113 Downes Court, New Castle, DE 19720-3707 $409,900

Open House: Sun, Feb 2, 1:00PM-3:00PM
Beds/Baths: 5/3.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,550
Acreage: 0.26
Age:53 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: DENC2075106
Subdivision: Wedgewood
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Need an in law suite? Look no further! This home includes a versatile in-law suite on the main level, offering privacy and comfort for guests. The suite is fully equipped with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette. This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home, offers the perfect combination of comfort and functionality. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this property boasts ample space inside and out and is ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The main floor features an updated kitchen with sleek modern finishes, including gas cooking, perfect for the home chef. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into a spacious living area, ideal for gatherings. Step outside onto the large deck, perfect for hosting summer barbecues or simply relaxing while enjoying the fully fenced yard and the above ground pool this summer. Hardwood flooring and plenty of upgrades make this home ideal. Just off Rt 273, and minutes from 95 and Route 1, shopping, dining and downtown Newark are all close by.

Primary Bed: 13 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 1: 12 X 10 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 12 X 10 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 13 X 11 - Upper 1
Primary Bath: Upper 1
Bathroom 2: Upper 1
Kitchen: 14 X 12 - Main
Dining Room: 18 X 11 - Main
Family Room: 16 X 14 - Main
Living Room: 16 X 14 - Main
In-Law/auPair/Suite: 15 X 10 - Main
Bedroom 4: 13 X 12 - Main
Bathroom 3: Main
Half Bath: Main
Taxes: $2,428
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Dryer In Unit, Main Floor Laundry, Washer In Unit, Cable TV

Garage/Parking
Driveway

Interior
Attic, Attic/House Fan, Carpet, Full Basement, Basement Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement, Carpet Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Wood Flooring, Dry Wall, Window Screens, French Doors, Six Panel Doors, Storm Doors

Exterior
Block Foundation, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Vinyl Siding, Deck(s), Porch(es), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Above Ground Pool

Lot
Cul-de-sac, Suburban, Garden/Lawn View, Chain Link Fence, Rear Fence, Split Rail Fence, Vinyl Fence, Wood Fence

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Public Elementary (24 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.92 mi
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 1.49 mi
Academia Antonia Alonso Academia Antonia Alonso K–6 Newark 2.05 mi
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.62 mi
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 2.68 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.29 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 3.41 mi
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 3.41 mi
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.59 mi
Red Clay Early Years Program Red Clay Consolidated School District Preschool Wilmington 3.84 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 3.85 mi
Christina Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool Newark 3.94 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.02 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.02 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.04 mi
Castle Hills Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 4.05 mi
Forest Oak Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Newark 4.06 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.08 mi
Oberle (William) Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Bear 4.26 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.42 mi
The Colwyck Center Colonial School District Preschool New Castle 4.65 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 4.68 mi
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 4.74 mi
Brookside Elementary School Christina School District K–5 Newark 4.81 mi

Public Middle (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 3.05 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 3.85 mi
Stanton Middle School Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–8 Wilmington 3.95 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.02 mi
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.02 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.04 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.08 mi
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.29 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Christina School District 6–8 Newark 4.52 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 4.68 mi

Public High (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 2.9 mi
Christiana High School Christina School District 6–12 Newark 3.14 mi
Delaware School for the Deaf Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 3.85 mi
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Las Americas Aspira Academy K–11 Newark 4.02 mi
Meadowood Program Red Clay Consolidated School District K–12 Newark 4.04 mi
Brennen School (The) Christina School District Preschool–12 Newark 4.08 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 4.68 mi
Delcastle Technical High School New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.73 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.86 mi

Private (14 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 1.05 mi
Learning Express Academy Nonsectarian K–8 Newark 2.75 mi
Tutor Time Child Care Nonsectarian Preschool–K Newark 2.96 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 3.06 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 3.06 mi
Islamic Academy Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 3.38 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 3.38 mi
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 3.92 mi
Tarbiyah School Islamic Preschool–9 Newark 4.29 mi
Destiny Calling Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Wilmington 4.3 mi
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 4.38 mi
Red Lion Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 Bear 4.55 mi
Tarbiyah Islamic School Of Delaware Islamic Preschool–8 Newark 4.84 mi
St Mark's High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 4.94 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for New Castle (19720), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $46,442

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,455
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.74
  • Households w/ Children: 63%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,648 (63.6%)
  • Rented: 6,799 (29.5%)
  • Vacant: 1,585 (6.9%)
  • Total: 23,032

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 59,664
Households: 21,447
Median Age: 39.50

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
  • Some High School: 7.8%
  • High School Graduate: 41.7%
  • Some College: 18.9%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 12.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.2%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $62,879

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $986
  • One Bedroom: $917
  • Two Bedroom: $1,134
  • Three Bedroom: $1,355
  • Four Bedroom: $1,535

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Listing Courtesy of: Empower Real Estate, LLC , (302) 738-2300, klrw426@kw.com

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113 Downes Court, New Castle, DE 19720-3707

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