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

167 E 2nd St
New Castle, DE 19720

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,049 sqft

$741,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 26, 2026

$741,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 26, 2026
4 Beds
4 Baths
4,049 sqft

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Description

This Historic Gem of an Old New Castle home is situated on an elevated site with sweeping, spectacular park and river views! 167 E Second Street is a detached, spacious residence, offering four bedrooms and four full baths, with magnificent views of the Delaware River and river traffic from all three levels! The main floor hosts a living room, a dining room, a full bath and a fabulous gourmet kitchen. Completely remodeled in 2019, the kitchen offers a Wolf 4 burner gas range with a griddle, double wall ovens, stainless steel appliances, ample and beautiful cabinetry ( soft close doors on all ) and a custom-made island with a copper countertop. Truly a chef's delight! The kitchen/dining area has a gas fireplace and a wall of large casement windows overlooking the Delaware River ( viewed over manicured city parkland ) and a huge, beautifully hand-crafted Pennsylvania Bluestone patio. Another room adjacent to the kitchen, used recently as a pantry, can revert to a laundry room easily, with appliance and water hook-ups in place. The second level is home to a riverside private bedroom suite with a full bath, an enormous bedroom/sitting area with a fireplace, and windows wrapping walls to provide breathtaking sunrises. This suite is truly a retreat, from sunrise to sunset. Two additional bedrooms, closet space and another full bath complete this level. The fourth bedroom with a private full bath is on the third level and also enjoys the spectacular river views from the rear of the home. It opens onto a newly installed 15' by 20' composite sundeck that boasts a nearly 180-degree river and landscape view. The home has a full basement with a Bilco walk-out, a laundry center, lots of areas for workshops, and a nicely finished room that can be accessed from the kitchen and used as an office or exercise room! Wood floors throughout, recessed lighting and ceiling fans throughout. Gas heat and central air-conditioning, enjoying a new high-efficiency HVAC installation in 2020! New rubber roof was installed in 2021. Lots of window replacements make this home very energy efficient. You'll have no concerns about flood insurance with this home. It sits outside the 100 and 500 year floodplains! All this, and so much more, is situated in one of the East Coast's most charming riverfront towns. Historic sites with world class museums, casual and fine dining options, antique shops and art galleries are all within a short stroll of 167 East Second Street. Year-round events welcome residents and visitors. A new pier hosts tall ship tours. Battery Park hosts summertime concerts, with blues, jazz, ethnic and opera performances, among others. Charm and history do abound in Historic Old New Castle! This home is convenient to I-95, an Amtrak station, an international airport and the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Don't delay scheduling your private tour. Come capture this treasure of a home and enjoy the lifestyle this special riverfront community offers!
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Home Details for 167 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Floors: Hardwood
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
Parking: On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1904
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2613 sqft

Price History for 167 E 2nd St

DatePriceEventSource
04/25/2022$590,000Sold
Bright MLS #DENC2011942
03/18/2022$649,000PendingBright MLS #DENC2011942
02/19/2022$649,000ContingentBright MLS #DENC2011942
12/07/2021$649,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2011942
06/10/2019$445,000Sold
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11/02/2018$465,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/31/2018$465,000PriceChange
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06/27/2018$475,000PriceChange
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05/02/2018$479,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/26/2004$515,000Sold
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01/18/2001$205,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$583,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 167 E 2nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
30 The Strand, New Castle, DE
0.21
Single-Family Home
$755,000
10/29/25
4
3
3,000
36 E 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.27
Single-Family Home
$460,000
12/08/25
4
3
1,825
37 W 3rd St, New Castle, DE
0.36
Single-Family Home
$524,900
06/30/25
3
2.5
1,800
149 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE
0.03
Single-Family Home
$270,000
03/10/26
4
1
1,875
35 6th St, New Castle, DE
0.41
Single-Family Home
$519,900
03/30/26
4
3
2,630
111 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE
0.11
Single-Family Home
$352,000
11/04/25
3
1.5
1,375
1 Battery Park, New Castle, DE
0.31
Single-Family Home
$595,000
08/21/25
5
3.5
2,375
32 W 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.39
Single-Family Home
$350,000
11/17/25
4
2
1,925
55 The Strand, New Castle, DE
0.17
Single-Family Home
$950,000
12/18/25
4
2.5
2,725
42 E 5th St, New Castle, DE
0.26
Single-Family Home
$299,000
09/08/25
3
1.5
1,700

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What Locals Say about New Castle

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  • 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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  • 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
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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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167 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,049 sqft single-family home built in 1904. This property is not currently available for sale. 167 E 2nd St was last sold on Apr 25, 2022 for $590,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 167 E 2nd St is $741,600.