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  • $529,400

    242 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720

    4beds
    2,550sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1902
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $529,400 Zestimate®
    $208/sqft
    $2,515 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $529,400

    $476,000 - $593,000

    $2,515/mo

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    What's special

    WOW! This beautiful 115+ yr old Brick home in Old New Castle has been expanded & updated w/ loads of spacious amenities while maintaining its historic charm! Enjoy the picturesque views of the Delaware River,Broad Dyke Wetlands & Bull Hill Park/Boat Club from the comforts of the covered front porch! Curb appeal of the manicured front landscaping w/ brick surround & extra long side driveway leading to the detached 3-car garage! Use the front brick patio for your patio furniture or as extra off street parking! Entry at the Living Rm featuring durable laminate wood fls,recessed lighting,neutral paint,open HW staircase w/ chair rail decor,an expanded & updated Powder Rm w/ vanity sink & lots of closet storage. Heading to the left through the spacious hallway,is the 2-sty addition offering an open concept of both Family & Dining Rms creating a great space for day-to-day as well as entertaining! This space has continuous laminate wood fls,custom crown molding,neutral decor,a lg picture window overlooking the De River that brings in great natural light as well as addl side window. The Dining Rm sits opposite the expanded opening of the Kitchen & features updated sliders out to the 16x14 rear deck,crown molding & loads of room for a big table & Dining Rm extras! The Kitchen offers tile fls,ceiling fan,recessed lighting,oak cabinetry w/ crown molding,lots of counter space,double sink w/ unique custom wood built-in display above it & a center island w/ overhang for at least 2-person bar-seating in addition to the extra storage cabinetry! The huge main fl laundry/mud room is at the back of the Kitchen featuring vinyl fls,neutral decor,natural light & convenient exit to the backyard brick patio! Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms & full bath. The Master Br offers loads of space,great natural light,neutral carpet & paint,crown molding,both side & rear windows,walk-in closet & separate double closet that could be converted to a private full bath adding convenience & value! The renovated full bath is huge & offers a lg vanity,beautiful lam fls,recessed lighting & a unique built-in tub/shower combo! All 3 addl Bedrooms are very spacious. 2 are front facing w/ beautiful views of the river,crown molding,neutral decor,lighted ceiling fans & large closet storage. The 4th Br features laminate fls,recessed lighting & ceiling fan. This awesome home is move-in ready! Become a part of Historic Old New Castle & all of its charm,shopping,museums & monuments! See it! Love it! Buy it!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range / Oven
    Features
    • CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Partially finished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,550 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stucco, Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 5,227 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2101500115

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Foundation: Crawl/Raised
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1902

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: New Castle

    Other

    Other facts
    • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Heating YN: Y
    • Bathrooms Full: 1
    • Property Type: Residential
    • Bathrooms Half: 1
    • Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
    • Parking Features: Street
    • Structure Type: Detached
    • Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
    • Tax Lot: 115
    • Tax Annual Amount: 1491.0
    • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2550
    • Standard Status: Active Under Contract
    • Pool: No Pool
    • Type of Parking: Off Street, On Street
    • Total SQFT Source: Assessor

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/12/2018Sold$355,000-5.3%$139/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/12/2018Pending sale$375,000$147/sqft
    Source: Keller William Realty #1001997182 Report a problem
    7/7/2018Listed for sale$375,000-3.8%$147/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate-Ne #1001997182 Report a problem
    6/3/2018Listing removed$390,000$153/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX ASSOCIATES #1000327649 Report a problem
    5/12/2018Price change$390,000-2.5%$153/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington #1000327649 Report a problem
    3/2/2018Price change$399,900-2.5%$157/sqft
    Source: Re/Max Associates-Wilmington #1000327649 Report a problem
    11/21/2017Price change$410,000-4.7%$161/sqft
    Source: Re/Max Associates-Wilmington #1000327649 Report a problem
    9/25/2017Price change$430,000-4.4%$169/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington #7044773 Report a problem
    8/30/2017Price change$450,000-3.2%$176/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington #7044773 Report a problem
    6/2/2017Price change$465,000-2.1%$182/sqft
    Source: Curt Scully Realty Company #6935598 Report a problem
    2/28/2017Listed for sale$475,000$186/sqft
    Source: Curt Scully Realty Company #6935598 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $488,000 +1102%
    2024$1,165 +10.6%$40,600
    2023$1,053 -3.8%$40,600
    2022$1,095 +1.5%$40,600
    2021$1,079 -1%$40,600
    2020$1,090 -0.6%$40,600
    2019$1,097 +9.2%$40,600
    2017$1,004 +14.4%$40,600
    2016$878 $40,600
    2015$878 +5.1%$40,600 +5.2%
    2014$835 $38,600
    2013-- $38,600
    2012-- $38,600
    2011-- $38,600
    2010-- $38,600
    2009-- $38,600
    2008-- $38,600
    2007-- $38,600 +45.7%
    2006-- $26,500
    2005-- $26,500
    2004-- $26,500
    2003-- $26,500
    2002-- $26,500
    2001-- $26,500

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19720

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Downie
    • Middle: Calvin R. Mccullough
    • High: William Penn
    • District: Colonial

    Source: The 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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