Welcome to this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch home located in the desirable Chelsea Estates community of New Castle. This move-in ready home offers a comfortable layout with both indoor and outdoor spaces designed for everyday living. Step inside to a bright living and dining area with updated flooring, fresh neutral paint, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, tile flooring, a modern backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy outdoor living on the large back deck overlooking the fenced yard – perfect for summer gatherings, pets, or a playset. The level yard offers plenty of space for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing. Additional highlights include: Off Street Parking. Updated Windows. Easy access to major routes, shopping, schools, and dining.
Sold for $249,900 on 11/21/25
$249,900
8 Richard Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
3beds
875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$201,300 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$1,881 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,300
$183,000 - $221,000
$1,881/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 24, 2025 at 01:00am
Listed by:
Ross Weiner 302-540-4413,
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Bought with:
Ana Vasquez, RS-0015208
RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2089546
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 875
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 875
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,663 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 10013.40078
- 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
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $249,900$286/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2089546 | ||
| 10/5/2025 | Pending sale | $249,900$286/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2089546 | ||
| 9/28/2025 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$286/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2089546 | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900+57.5%$297/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2089546 | ||
| 7/8/2019 | Sold | $165,000-2.9%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $230,400 +521% |
| 2024 | $1,274 +10% | $37,100 |
| 2023 | $1,158 -4% | $37,100 |
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: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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