260 E  2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
FOR SALE

260 E 2nd St
New Castle, DE 19720

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,300 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,300 sqft

$579,000

Est. Mortgage $3,482/mo*

Local Information

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Description

Take advantage of this SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY overlooking the Delaware River !!! This fabulous upscale 3 story 23 year old townhome is available for immediate occupancy. Offering generous room sizes and a practical floor plan, this handsome home presents with 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths. The first floor lay out lends itself to entertaining. while boasting gorgeous hardwood floors, recessed lighting, custom shelves and clean lines . Take in the view from the freshened eat in kitchen that brandishes new stainless appliances and plenty of space. Perhaps host a sit down in the formal dining area, or just chill in the living room in front of the relaxing gas fireplace w marble surround. Both second floor bedrooms are spacious, and there is a convenient second floor laundry and a walk-up third floor bedroom with skylight, powder room AND, a river glimpse!!! Situated just steps from Bull Hill Park at the end of tranquil and serene 2nd St., this special enclave of just a few towns and a couple single family homes RARELY come to market... There is a detached 2-car garage and an INCREDIBLE VIEW from the relaxing front porch. Come experience all that Historic New Castle has to offer... from dining and quaint shops to Battery Park and beyond, this one is sure to please!!

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$252
Listed
31 days ago

Home Details for 260 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2300 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central A/C,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas/PropaneHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: 2.5Accessibility: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Additional Storage Area,Garage Door Opener,Detached Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: RiverOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public SewerWater Body: Delaware River
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Water Frontage Ft: 17
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2300 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 31

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2001
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Included in Sale: All Appliances, Window TreatmentsParcel Number: 21015.00227

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $579,000Price Per Sqft: $252
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: New CastleCommunity: Old New Castle
School Information
Elementary School District: ColonialJr High / Middle School District: ColonialHigh School District: Colonial

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DENC2056486

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2614 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 0Sub Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DENC2056486
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Tim Lukk, (302) 367-8310
VRA Realty, (484) 800-1777
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2056486

Price History for 260 E 2nd St

DatePriceEventSource
03/27/2024$579,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2056486
12/01/2023ListingRemovedBright MLS #DENC2045352
09/06/2023$619,000PriceChange
Bright MLS #DENC2045352
07/04/2023$649,500PriceChange
Bright MLS #DENC2045352
06/30/2023$675,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2045352
04/28/2010$362,400Sold
N/A
11/25/2009$370,000Sold
N/A
10/03/2009$399,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/18/2009$409,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/11/2009$429,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/08/2009$439,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/06/2009$459,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/26/2009$479,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/01/2001$355,000Sold
N/A

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$2,314
Assessment$89,200
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Comparable Sales for 260 E 2nd St

Address
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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
0.26
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$470,000
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3
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2,800
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$335,000
10/31/23
2
3
1,275
0.39
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$309,000
06/15/23
3
2
1,350
0.26
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$325,000
02/02/24
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260 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,300 sqft townhouse built in 2001. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Mar 27, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DENC2056486.