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116 W 5th Street
New Castle, DE 19720
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Acres
0.11
Interior SqFt
2,769
Age
97
Heating
Natural Gas
Fireplaces
2
Cooling
Central A/C
Water
Public
Sewer
Public
Garages
3
Taxes (2023)
2,435
Additional Details Below

Description

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!

Room sizes

Living Room
23 x 12  Main Level
Dining Room
14 x 11  Main Level
Kitchen
12 x 11  Main Level
Family Room
18 x 15  Main Level
Breakfast Room
10 x 10  Main Level
Master Bed
15 x 11  Upper Level
Bedroom 2
14 x 11  Upper Level
Bedroom 3
12 x 9  Upper Level
Bonus Room
23 x 14  Upper Level

Location

Driving Directions

Rt. 273 E to Delaware St., right on W 5th St, house is on the right

Listing Details

Summary
Architectural Type

Traditional

Garage(s)

Garage Door Opener

Interior Features
Basement

Unfinished, Block

Fireplace(s)

Corner, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Wood

Interior Features

Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Laundry: Main Floor

Rooms List

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bonus Room

Exterior Features
Exterior Features

Sidewalks, Street Lights, Porch(es), Screened, Vinyl Siding

Utilities
Cooling

Central A/C, Natural Gas

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Hot Water

Natural Gas

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water

Public

Property History

Date
Change
Price

Miscellaneous

Assessment : 62,500
Zoning: Hr
Lattitude : 39.660027
Longitude : -75.567735
MLS# : DENC2063378
Views : 113
Listing Courtesy: Christopher Cashman of Patterson-Schwartz-Newark

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