Opportunity is knocking, are you ready to answer? This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home has been well loved over the years and is ready for its next chapter. While it could use a cosmetic refresh, the solid structure and layout offer a strong foundation for renovation. Featuring good bones, a functional floor plan, and a decent-sized driveway with ample parking, this property is ideal for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build sweat equity. The partially fenced yard provides space for pets, play, or future landscaping ideas. Conveniently located close to major highways, commuting is simple and access to shopping, dining, and everyday essentials is just minutes away. Bring your vision, your contractor, and your creativity; this is your chance to transform potential into value. Opportunities like this don’t wait around. Schedule your tour today. This property was inherited, the sellers have not lived in the home for over 20 years and have no knowledge of age of systems or condition of home. Home is being sold as is, sellers will make no repairs or concessions.
Sold for $195,000
$195,000
17 Richard Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
2beds
950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$195,700 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$1,738 Estimated rent
Home value
$195,700
$178,000 - $215,000
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 08:38am
Listed by:
Kristina Rice 302-893-0569,
Real Broker LLC
Bought with:
Mr. Michael McGavisk, RB-0031017
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2097198
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 950
- Total interior livable area: 950 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 950
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,663 sqft
- Dimensions: 55.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10014.30048
- Zoning: NC5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Castle
- Subdivision: Chelsea Estates
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203(k)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $195,000-4.9%$205/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2097198 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2026 | Contingent | $205,000$216/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2097198 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $205,000$216/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2097198 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $239,900 +548.4% |
| 2024 | $146 +7.2% | $37,000 |
| 2023 | $136 +1.3% | $37,000 |
| 2022 | $134 +0.4% | $37,000 |
| 2021 | $134 +2.4% | $37,000 |
| 2020 | $130 -1.1% | $37,000 |
| 2019 | $132 +6.3% | $37,000 |
| 2017 | $124 | $37,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $37,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Castle Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10Read (George) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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Estimated market value
$195,700
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- New Castle
- 19720
- 17 Richard Rd