Downtown Newark is home to the University of Delaware, one of the oldest universities in the country. The city was once a tiny village between two creeks, but the university turned the area into a hub for education in the 1700s. Today, Downtown Newark contains a mix of residents, including university students and faculty, in addition to families. Surrounding the campus is a bustling and accessible downtown, where locals and college students enjoy restaurants, bars and parks. The college has long stood as a part of local and national history, with alums including founding fathers and modern politicians.
Main Street is a retail and dining hub right in the middle on Downtown Newark.
Downtown Newark was established all the way back in 1758.
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Apartments, student housing and small suburbs
Most of the housing in Downtown Newark is comprised of apartment complexes and student dorms. However, there are also subdivisions in and around the university. "Newark is pretty big," says Debbie Christie, a Newark resident and Realtor with Northrop Realty. ""In the heart of the city, within 2 to 3 miles of the University, there is quite a bit of student housing and rentals, along with several neighborhood communities and local K-12 schools that form the bedrock of the town. You'll also find graduate housing and additional subdivisions and neighborhoods near the stadium and on the outskirts of UDEL." Brick Cape Cods, ranches and houses with colonial influences sit along streets with sidewalks. Many homes have grassy lawns and clusters of trees that shade homes and roadways. Houses range in price from $325,000 to $575,000, depending on upkeep and proximity to the university.
Cozy Cape Cods with dormer windows are common in Downtown Newark.
Bungalows in Downtown Newark typically have shaded front porches.
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The University of Delaware is an integral part of the City’s history
The University of Delaware offers academic programs in various fields, from the sciences to the arts. Among the school's most notable alums are three founding fathers, Nobel Prize laureates and a Tony Award-winning choreographer. Downtown Newark's families are zoned for the Christina School district. Students can attend Westpark Place Elementary in the neighborhood's southwest corner. The school earns a B-plus from Niche. Shue-Medill Middle sits outside the neighborhood with a Niche grade of C. Newark High School earns a B-minus and is one of the oldest schools in Delaware. Niche ranks the school as one of the state's top schools for arts.
Over 20,000 students flood the campus of University of Delaware in Downtown Newark.
Downtown Newark residents go to cheer on the Blue Hens during football season.
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Most restaurants are on Main Street
Downtown Newark's stores and restaurants are mostly found on East Market Street. El Diablo Burritos attracts many students for its quickly made dishes. The Peach Blossom Eatery is more popular with residents and has colorful flower art covering the walls. "Timothy's is a local favorite, and I would also recommend Taverna on Main Street," Christie says. Timothy's of Newark is a sports bar, while Taverna's menu features pasta and pizza. The community-owned organic grocer, Newark Natural Foods, stands on Main Street. The Grove at Newark retail center has an ACME Markets grocery store. Shoppers can thrift at the Newark Shopping Center or watch a movie at Main Street Movies 5.
Grab a quick bite or stop in to several small boutique stores on Main St in Downtown Newark.
Klondike Kate's is a local favorite in Downtown Newark for happy hour.
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Downtown Newark has several parks
College students and residents can venture to any of the seven parks. Mason-Dixon Trail is a popular pedestrian-friendly route in the community's northern section. James F. Hall Trail connects to neighborhood green spaces like Lewis Park and Kells Park. Phillips Park has an onsite skate park and tennis courts. Olan Thomas Park is home to a botanical garden and is within walking distance of Kershaw and Curtis Mill Parks.
Kells Park has a popular walking path that is perfect for getting your steps in.
Enjoy a picnic under the shaded pavilion at Hillside Park.
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University of Delaware events, concerts and local venues
The Bob Carpenter Center is a hub for the University of Delaware's basketball and volleyball games. Next door is Delaware Stadium, home of the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens. "The Newark concert series, off Main Street and at White Clay Creek State Park, are big community draws," Christie says. The city hosts the Spring Concert Series on the lawn at the university's Academy Building. Christie says the Summer Concert Series at the park can attract over 300 locals each Wednesday. Downtown Newark's venues are known to host small-time affairs, such as Comedy Night at Midnight Oil Brewing Company.
Enjoy a night out with loved ones at the Spring Concert Series in Newark.
Dustin Manucci Trio rocking out at the Spring Concert Series in Downtown Newark.
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Traveling by DART bus or from Newark Station
The area is walkable and bikeable to many hotspots, including the university and shops on Main Street. The city provides fixed routes and on-demand bus services for commutes around the city. Bus stops line down Main Street, College Avenue and Elkton Road. To the south, the Newark Station connects to Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.
White Clay Creek can be a flood risk
White Clay Creek cuts through part of the north side of Downtown Newark. In times of significant rainfall, some parts of the neighborhood have a risk of flooding. The city recommends that residents park vehicles on higher ground during expected storms.
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Parks in this Area
Devon Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Curtis Mill Park
Trails
Parking Lot
Kells Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Iron Hill Park
Lumbrook Park
Lewis Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Tennis
George Read Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Hillside Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Phillips Park
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
48 min drive
Bus
Newark Transit Hub (Pomeroy La)
Bus
W Park Pl & S Main St
Bus
S College Ave & Amstel Ave-Ped X
Bus
W Park Pl & Apple Rd
Bus
Delaware Ave & S College Ave-Newark
Bus
Marrows Rd & Wyoming Rd
Bus
S College Ave & W Park Pl
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Newark
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Newark, Newark sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Newark, Newark over the last 12 months is $426,248, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
16,511
Median Age
26
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,746
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,617
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
61%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
% Population in Labor Force
47.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
93/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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