Welcome to 142 Somers Avenue, a beautifully maintained ranch home on a spacious corner lot in the highly desirable Swanwyck Gardens neighborhood of New Castle! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath gem offers easy one-floor living and has been well cared for over the years, showcasing true pride of ownership. The home features a newer roof (2018), updated gutters, and central A/C to keep you comfortable year-round. Step outside to find a brand-new shed perched on an elevated platform with electric and a reinforced floor, perfect for hobbies, storage, or a workshop setup. With easy access to major highways like 295 and I-95, commuting to New Jersey, Philadelphia, or even Baltimore is a breeze. Move right in and enjoy the convenience, charm, and location this special home has to offer!
Sold for $313,000
$313,000
142 Somers Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
1,326sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$257,200 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$2,086 Estimated rent
Home value
$257,200
$231,000 - $285,000
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Updated guttersNewer roofCorner lot
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Listed by:
Mario Ciccarelli 732-986-6720,
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Bought with:
Josh Brenneman, 0038127
Crown Homes Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2086482
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 319 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 X 12
Other
- Description: LAUNDRY/
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, Eat-in Kitchen, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,326
- Total interior livable area: 1,326 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,326
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 9,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 87.50 x 105.00
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10015.10397
- Zoning: NC6.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Swanwyck Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Castle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $42,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,322
- Date on market: 7/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Appliances As-is Where-is
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Belongings
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $313,000$236/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2086482 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Pending sale | $313,000$236/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086482 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Contingent | $313,000+1%$236/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086482 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $309,900+87.8%$234/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086482 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2010 | Sold | $165,000-2.9%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2010 | Listed for sale | $170,000-3.4%$128/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #5747575 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2005 | Sold | $176,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $282,800 +568.6% |
| 2024 | $1,452 +10% | $42,300 |
| 2023 | $1,320 -4% | $42,300 |
| 2022 | $1,375 +0% | $42,300 |
| 2021 | $1,375 -0.6% | $42,300 |
| 2020 | $1,383 +0.3% | $42,300 |
| 2019 | $1,379 +8.7% | $42,300 |
| 2017 | $1,268 +11.7% | $42,300 |
| 2016 | $1,135 | $42,300 |
| 2015 | $1,135 +0% | $42,300 |
| 2014 | $1,134 | $42,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $42,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $42,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19720
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harry O. Eisenberg
- Middle: Calvin R. Mccullough
- High: William Penn
- 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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Estimated market value
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