26 E 5Th Street, New Castle, DE 19720 $407,000

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,100
Acreage: 0.05
Age:149 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: DENC2079070
Mobile#: 2897
Subdivision: Old New Castle
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to this charming Colonial-style home located in the desirable area of Old New Castle, DE. This home boasts 3 bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms spread over 2.5 levels/stories, offering comfortable living spaces throughout. Step inside and discover a warm and inviting interior with high ceilings and hardwood floors through most of the house. The main level features an open kitchen/family room area, perfect for hosting gatherings. The cozy family room is complete with a gas fireplace, creating a welcoming ambiance. Enjoy the sunroom with a cathedral ceiling, providing ample natural light and a peaceful retreat to relax in. Step outside to the large brick patio, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The fenced rear yard offers privacy and a safe space for pets to play.
The basement with an outside entrance provides additional storage. The updated powder room and full bath offer modern convenience. The primary bedroom boasts ample closets, providing plenty of storage space. This home is equipped with central A/C with 2 zones for maximum comfort. You are just steps away from Battery Park, the Delaware River, shops, restaurants, library and more. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this lovely property your new home in Old New Castle! Schedule your showing today.

Living Room: 23 X 16 - Main
Dining Room: 14 X 12 - Main
Kitchen: 13 X 12 - Main
Family Room: 19 X 11 - Main
Primary Bed: 22 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 13 X 12 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 15 X 10 - Upper 2
Sun/Florida Room: Main
Taxes: $2,691
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - S/W Changeover, Public Water, Public Sewer, Circuit Breakers, Basement Laundry, Cable TV

Garage/Parking
On Street

Interior
Kitchen - Eat-In, Partial , Unfinished Basement, Wood Flooring, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings

Exterior
Stone Foundation, Shingle Roof, Asbestos Exterior, Shingle Siding, Patio(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights

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Public Elementary (11 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.34 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.64 mi
Castle Hills Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.34 mi
Charter School of New Castle Charter School of New Castle K–8 New Castle 1.55 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.74 mi
The Colwyck Center Colonial School District Preschool New Castle 1.77 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 1.78 mi
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.96 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.24 mi
Richardson Park Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.46 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.48 mi

Public Middle (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 1.51 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.74 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 2.5 mi

Public High (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 1.15 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.74 mi
Delaware Military Academy Delaware Military Academy 9–12 Wilmington 4.25 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.61 mi

Private (5 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 0.1 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 0.54 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 0.85 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 0.86 mi
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 4.5 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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26 E 5Th Street, New Castle, DE 19720

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