Welcome to your new home in the delightful Old New Castle, just blocks from the scenic waterfront at Battery Park! As you turn onto Cherry Street, you’ll immediately feel at ease on this cozy, tree-lined street with only a handful of town homes. Step into the spacious living room, featuring stunning hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. Just beyond, you'll discover a dining area perfect for hosting dinners with family and friends. The renovated galley kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, a gas range with an overhead hood ideal for chef-inspired cooking, elegant stone counter tops, a refreshed farmhouse-style double sink, and beautifully crafted tile flooring. On the upper floor, where the hardwood floors continue, you'll find a generous sized primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a beautifully renovated bathroom featuring a walk-in tile shower. The upper level also includes convenient laundry with a stackable washer and dryer. The basement features a poured concrete floor and a newly installed sump pump, making it ideal for dry storage. The fully fenced backyard, complete with a sitting area and charming patio, is perfect for pets or outdoor BBQ gatherings. You’re conveniently within walking distance of museums, restaurants, shops, and more. The vibrant life of Old New Castle offers endless excitement with events happening year-round. Listed below appraised value! Schedule your private tour today and make this your home for the holidays!
Sold for $274,900
$274,900
523 Cherry St, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
1,100sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$228,100 Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$1,859 Estimated rent
Home value
$228,100
$203,000 - $255,000
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Beautifully renovated bathroomRenovated galley kitchenCozy tree-lined streetWalk-in tile showerStackable washer and dryerRefreshed farmhouse-style double sinkStunning hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Kara Chapman 717-437-0772,
Remax Vision
Bought with:
Bob Blackhurst, RS-0022776
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Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2069756
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Gas, Dryer, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Galley, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Sump Pump,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,100
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,100
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Free, Parking Lot
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 116.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 21015.10045
- Zoning: 21R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Asphalt, Copper Plumbing, CPVC/PVC
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Castle
- Subdivision: Old New Castle
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/17/2025 | Sold | $274,900$250/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2069756 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2024 | Pending sale | $274,900$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2069756 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2024 | Listing removed | $274,900$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2069756 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2024 | Price change | $274,900-1.8%$250/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2069756 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $279,900+86.6%$254/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2069756 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2020 | Sold | $150,000-3.2%$136/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2020 | Pending sale | $154,900$141/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #DENC490632 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $154,900+59.7%$141/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #DENC490632 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2017 | Sold | $97,000-8.4%$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $105,900$96/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate #6892322 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $265,800 +597.6% |
| 2024 | $1,094 +10.6% | $38,100 |
| 2023 | $989 -3.8% | $38,100 |
| 2022 | $1,027 +1.5% | $38,100 |
| 2021 | $1,012 -1% | $38,100 |
| 2020 | $1,023 -0.6% | $38,100 |
| 2019 | $1,029 +9.2% | $38,100 |
| 2017 | $942 +14.4% | $38,100 |
| 2016 | $824 | $38,100 |
| 2015 | $824 0% | $38,100 |
| 2014 | $824 | $38,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $38,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $38,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Downie (Carrie) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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