New Castle County property record for 161 Melodic Dr, Newark, DE 19713
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,668 sqft · built 1990 |
| Lot Size | 0.25 acres (10,890 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $230,000 (Dec 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $2,787 (2023) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2024 Transfer Dec 2018 Foreclosure + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 09-022.20-159 |
| Primary APN | 09-022.20-159 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 8 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,668 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,668 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1990 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1990 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 10,890 sqft (0.25 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 108 ft deep x 92 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Heat Pump |
| Sewer | Connected |
| Street Address | 161 MELODIC DR |
|---|---|
| City | NEWARK |
| State | DE |
| Zip | 19713-1947 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | NC6.5 |
| Legal Subdivision | HARMONY CREST SC III |
| Legal Lot Number | 443 |
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Township / Civil Division | UPPER CHRISTIANA |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1007 |
| Census Tract | 14000 |
Source: New Castle County records, as of April 13, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2024 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Dec 3, 2018 | Grant Deed, Foreclosure ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Oct 16, 2017 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Dec 3, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Dec 3, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Sep 4, 2007 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 201865584 |
| Last Transfer Date | Nov 21, 2023 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000000376 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Recording Date | Jan 2, 2024 |
| Property Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Document Number | 0000000376 |
| Map Reference | MF 8957 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 21, 2023 |
| Instrument | 20240102-0000376 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jan 12, 2024 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Recording Date | Dec 3, 2018 |
| Property Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Document Number | 0000065584 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 30, 2018 |
| Instrument | 65584 |
| Transaction Type | Foreclosure |
| Record Updated | Dec 13, 2018 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $5,750.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Personal Trust |
| Address | 55 MADISON AVE #400 MORRISTOWN NJ 079607397, 400, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960-7397 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NEW CASTLE DE |
| Recording Date | Oct 16, 2017 |
| Property Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Document Number | 0000053515 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 24, 2017 |
| Instrument | 20171016-0053515 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 161 MELODIC DR, 161, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 161 MELODIC DR, NEWARK, DE 19713-1947 |
| Document Number | 0000053516 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 16, 2017 |
| Instrument | 20171016-0053516 |
| Name | NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | COPPELL, TX 75019 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 359 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2047 |
Source: New Castle County assessment roll, as of April 13, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle County |
| Unified School District | Christina School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $393,400 (+484.55%) Land $61,700 Building $331,700 | ||
| 2024 | $274,410 | ||
| 2023 | $2,787.00 (+0.25%) | $67,300 (-) Land $11,100 Building $56,200 | |
| 2022 | $2,780.00 | $67,300 Land $11,100 Building $56,200 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 21, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 5 (25% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 91% of Delaware |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | VEOLIA WATER DELAWARE, INC private · serves 100,495 people · EPA ID DE0000564 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2024 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2021–2023) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 347 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures