Discover architectural excellence and coveted main-level living in this meticulously maintained home at 8 Arizona State Drive, nestled in the highly sought-after Academy Hills community of Newark, Delaware. This exceptional property showcases a custom-expanded family room, a rare neighborhood gem, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, elevated clerestory windows flooding the space with natural light, and an inviting gas fireplace that creates a dramatic yet welcoming atmosphere for both daily living and entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan seamlessly integrates indoor-outdoor living with a recently painted deck (approximately 2 years) flowing to a stone patio, perfect for Delaware's beautiful seasons. The home's crown jewel is the highly desirable first-floor primary suite, offering vaulted ceilings, a luxurious en-suite bath with modern finishes, a peaceful sitting area, and generous closet space, a layout increasingly difficult to find in this prime Newark location. Hardwood floors grace the impressive two-story foyer, which enhances the home's architectural presence while maximizing natural light throughout. The well-appointed kitchen delivers move-in-ready functionality with granite countertops, elegant tile backsplash, newer ovens, a newer dishwasher, brand-new faucet, and updated garbage disposal, blending timeless style with contemporary convenience. Additional upper-level bedrooms provide flexible space complemented by the dramatic two-story foyer, while the unfinished basement offers substantial storage and future expansion possibilities. Proactive ownership shines through in major system upgrades, including a newer heating system, new sump pump, regularly serviced HVAC, and newer water heater, ensuring long-term peace of mind. The driveway has been replaced in phases over the past two years, enhancing both curb appeal and daily practicality. Situated in the established Academy Hills neighborhood, this property offers exceptional commuter convenience with quick access to I-95, Route 896, and major employment corridors, while being minutes from the University of Delaware, vibrant Main Street Newark dining and shopping, Christiana Mall, Peoples Plaza, White Clay Creek State Park, and Philadelphia-Baltimore metro areas. This remarkable home delivers the perfect blend of architectural distinction, functional layout, abundant natural light, thoughtful upgrades, and premium location, anchored by the one-of-a-kind vaulted family room and the increasingly valuable benefit of true main-level living that consistently attracts discerning buyers seeking quality, accessibility, and enduring value in Newark's competitive real estate market.
2,850 Sq Ft
0.34 Private Acres Lot Size
other
$200 Annually Maintenance/CC
$6,022 Annual Tax
Built in 1994
MLS/Listing ID DENC2091430
Heating - Natural Gas
Concrete Perimeter
Carpet
Hardwood
Cooling - Central Air
Construction - Frame
Construction - Stucco
Style - Colonial
Shingle
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