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Newport

Newport

Suburban Neighborhood in Delaware

New Castle County 19720, 19804

Neighborhood Reviews
2.8
$286,684 Average Value
$267 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Riverside commercial neighborhood

Located along Interstate 95, about four miles upriver from Wilmington, Newport is a small town that’s evolved into a suburb of Delaware’s largest city. Since being established by European settlers in the 1700s, the town became a commercial and industrial hub thanks to access to Christina River trade routes and Pennsylvania’s fertile farm valleys. Now, an industrial zone with a chemical factory and warehouses sits along the river. Beyond that to the north, the townspeople live in a residential section split in half by state Highway 141. Sidewalks encourage pedestrians to stroll through the neighborhood or head to one of the businesses along West Market Street, the town’s commercial corridor. “We have everything we need right here. It’s a great location with nice little local stores, grocery options and a movie theater,” says Alex Murphy, the property manager at Evergreen Apartments at Newport Terrace. “We also have easy access to Highway 141 and Interstate 95 and 295.”

DE-141 cuts right through Newport and provides residents easy access to I-95.
DE-141 cuts right through Newport and provides residents easy access to I-95.
Newport Town Hall sits atop a hill and over looks the town and nearby DE-141.
Newport Town Hall sits atop a hill and over looks the town and nearby DE-141.
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Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals

Most residents live in Cape Cod, Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes built in the early 1900s. Home values generally vary between $100,000 and $350,000. Smaller homes, such as a 2-bed, 2-bath brick Cape Cod with 900 square feet of living space and personal driveway, can be purchased for approximately $180,000. On the higher end, a 2,450-square-foot Colonial-style home with a covered porch goes for about $365,000. There are a total of roughly 600 homes in the neighborhood and the average number of days on the market for Newport is only a handful compared to the significantly higher national average.

Newport is home to many styles of houses like these Cape Cods.
Newport is home to many styles of houses like these Cape Cods.
Colonial homes are a popular style in this area of Delaware.
Colonial homes are a popular style in this area of Delaware.
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Visit the tavern or pizzeria

James Street Tavern is a popular local hangout thanks to its casual setting, refreshments and billiards. Other local businesses include Dom’s NY Style Pizzeria, a strip mall pizza joint known for its crispy crust and generous helpings of extra cheese. Los Claveles Bakery is a Latino bakery that has everything from tres leche cake to pan de muerto. While there are limited shopping options within the town’s boundaries, residents are only a short drive from supermarkets and more extensive shopping centers with major retailers such as Target, Walmart and JCPenney.

Meet with friends for happy hour at James Street Tavern.
Meet with friends for happy hour at James Street Tavern.
Dom's NY Style Pizzeria in Newport is a local favorite for a great slice.
Dom's NY Style Pizzeria in Newport is a local favorite for a great slice.
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A rated school system

The neighborhood’s students generally attend the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Niche gives the school system an A- and ranks it No. 2 on its list of Delaware school districts with the best teachers. Richey Elementary School received a B-plus rating from Niche and serves about 370 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. The John Dickinson School received a B rating from Niche and serves about 970 students in grades 6-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17-to-1.

Richey Elementary School has scored an overall B+ from Niche.com.
Richey Elementary School has scored an overall B+ from Niche.com.
The John Dickinson School in Wilmington has a 15 to 1 student-teacher ratio.
The John Dickinson School in Wilmington has a 15 to 1 student-teacher ratio.
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Workout or get active with sports and skating

Dog walkers and joggers enjoy the paved trail encircling Ella Johnson Park, which also features fitness equipment stations to help boost workouts with challenging stretches and exercises. Sitting underneath the elevated highway, the Newport Skatepark draws locals and visitors with its wooden ramps and quarter pipes. At Banning Regional Park to the east, residents gather to play soccer, baseball and tennis.

Newport Skate Park is a favorite amongst the kids in the neighborhood.
Newport Skate Park is a favorite amongst the kids in the neighborhood.
Banning Park has a brand new turf field for locals to enjoy playing soccer.
Banning Park has a brand new turf field for locals to enjoy playing soccer.
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Bus stops and highways

There are multiple bus stops along West Justis Street and East Newport Pike, and Downtown Wilmington is just 6 miles northeast of Newport.

Newport has many DART bus stop locations to catch a ride throughout the state.
Newport has many DART bus stop locations to catch a ride throughout the state.
The interstate being so close makes commutes a breeze for Newport residents.
The interstate being so close makes commutes a breeze for Newport residents.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Philadelphia International

36 min drive

Bus

Creekwood Dr & E. Commons Blvd

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Market St & Mary St-Newport

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Airport Rd & Mowery Rd

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Market St & Marshall St-Newport

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Del Rt 4 & Walnut St

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Airport Rd & Churchmans Rd

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Justis St & Marshall St (Newport)

Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.8 4 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
3/30/2015 Niche Review
There are a few restaurants around but overall not any good ones where i can have alot of options.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Newport US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$313,500
Median Single Family Price
$313,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$267
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$313,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
448
Median Year Built
1947
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,314
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,636
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,699
Median Age
39
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,218
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,450

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
12.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

4 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Newport
Brian Foraker
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