1 BLUE JAY DR Newark, DE 19713

First time on the market since 1989! Owner-occupied for the past 37 years, this is a rare opportunity to own a nicely updated Colonial home in City of Newark limits (excellent services), located on a cul-de-sac where properties like this seldom come to market. Situated in sought-after Arbour Park with Persimmon Creek pool in the neighborhood, and Newark Charter School around the corner, this home offers both convenience and desirability. Set on a sun-filled 0.33-acre lot, the property features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a 2-car garage, and a 4-car driveway, along with two fireplaces (gas and wood-burning), a first-floor laundry room, foyer/entryway, first-floor half bath, living room, dining room, and a huge great room addition with vaulted ceilings, walls of windows and doors, and a gas fireplace. There is also a family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, walls of windows and doors, and a wood-burning fireplace. The basement includes multiple rooms, ample space and storage, and a finished room that could be used as a 5th bedroom or home office (currently used as a kids' playroom). Outdoor living is enhanced by a large covered front porch, a spacious multi-tiered deck off the great and family rooms, and EP Henry front porch, steps, and walkways. Inside, the home showcases a bright, open layout with timeless architectural details and thoughtful updates throughout. The updated chef's kitchen, complete with a breakfast/dining area and workstation/desk, features custom cabinetry, stone countertops, tile backsplash, Whirlpool and Kenmore appliances, LED recessed lighting, two pantries, and abundant cabinet and counter space. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining, living, family, and great rooms, all highlighted by numerous windows and abundant natural light. Additional main-level features include an entry foyer and original refinished oak hardwood flooring throughout, along with a rare first-floor laundry area. The primary bedroom suite offers a full wall of closets and an updated en-suite full bath featuring a walk-in shower and linen closet. The second floor includes three additional bedrooms, and the second full hall bath has also been updated, featuring a combination bathtub/shower, vaulted ceilings, and a skylight. The half bath is conveniently located on the first floor just off the foyer/entryway. Extensive updates and improvements include a single-layer IKO Cambridge architectural shingle roof, updated gutters, downspouts, soffits, and fascia, Carrier natural gas forced-air heating and central air systems, a Honeywell programmable thermostat, a natural gas Bradford White hot water heater, and a 200-amp electrical system with circuit breakers. The entire interior and exterior have just been professionally painted. Additional improvements include EP Henry front porch, steps, and walkways, an asphalt driveway, insulated garage doors with automatic openers, ceiling fans, updated light fixtures and sconces, professional low-maintenance landscaping with flowers, plants, shrubs, and specimen trees, and a Whirlpool Cabrio washer and dryer. The basement offers ample storage and flexible space ideal for a home office, fitness area, kids' and pets' playrooms, guest suite, or additional living space. The expansive front and rear yards provide ideal space for kids, pets, gardening, entertaining, recreation, special occasions, your next BBQ, and everyday enjoyment. Conveniently located just minutes from schools, shopping, cafes, dining, parks, and major routes including I-95, Route 896, Route 4, Route 279, Route 1, Route 7, Route 13, and Kirkwood Highway. Approximately 10 minutes to Downtown Newark and the UofD, 20 minutes to the City of Wilmington, 35 minutes to Philadelphia International Airport, and 50 minutes to Center City Philadelphia. Homes with this level of updates and pride of ownership are always in demand in Newark—do not sleep on this home.