River Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD
AUG 12, 2025

River Rd
New Castle, DE 19720

    $737,500

    Last Sold: Aug 12, 2025
    26% below list $1M

    $737,500

    Last Sold: Aug 12, 2025
    26% below list $1M
    (on 8.05 acres)

    Local Information

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    Description

    This 8.05 acre lot is less than one mile from Old New Castle city limits. Zoned as Heavy Industrial and situated on a high traffic, high exposure road with typical permit uses including chemical manufacturing, power production, storage & distribution, and flex space. This property has tons of potential with additional uses contingent on county approval. NEW PRICE- MOTIVATED SELLERS BRING OFFERS!
    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 12, 2025

    Home Highlights

    Parking
    No Info
    Outdoor
    No Info
    HOA
    None
    Price/Sqft
    No Info
    Listed
    180+ days ago

    Home Details for River Rd

    Interior Features

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    Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods

    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Responsible for Road Maintenance: StateRoad Surface Type: Black TopNot on Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: No Sewer System, No Septic System

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Included in Sale: As-seenParcel Number: 10035.00067Additional Parcels Description: 8.05 Acres

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $999,999
    Status Change & Dates
    Off Market Date: Tue Aug 12 2025Possession Timing: Immediate

    Active Status

    MLS Status: CLOSED

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: NEW CASTLE
    School Information
    Elementary School District: ColonialJr High / Middle School District: ColonialHigh School District: Colonial

    HOA

    No HOA

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 8.05 Acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Industrial Development Authority, Other

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: DENC2057572
    Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
    Listed by Tony Borleis, (302) 426-2211
    RE/MAX Point Realty
    Bought with: Keri Curtis, (610) 850-2425, Foraker Realty Co.
    Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2057572

    Price History for River Rd

    DatePriceEventSource
    08/12/2025$737,500Sold
    Bright MLS #DENC2057572
    08/05/2025$999,999PendingBright MLS #DENC2057572
    03/10/2025$999,999ContingentBright MLS #DENC2057572
    01/11/2025$999,999PriceChange
    Bright MLS #DENC2057572
    09/21/2024$1,199,999PriceChange
    Bright MLS #DENC2057572
    08/06/2024$1,400,000PendingToActiveBright MLS #DENC2057572
    07/20/2024$1,500,000ContingentBright MLS #DENC2057572
    06/22/2024$1,500,000PendingToActiveBright MLS #DENC2057572
    05/04/2024$1,500,000ContingentBright MLS #DENC2057572
    03/11/2024$1,500,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2057572

    Market trends in New Castle

    Last updated April 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $240K
    $11.93K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    96.5%
    0.1%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $174
    $1    MoM
    Available listings
    108
    20    MoM
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    What Locals Say about New Castle

    At least 339 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 85 % Say car is needed

    • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 82 % Say parking is easy

    • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 67 % Say it's quiet

    • 66 % Say kids play outside

    • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 48 % Say there's wildlife

    • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 27 % Say there are community events

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      "They would like plenty places to walk the dogs. They would not like that some people dont put leashes on their dog"
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      "There are always people walking their dogs in the neighborhood they always have them leashed, it’s a nice neighborhood and quiet too"
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      "It’s a quiet neighborhood, everyone respects each other. Never had any issues living here. Perfect place to settle down and raise a family. "
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      "There is a trail nearby for long walks. My dog has enjoyed them. My neighbors have dogs and they seem to be well fenced. "
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      "The have yard sales every so often very quiet ! Lots of older people here so there’s never any drama . The Grocery store is right outside of the neighborhood so it’s a great location "
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      "there are many families in the area with great parks and schools. great community near the library and bowling alley rite aid "
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      "My family has two houses in this neighborhood. Original neighbors or their children reside in the houses surrounding both homes. We have known them over 35 years and can still ask them to watch our homes while we are away. "
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      "I’ve lived here for almost a decade now and love it. The convenience of stores around, and things to do. The neighborhood is overall very nice. "
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      "I don't use public transportation but there is public transportation in the neighborhood. neighbors are friendly and we look out for each other"
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      "Friendly people nice yards and close to everything including home improvement stores Home Depot It’s very quiet also and I like that . The neighborhood is also close to good schools for the kids. That’s what really interests me as well "
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      "Neighborhood nice and quiet been living here for 51/2 years if I didn’t have to move I would love to stay around and love the school "
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      "nothing special it just quiet. peaceful neighborhood. I wouldn't mind staying in this area. Trick or Treating is safe around here as well. I like the schools my children attend "
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      "Great neighborhood for raising a family, there’s a middle school and a high school only five minutes away "
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      "Nice neighborhoods! Dog friendly. Nice place to live. New castle city takes care of your trash and snow removal."
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      "The area is safe and I feel great about my children growing up in this neighborhood. The neighbors are friendly as well"
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      "Nice, safe and huge area yo live. We love here for 6 years and I hope to be here always. This is a very quiet place. Nice people and safe place to live. "
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      "Thier is no dog park available for the dogs. Also not many people or poop dispenser for the clean up after the dog has used the restroom."
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    • Jennifer C.
      "It’s a small colonial town and has so much history that has been well taken care if through the years. The neighbors are all friendly and everyone loves old houses and have a lot of knowledge they share with us newbies."
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    • Joshua R.
      "Great neighborhood. But there are no grocery stores at a walking distance. Sidewalks are not available everywhere, it’s hit or miss. "
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    • Joshua R.
      "There’s a walking park and everyone curbs their dogs! Very dog friendly neighborhood. Large backyards. "
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    • Abbey R.
      "People do walk there dogs and there are several different parks inNew Castle, and all parks allow dogs. "
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    River Rd, New Castle, DE 19720 is a lot/land. This property is not currently available for sale. River Rd was last sold on Aug 12, 2025 for $737,500 (26% lower than the asking price of $999,999).