161 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
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OFF MARKET

161 E 2nd St
New Castle, DE 19720

  • 2 Beds
  • 2,100 sqft

$325,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026

$325,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
2 Beds
2,100 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$325K
Since last month
Increased$10K (+3.1%)
Since last year
Increased$34K (+11.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$63K (+24.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +103% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$325K
July 2026$315K
June 2026$324K
May 2026$312K
April 2026$307K
March 2026$302K
February 2026$311K
January 2026$313K
2025
2024
2023
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
129 E 3rd St, New Castle, DE
0.08
Single-Family Home
$375,000
07/28/26
3
2
1,325
111 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE
0.10
Single-Family Home
$352,000
11/04/25
3
1.5
1,375
42 E 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.25
Single-Family Home
$299,000
09/08/25
3
1.5
1,700
55 W 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.40
Single-Family Home
$335,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,475
419 Delaware St, New Castle, DE
0.28
Single-Family Home
$445,000
08/21/26
4
1.5
2,475
53 W 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.40
Single-Family Home
$215,000
08/20/26
3
2
1,225
26 E 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.27
Single-Family Home
$420,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,949
57 West Ave, New Castle, DE
0.40
Single-Family Home
$387,000
05/14/26
4
1.5
1,600
57 W 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.40
Single-Family Home
$387,000
06/22/26
4
1.5
1,600
36 E 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.26
Single-Family Home
$460,000
12/08/25
4
3
1,825

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
151 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.02
$392,800
3
1.5
1,550
Off Market
207 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.03
$382,900
2
1.5
1,450
Off Market
220 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.06
$332,300
3
1.5
1,475
Off Market
136 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.06
$507,000
4
2
1,950
Off Market
221 Chestnut St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.07
$225,000
2
-
1,125
Recently Sold
123 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.08
$559,000
3
3.5
1,965
Recently Sold
122 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.08
$333,900
2
1
1,825
Off Market
126 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.08
$450,500
3
2.5
1,625
Off Market
124 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.08
$510,500
4
1.5
2,105
Off Market
129 E 3rd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.08
$375,000
3
2
1,325
Recently Sold
132 E 3rd St, New Castle, DE 19720
0.09
$385,000
3
2.5
1,400
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 161 E 2nd St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1822
Living Area
2,100 sqft
Price/Sqft
$155
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

This over 200-year-old detached historic home with an amazing view of the Delaware River is being offered for Cash only due to the magnitude of the project. With plenty of room to expand on the current footprint on the side or back of current structure or start over; there is ample space for either option. Two parcels for one price, home sits on 161 E 2nd and grass parcel 159 is included in the sale. Two gas hookups in home allow for an over, under build if wanted. The ground between the home and the river is owned by the Trustees of New Castle. Water front property but no flood insurance is required. Contact listing agent for details for either building option and be provided with the possibilities that are currently available for this rarely available piece of property in Old New Castle.
161 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 2 bedroom, 2,100 sqft single-family home built in 1822. It last sold for $262,000 on Oct 18, 2023 (7% below the $282,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $325,200, with a rent estimate of $1,994/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Kelly Reilly, (302) 290-7910
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Bought with: Chris Cashman, (302) 545-2233, Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2050200

Home Details for 161 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2100 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: None,Natural Gas AvailableNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas Available
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: Two and One HalfAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: SidewalksFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Waterfront: RiverNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1600 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 500 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1822
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 21015.00131

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $282,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Oct 18 2023Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Media

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2100 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DENC2050200Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1600

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 18, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2050200
Sold
$262,000
Oct 9, 2023
Source: Patterson Schwartz #DENC2050200
Pending
$282,000
Sep 29, 2023
Source: Patterson Schwartz #DENC2050200
Listed For Sale
$282,000
Feb 1, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$235,000
Nov 7, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$235,000
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in New Castle

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$270K
$3.31KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
93.0%
1.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$189
$4MoM
Available listings
112
9MoM

Around this home

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

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

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

  • 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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  • John ONeill
    "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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  • Wendell Carter
    "Can easily get to main roads and highways. Traffic is busy during rush hour but otherwise reasonable. "
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  • Kelly P Rentillo
    "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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  • jeison Duran-Santana
    "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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  • Leah Sernas
    "Parents should know that there are lots of places kids can play in. As long as they run within the subdivision, it should be safe"
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    "Nicely said by and a true friend and friend to me as I have been through this for a while and it has made a "
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  • Hiskiee
    "Teaching kids about real estate and making sure they understand the fundamentals of getting a house "
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  • 66ksskmmrd
    "Love it it’s great money here and it’s easy to get I recommend entrepreneurs to come here and make your money "
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  • Leah Sernas
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood for raising a family, there’s a middle school and a high school only five minutes away "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice neighborhoods! Dog friendly. Nice place to live. New castle city takes care of your trash and snow removal."
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Jordaynn
    "It’s just pretty peaceful nothing much really happens here. Everyone minds their own business and everyone is friendly"
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  • Brittany F.
    "Lots of grass for dogs to run and play. I see many dog owners who walk their dogs daily. However there is no dog park. "
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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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  • Joshua R.
    "It’s a safe neighborhood for the entire family. Public transport is not that great but it’s available. "
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  • Rayshawn W.
    "children playing all around. Able to walk around the neighborhood easily. No one bothers no one. "
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  • Wnakevis
    "there aren't really any community events. but the neighborhood is quiet. I have never encountered any form of issues during my stay. "
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  • Luar O.
    "It’s right near all the major highways so getting to any part of delaware is fairly quick and easy. "
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  • Jennifer S.
    "Safe for kids to play, not much events like when I was a kid... it’s safe and clean. Not sure why it’s making put 100 Characters "
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  • Natasha.hope.davis
    "Public school systems are sub par & generally unsafe. However public parks, malls, etc. are good. Location is the best thing going (close to I-95 & a hop skip & jump from other states like NY, NJ, MD, VA, etc.)."
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  • Michael E.
    "We have the best holiday events. The spirit of Christmas, Halloween, separation day. All we need now is a pirate festival!"
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  • Kyle E.
    "I have no problem with my commute in this area. Traffic is usually at a minimum, and even during the rush hours, traffic usually flows pretty well. "
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  • Nursesmiley28
    "Nice space between the homes, decent size yards , pretty clean, feel safe. I’ve lived here almost all my life and I wish I could buy a house in my neighborhood "
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  • Paige R. T.
    "New Castle is pretty centrally locates. Easy access to bus at every neighborhood, main highway cuts right through to get to Baltimore, Philadelphia and NYC within 30 minutes to 1 1/2 hrs. "
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  • Hector J.
    "Access to public transportation. Great commute time due to access to I95 I295. Shopping Center near by. Several gas stations. Excellent commute time to a 2 big shopping centers. 15 minutes away from Christisna Mall."
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  • Erica J.
    "Public bus is about 3/4 a mile away. Driving is your only option. During snow fall it is hard to get around. We also frequently have flooding. "
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Frequently asked questions about 161 E 2nd St

  • What is 161 E 2nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 E 2nd St in New Castle, DE is $325,200.
  • What is the price history for 161 E 2nd St?
    161 E 2nd St in New Castle, DE last sold for $262,000 in October 2023.
  • Is New Castle a buyer's or seller's market?
    New Castle is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in New Castle?
    The median sale price in New Castle is $270K. That is up $3.31K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 161 E 2nd St?
    The lot at 161 E 2nd St in New Castle, DE is about 0.09 acres (3,920 sq ft).
  • Does 161 E 2nd St have parking?
    Yes, 161 E 2nd St in New Castle, DE has on-site parking.

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