Welcome to this one-of-a-kind gem in the heart of Newark! Rarely does a 5-bedroom home become available in the sought-after Fairfield Crest neighborhood—and this one is ready for its next owner to move right in. Situated on a prominent corner lot, this home boasts exceptional curb appeal with mature landscaping and a charming, newly installed front door that creates a warm and inviting first impression. Step inside to original hardwood floors that flow seamlessly through the spacious formal living room, beautifully lit by a triple window. The adjacent formal dining room features a picture window that frames backyard views. The kitchen was transformed in 2019, complete with Mannington flooring, granite countertops, a garden window, dual gas cooking, and a custom Italian glass backsplash. Don’t miss the cleverly placed outlet in the pantry—ideal for your own coffee station! The main level also includes an updated powder room and a cozy family room with built-in bookcases, a bay window, and a sliding glass door that leads to an outdoor oasis; including many varied perennial plantings which change the view from season to season. Designed by DiSabatino Landscaping, the backyard offers a 20x12 Azek English Walnut deck with automatic night time lighting, a stone patio, a beautiful bolder retaining wall, slab stone steps made of Oklahoma stone, and a retractable SunSetter awning with dimmable lights—perfect for summer relaxation. The patio, the three walkways and the slab steps are all expertly hand cut from Oklahoma stone. Upstairs, you’ll find five generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors throughout. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a fully renovated en-suite bath. Four additional bedrooms and a updated hall bathroom complete the second floor. The walk-out basement offers its own private entrance—ideal for a hobby space, workshop and easy access. This home has been lovingly maintained, with major updates including PJ Fitzpatrick 30-year dimensional roof (2008) and gutters (2016), HVAC system (2017), Water heater (2015) Newer windows with a lifetime guarantee, Complete with a whole-house reverse osmosis water treatment system from Purfect Water Systems. Located just minutes from Downtown Newark, the University of Delaware, shopping and restaurants. As a bonus you will find an entrance to White Clay Creek State Park is right down the street and Fairfield-Fairfield Crest Swim Club is right in the neighborhood! Plus, it’s within the 5-mile radius of the highly acclaimed Newark Charter School. This exceptional home won’t last long—schedule your private showing today!