26 OAKCREST DRIVE, Dover, DE 19901

$450,000 Asking Price

5 beds
3 baths
3,026  sqft
Built in 1969

Rare opportunity in sought after Fairfield Farms! Since 2020, the current owners have spared no expense in meticulously modernizing this elegant 5BR/2.5 BA Colonial that is situated on a beautifully landscaped 0.45 acre lot. Upon entry, you will immediately notice the quality of the original hardwood flooring which has been professionally refinished. The wall between the kitchen and dining room has been removed to create an open concept space that is perfect for gathering. The kitchen features new cabinetry, Quartz countertops, stainless steel gas range, tile backsplash, new flooring, and provides convenient access to an adjacent coffee bar station and an updated laundry/mud room. Enjoy relaxing in the spacious formal living room or the paneled family room which includes a wood-burning fireplace and wall mounted television. Guests will appreciate the remodeled powder room complete with ship lap paneling, tile flooring, and a new vanity. The 12’ x 20’ sun room with new metal roof (2022) provides access to the deck and panoramic views of the private, tree-lined back yard with an inviting 18’ x 36’ inground pool which has a new pump (2022) and liner (2023). The refinished hardwood flooring continues throughout most of the upper level along with fresh, neutral paint and new interior doors. The primary bedroom includes a newly remodeled bathroom (2023) and a spacious walk-in closet. The secondary bedrooms are generously sized with large closets and share access to the hall bathroom which was renovated in 2020. The basement was professionally waterproofed in 2005 and provides additional opportunities for living and storage space. The partially finished rec room could be used to accommodate a home office, gym equipment, play area, or media room. The utility room houses the water conditioner with in-line filter (2022), gas furnace (2020), and gas water heater (2020) with a Bilco door access to the pool area and space for storage shelving. Yes, the ping pong table is also included! Other recent updates include new roof and upper level heat pump (2016), most windows replaced (2018-19), white vinyl privacy fence (2021), new 200-amp electric panel with circuit breakers (2021), central air conditioner (2020), gutter guard system (2021), and ceiling fans installed throughout. Over 3500 square feet of living space including the basement! This turn-key home is located in the award winning Caesar Rodney School District with quick access to Routes 1 and 13 and just 5 minutes from DAFB.


Features & Amenities

Interior

Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Family Room,Bedroom 1,Sun/Florida Room,Recreation Room
Laundry:
Main Floor
Basement:
Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Sump Pump
A/C:
Central A/C,Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating:
Y, Forced Air,Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Natural Gas,Electric
Fireplace:
Corner, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial
Pool:
Fenced,Filtered,In Ground
Parking:
Concrete Driveway

Construction

Roofing:
Architectural Shingle,Metal
General:
Vinyl Siding, 2, Block

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
CAESAR RODNEY
County:
KENT

Lot

Zoning:
RS1, NM-00-08617-01-3800-000
Fencing:
Privacy,Vinyl,Rear
Current Use:
0

Utilities

Utilities:
200+ Amp Service
Water:
Well
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware, Michael F Lenoir Jr.

About Dover, DE

Housing

Number of Units
30,775
Median Home Value
$211,319
Median Rent
$941

40.45% of housing units are renter occupied.

6.03% are vacant.

Commute

Car
80.10%
Public Transportation
1.02%
Walk to Work
3.08%
Work from Home
14.69%
Other
0.36%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
74,706
Median Age
37.20
Median Household Size
2.61

Education

High School
30.56%
Associate’s Degree
7.87%
Bachelor’s Degree
15.20%
Graduate Degree
11.21%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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