One of Historic New Castle's early farmhouses, purportedly dating from 1802 with subsequent additions in 1812, 1940's and total restoration in 2000. This Federal style home sits on a double lot with 4 fireplaces (only one used), private gardens, pond and meandering brick path leading to a patio, wrap around deck and rear garden. Home has 3 bedrooms. In 2000 a post & beam addition with 16' ceilings including 1st floor primary BR w/ en-suite bath with large shower and garden tub, large walk in closet, powder room, laundry, mudroom/keeping room . Kitchen has large granite island, 2 convection ovens, 2 sinks, gas 6 burner Viking stovetop, large pantry converted from 1790s smokehouse. The barn has an attached garden shed/workshop. Rare 2 car driveway/off street parking. Quaint historic town on Delaware River and walkable Battery Park with restaurants/cafes, shops and museums. Walk to the bank, library, churches and stay healthy walking or biking on scenic riverfront along the Battery or Markell Bike Trail. Public transportation 1 block away, easy access to Philadelphia International Airport, train station and interstate highways. Owner/seller is licensed DE real estate agent. This property is being sold in "as is" condition. Seller including home warranty for one year.
Sold for $560,000
$560,000
54 E 4th St, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
2,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$649,100 Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$2,954 Estimated rent
Home value
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Walkable battery parkLarge granite islandLarge showerFederal style homePowder roomLarge pantryLarge walk in closet
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Listed by:
Nancy Coning 302-373-7512,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
Bought with:
Rosemarie Rossillo, RS0025891
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2043062
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Kitchen Island, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, Exposed Beams, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,600
- Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,600
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, On Street, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Dimensions: 44.00 x 115.80
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 21015.10113
- Zoning: 21HR
- Zoning description: Historic residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Brick, Other
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1830
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Castle
- Subdivision: Old New Castle
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2023 | Sold | $560,000-2.6%$215/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2043062 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2023 | Pending sale | $575,000$221/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS #DENC2043062 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2023 | Contingent | $575,000$221/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2043062 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $575,000$221/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2043062 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2012 | Listing removed | $575,000$221/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6060647 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2012 | Price change | $575,000-1.7%$221/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6060647 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2012 | Listed for sale | $585,000$225/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6060647 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $513,100 +669.3% |
| 2024 | $1,914 +253.3% | $66,700 |
| 2023 | $542 -27.5% | $66,700 |
| 2022 | $747 +37.1% | $66,700 |
| 2021 | $545 -26.5% | $66,700 |
| 2020 | $741 -0.8% | $66,700 |
| 2019 | $747 +9.7% | $66,700 |
| 2017 | $681 +13.6% | $66,700 |
| 2016 | $600 | $66,700 |
| 2015 | $600 0% | $66,700 |
| 2014 | $600 | $66,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $66,700 +11.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $59,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Downie (Carrie) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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