Welcome to 36 E Fifth St in the historic Old New Castle, rich with historical preservation and charm. Enjoy the beauty, walkability, and deep rooted sense of community that Old New Castle has to offer, including walks by the river at Battery Park, savory meals at the infamous Jessop's Tavern, museums, cafe's, and entertainment are all within minutes of 36 E Fifth St. This detached home is full of history, charm, and unique eccentricities that make you want to call it "home." Step inside where the new LVP flooring spans the main level, built-ins and a fireplace accent the living room. A designated dining space that glows with natural light from the large windows leads into the kitchen, where built-in seating, endless wood cabinetry, and tile flooring make it functional and classic. Continue through to the rear of the home, where main floor laundry and access to the lower level side porch are located just before you reach a main floor full bathroom and a massive main floor bedroom with ample closet space and access to the serene rear yard, with full privacy, trees and vines offering a whimsical feel, and a patio and fire pit for enjoying the space. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is an escape like no other. Multiple closets, sprawling space, and a staircase leading up to a multifaceted sitting room with potential to use as a private office, dressing room, hobby space for crafting etc, the possibilities are truly endless. The primary bath has double vanity and tub shower, while the hall bath has a shower of its own for the two mirroring bedrooms with unique built-in bed and desk to share. Just outside of those bedrooms, a hall with access to the second floor balcony overlooks some of historic New Castle. This home has NEW flooring, NEW paint, NEW HVAC, and a NEW boiler, assurances a buyer is sure to love, while offering the charm and beautiful of the classic historic design elements and a uniqueness that will win over your heart. Don't miss the chance to join this lovely historic New Castle community!
Sold for $460,000
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Bought with:
Ross Weiner, R3-0013377
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2091192
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $460,000$252/sqft |
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| 11/30/2025 | Pending sale | $460,000$252/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Contingent | $460,000$252/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $460,000+4%$252/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Sold | $442,500+0.6%$242/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Pending sale | $440,000$241/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Contingent | $440,000$241/sqft |
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| 3/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $440,000$241/sqft |
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Estimated market value
$466,100
