Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 2.0 bathroom home located in the Historic District of New Castle, DE. This Traditional style home spans 2.5 levels/stories and offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Step inside to find a cozy living room with high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for cold winter nights. The dining room is just off the living room and kitchen. The kitchen boasts 42-inch cabinets, an island, gas cooking, eating area and ceramic tile floor. There is a convenient first-floor laundry area. The family room features a gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space for relaxation and access to the large, screened porch overlooking the rear yard. There is a full bath on the main level. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom and 2 additional bedrooms, all with wood floors. The bonus room on the third floor offers endless possibilities as a bedroom, office, playroom, or studio. The second full bath is just off the primary bedroom. There are lots of windows and skylights throughout the house to bring in the natural light. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a 3 CAR DETACHED GARAGE - a rare find in Old New Castle. The exterior features sidewalks and street lights, adding to the historic charm of the neighborhood. Relax on the open porch at the entrance or the screened porch overlooking the spacious rear yard. With central A/C and forced air heating, this home is comfortable year-round. There is also an on-demand hot water heater. This home is located just a short walk from Battery Park and the Delaware River, tennis/pickleball courts, the library and numerous dining and shopping locations. Make your appointment today to see the many benefits this home has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of New Castle. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $475,000 on 08/16/24
$475,000
116 W 5th St, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
2,145sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$495,100 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$2,288 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 03, 2025 at 06:37am
Listed by:
Chris Cashman 302-545-2233,
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Bought with:
Victor Koveleski, R3-0018607
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2063378
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 624
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Corner, Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,769
- Total interior livable area: 2,145 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,145
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,792 sqft
- Dimensions: 30 x 160
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 21015.00051
- Zoning: HR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
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
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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