197 Darling St, Newark, DE 19702
OFF MARKET

197 Darling St
Newark, DE 19702

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft

$329,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,914/mo*
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$329,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,914/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,800 sqft

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Description

Welcome to 197 Darling St, nestled in the desirable community of River Walk. Step inside to the main living area, where beautiful hardwood floors and elegant crown molding create a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. This inviting space flows seamlessly into the eat-in kitchen, complete with a prep island and ample room for a dining table, perfect for both casual meals and entertaining guests. From here, take the sliding glass doors to the rear deck, where you can continue your entertaining outdoors while overlooking the yard and grilling in style. Before heading upstairs, don't forget to check out the convenient powder room and additional closet space on the first floor, providing extra storage. Take the stairs to the second story, where you'll find a spacious owner's suite, boasting a large walk-in closet and separate entrance to the full hallway bath—an ideal setup for morning routines. Two additional nicely sized bedrooms complete the second level. Your tour wouldn't be complete without a visit to the partially finished basement, where a large rec room provides the perfect space for continued entertaining or simply relaxing. An unfinished area with laundry facilities adds to the home's functionality. This home's prime location offers convenient access to Old Baltimore Pike, Route 40, I-95, and Route 1, putting all the amenities of Newark/Bear within easy reach. Recent updates include a new HVAC unit and roof in 2021. Don’t miss your chance to make this charming home your own. Schedule a showing today and experience the best of Newark/Bear living at 197 Darling St!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 17, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$29/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 197 Darling St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable ConnectedAppliances: Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, LightingFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, PermanentNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Black Top, PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1320 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 480 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2001
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09041.10352

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $310,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Oct 17 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: NEWARKCommunity: River Walk
School Information
Elementary School District: ChristinaJr High / Middle School: KirkJr High / Middle School District: ChristinaHigh School: ChristianaHigh School District: Christina

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1800 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow RemovalHas an HOAHOA Fee: $350/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, VA Loan, FHA 203(b), Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DENC2066928Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1320
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Mike Terranova, (302) 299-6621
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
Bought with: Pam Covey, (302) 290-1375, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2066928

Price History for 197 Darling St

DatePriceEventSource
10/10/2024$314,100Sold
Bright MLS #DENC2066928
10/07/2024$310,000PendingBright MLS #DENC2066928
09/09/2024$310,000ContingentBright MLS #DENC2066928
09/03/2024$310,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2066928
05/02/2003$147,000Sold
N/A
01/30/2001$123,560Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$318,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 197 Darling St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
46 Lisa Dr, Newark, DE
0.09
Townhouse
$330,000
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,975
39 Lisa Dr, Newark, DE
0.10
Townhouse
$310,000
04/23/26
3
2
1,425
180 Darling St, Newark, DE
0.05
Townhouse
$330,000
02/27/26
3
2.5
1,725
184 Darling St, Newark, DE
0.04
Townhouse
$355,000
02/05/26
3
2.5
1,681
28 Lisa Dr, Newark, DE
0.06
Townhouse
$350,000
11/03/25
3
2.5
1,900
9 Lisa Dr, Newark, DE
0.08
Townhouse
$375,000
12/15/25
3
2.5
1,850
4 Charles Ct, Newark, DE
0.05
Townhouse
$320,000
08/28/25
3
2.5
1,325
127 Darling St, Newark, DE
0.15
Townhouse
$315,000
10/03/25
3
1.5
1,350
128 Darling St, Newark, DE
0.14
Townhouse
$310,000
02/27/26
3
2.5
1,650
52 Lisa Dr, Newark, DE
0.11
Townhouse
$359,900
01/16/26
3
3.5
1,825

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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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  • 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Josephtucker5
    "It’s friendly, no judging, or hate towards anyone. Being ya pet guaranteed someone is going to wanna say Hi!"
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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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197 Darling St, Newark, DE 19702 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft townhouse built in 2001. This property is not currently available for sale. 197 Darling St was last sold on Oct 10, 2024 for $314,100 (1% higher than the asking price of $310,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 197 Darling St is $329,000.