Investor Opportunity ! Here’s your chance to purchase a solid home in Historic New Castle, ready for renovation. With nearby renovated values trending upward of 500,000, this property offers strong potential for owner-occupants using renovation financing or for investors seeking a resale project. The home features newer windows throughout, a desirable floor plan, and solid fundamental care over the years. The main level includes a spacious living room with wide oak plank hardwood floors and a fireplace, a formal dining room, a convenient powder room, and a large eat-in kitchen with space for both a center island and a table for 4–6. Off the kitchen is a rear sunroom with ceramic flooring, heating and air conditioning, and modern ceiling fans—ideal as a sitting room or flexible space looking toward the waterfront. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath with double vanity, separate toilet area, and a tub/shower combo with modular surround. The basement offers excellent storage or workshop potential, use your imagination. There is walk-out from the basement to the backyard. Systems include a newer hot water heater and a well-maintained Armstrong oil burner with onsite oil tank central A/C. Outside is a rear Trex-style deck with views toward the water and access to all that walkable Historic New Castle offers—restaurants, shops, and historic sites just blocks away. Being sold as-is to settle a trust. Seller will make no repairs. Buyers are encouraged to bring contractors and complete due diligence then submit your best offer. Offers may not be reviewed until market time is 10 days. Inspections are welcome for informational purposes only with no contingency. Buyer to verify taxes and possible senior exemption. Cash or hard money preferred.
Sold for $240,330 on 07/31/25
$240,330
33 W 4th St, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
1,925sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$240,400 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$1,994 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 01:04am
Listed by:
Ken Van Every 302-529-1857,
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington,
Listing Team: The Ken Van Every Team, Co-Listing Agent: Ronald Joseph Paloni Sr. 302-476-4942,
Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
Bought with:
Jim Pettit, R1-0002609
RE/MAX Elite
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2085068

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 735 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 35
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Other
- Features: Track Lighting, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Double Sink
- Level: Upper
- Area: 65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 5
Half bath
- Features: Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Track Lighting, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Dining Area
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Track Lighting, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Balcony Access, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Range Hood, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Hookup, Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Has Laundry
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,925
- Total interior livable area: 1,925 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,925
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Brick, Patio, Enclosed
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 2,614 sqft
- Dimensions: 31.10 x 79.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 21015.30135
- Zoning: 21HR
- Special conditions: Standard,Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Flat,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Fiber Optic, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Castle
- Subdivision: Old New Castle
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(k)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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