Located in the center of the historic area this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home has been maintained with a total appreciation for the historic character of a circa 1700's home with all the modern conveniences. Enter into the living room featuring a 5 foot fireplace, heart pine floors, exposed beams. Continue into the dining room with fireplace, original moldings, pine floors. Pass by the 1/2 bath into the the recently updated eat-in kitchen, granite countertops, tile backsplash, gas range, ample cabinet space, large pantry. The 2nd floor consists of 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a laundry area. The 3rd floor has the 3rd bedroom and a bonus area which could be used as a office, or a hobby area. The basement area houses the gas HVAC system, gas hot water heater, CB electric. Relax on the brick patio and enjoy the colors of the multi seasonal flower garden with a cedar garden shed. Come see what Historic New Castle has to offer with museums, shops, restaurants, community events, and seasonal festivities.
Sold for $440,000
$440,000
126 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
1,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$452,800 Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$2,416 Estimated rent
Home value
$452,800
$408,000 - $507,000
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Recently updated eat-in kitchenMulti seasonal flower gardenHeart pine floorsOriginal moldingsExposed beamsAmple cabinet spaceGranite countertops
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Listed by:
Timothy Scully 302-322-1894,
Curt Scully Realty Company
Bought with:
Chris Cashman, AB067190
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2078714
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,625
- Total interior livable area: 1,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,625
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.80 x 156.50
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 21015.20069
- Zoning: 21HR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old New Castle
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Castle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $271/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,768
- Date on market: 4/2/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | Sold | $440,000+1.2%$271/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2078714 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Pending sale | $434,900$268/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078714 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $434,900+24.3%$268/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2078714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC522820 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2021 | Sold | $350,000+7.7%$215/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2021 | Pending sale | $325,000$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC522820 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $325,000+18.2%$200/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC522820 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2004 | Sold | $275,000+13.4%$169/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2001 | Sold | $242,500$149/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $343,500 +650% |
| 2024 | $1,315 +10.6% | $45,800 |
| 2023 | $1,188 -3.8% | $45,800 |
| 2022 | $1,235 +1.5% | $45,800 |
| 2021 | $1,217 -1% | $45,800 |
| 2020 | $1,230 -0.6% | $45,800 |
| 2019 | $1,237 +9.3% | $45,800 |
| 2017 | $1,132 +14.3% | $45,800 |
| 2016 | $990 | $45,800 |
| 2015 | $990 0% | $45,800 |
| 2014 | $990 | $45,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $45,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $45,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $45,800 +2.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $44,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $44,500 |
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Neighborhood: 19720
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Downie (Carrie) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Colonial
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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