come through this area"
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 1 year and I love it. It is safe with open spaces, plenty of green and great neighbors"
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  • Trulia User
    "its very quiet, normally. However, don't leave your car doors unlocked. Thieves steal out of vehicles at night "
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    "it's beautiful in the community and I love it there it's a lot of dogs being walked great manners the neighbors are beautiful and friendly"
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a lovely place to live . Very inviting . I’ve lived here for 3 years . There is not much trick or treating though . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is friendly but not the management, they are rude. Apartments are not well maintained, it has roaches all over the place, roaming cats outside"
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  • Trulia User
    "Christmas pictures with Santa, thanksgiving food give out. They may do more events on different it usually unknown until getting close to the holidays. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The area is near everything you need! Good schools, parks, shopping plazas, etc. So close to the highway 95 and rt 1. Can’t go wrong in this neighborhood. Lived here for years and I’m still pleased. "
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    "Its not a terrible neighborhood or anything and there is a good amount of kids varying in age but it also has some people that are questionable so I always use caution. my 7 year old isn't allowed to play outside without someone watching her like a hawk. "
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    "I work from home, however there is always alot of traffic on RT 40. I love this area because it's location is near several shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants and Christiana Mall just to name a few.."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good neighborhood for kids and very walkable to Main Street Newark. New park coming in soon and a skate park nearby. We like living here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good and friendly neighborhood. The main road is 1 mile long and good for dog waking or people walking. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Traffic is heavy during rush hour due to the hospital. Outside of the hospital traffic, commuting around the development is decent."
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  • Sbeau32162
    "Family oriented; quiet; close to major interstate and shopping; diverse; close to entertainment and arts"
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  • Cory
    "Nonexistent. I don’t really travel that much. My commute is about a mile or 2 to work and back home. For longer trips I normally rent a vehicle. Daily commute is nothing. "
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  • Rairiv
    "My neighborhood is more of an older generation. There are a lot of friendly neighbors and it’s a pretty kind atmosphere"
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  • JOHN R.
    "Good rental place & elementary school is here ! Spacious , quiet and did not much public moving around . Happy to stay here ! "
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  • Gladys L. D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 3 1/2 years and I love it. It is a friendly, quiet and great neighborhood to be in."
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  • Marilyn W.
    "High school nearby. Convenient to restaurant and convenience stores. Family oriented neighborhood. Many neighbors here for 30 yrs. or more. Can walk / ride a bike/ no bus line. Dunkin Donuts in neighborhood. "
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  • Gabrielle H.
    "It’s a quiet neighborhood. We all look out for each other. Minimal to no crime or criminal activity in the area "
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  • Andre E. M.
    "Very nice community Live here for almost 20 years close to shopping good school district close to University of Delaware"
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  • Cgeedey
    "There are no yards in our neighborhood. Lots of parks. Mostly quiet, some younger children but not many."
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  • A.k. R.
    "There are festivals and races at Glasgow Park. The park also has a 3 mile path, multiple playground sets, basketball courts, tennis courts, dog park, and skate park. "
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  • Andrealee1635
    "The community center puts on a few events a year. So does the nearby church. The fire hall puts on bingo and card shows. Mostly Main Street is the only thing going on around here. It’s Delaware. "
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  • Andrew C.
    "most of you neighbors and property owners have dogs and there are lots of places to walk them and people pick up after their dogs too !!"
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  • Lisa0182
    "dog walkers would like that there are lots of places to walk dogs around Newark. good place to live.."
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  • Venessa K.
    "Pet friendly areas to run freely and lots of curbs. Other dogs to be friends with too....lots of dogs walked!"
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  • Daadbuscomm
    "I've lived here for over forty years. I've watched the developers and the university take over the city. I really hate living here and would move in a minute if I had the resources."
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Frequently asked questions about 1705 Mel Ln

  • What is 1705 Mel Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1705 Mel Ln in Newark, DE is $462,800.
  • What is the price history for 1705 Mel Ln?
    1705 Mel Ln in Newark, DE last sold for $450,000 in December 2025.
  • Is Newark a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newark is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newark?
    The median sale price in Newark is $347K. That is up $7K from the prior month.
  • Does 1705 Mel Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1705 Mel Ln in Newark, DE has air conditioning.
  • Does 1705 Mel Ln have a garage?
    Yes, 1705 Mel Ln in Newark, DE has an attached garage.

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