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  • $295,000

    117 Rita Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

    3beds
    1,025sqft
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    $2,024/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1952
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $270,100 Zestimate®
    $288/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Manageable yardSingle-level livingThree-bedroom detached ranch homeConvenient one-level floor planTiled entryKitchen features stainless-steel appliances
    SINGLE-FAMILY HOME UNDER $300,000 IN NEW CASTLE! Priced at $295,000, 117 Rita Road offers an opportunity to own a three-bedroom detached ranch home with a convenient one-level floor plan and easy access to major routes throughout northern Delaware. Inside, the home offers approximately 1,025 square feet of living space with an open layout connecting the main living and dining areas. The living room provides plenty of space for everyday living, while the adjoining dining area offers direct access to the rear yard. The kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, ample cabinetry and counter space, with an open connection to the main living area. All three bedrooms are located on the main level, along with a full bathroom. Carpeted living and bedroom areas, a tiled entry and the convenience of single-level living make the floor plan straightforward and functional. Outside, the .14-acre lot provides a manageable yard with a small rear patio for outdoor seating and entertaining. With no basement, everything you need is conveniently located on one level, and no HOA fee means one less monthly expense to consider. Location is a major advantage. Situated in New Castle, Delaware, 117 Rita Road provides convenient access to Route 13, Route 141 and I-95, with straightforward connections to Wilmington, Newark, the Delaware Memorial Bridge and Philadelphia. For buyers searching for a single-family home under $300,000 in New Castle County, a 3-bedroom ranch in New Castle, Delaware, or a detached home with one-level living and no HOA, 117 Rita Road checks some important boxes at a price point that can be increasingly difficult to find.
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    Listed by:

    David Sordelet 302-613-4228,

    Real Broker, LLC 3025567215,

    Listing Team: Team Sordelet, Co-Listing Team: Team Sordelet,Co-Listing Agent: Christina N Foster 302-530-8484,

    Real Broker, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2111086MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,025
      • Total interior livable area: 1,025 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,025
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 10014.10098
      • Zoning: NC5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Asbestos
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1952

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Septic
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Chelsea Estates
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: New Castle

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $288/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $238,700
      • Annual tax amount: $1,848
      • Date on market: 9/11/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $270,100

        $251,000 - $289,000

        $1,861/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/11/2026Listed for sale$295,000+84.4%$288/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DENC2111086 Report a problem
        8/1/2016Sold$160,000+0.1%$156/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/11/2016Listed for sale$159,900-26.8%$156/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster - Hockessin #6809506 Report a problem
        5/2/2016Sold$218,355+36.6%$213/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/6/2007Sold$159,900-1.8%$156/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/29/2005Sold$162,900+91.6%$159/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/24/2004Sold$85,000$83/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,847 +52.9%$238,700 +578.1%
        2024$1,208 +10%$35,200
        2023$1,099 -4%$35,200
        2022$1,144 +0%$35,200
        2021$1,144 -0.6%$35,200
        2020$1,151 +0.3%$35,200
        2019$1,147 +8.8%$35,200
        2017$1,055 $35,200
        2016-- $35,200
        2015-- $35,200
        2014$944 $35,200
        2013-- $35,200
        2012-- $35,200
        2011-- $35,200
        2010-- $35,200
        2009-- $35,200
        2008-- $35,200
        2007-- $35,200
        2006-- $35,200
        2005-- $35,200
        2004-- $35,200
        2003-- $35,200
        2002-- $35,200
        2001-- $35,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 19720

        Getting around

        28 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        35 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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