17 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
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OFF MARKET

$531,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,150 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

17 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

Est. Refi. Payment $3,193/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 10, 2017 for $342,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$532K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$1K (-0.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$192K (+56%)
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 +46% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$534K
August 2026$532K
July 2026$530K
June 2026$553K
May 2026$540K
April 2026$537K
March 2026$538K
February 2026$528K
January 2026$531K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
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
12 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE
0.06
Single-Family Home
$460,000
02/09/26
4
2.5
1,900
107 Covington Pl, New Castle, DE
0.33
Single-Family Home
$470,000
07/10/26
4
2.5
2,850
23 Karen Ct, New Castle, DE
0.22
Single-Family Home
$415,000
11/21/25
4
2.5
2,100
116 Covington Pl, New Castle, DE
0.32
Single-Family Home
$525,000
06/09/26
4
3.5
2,875
203 Keller Beyer Rd, New Castle, DE
0.20
Single-Family Home
$550,000
07/24/26
6
4.5
3,425
51 Phoebe Farms Ln, New Castle, DE
0.37
Single-Family Home
$498,225
11/10/25
4
2.5
2,650
303 Wooddale Ave, New Castle, DE
0.51
Single-Family Home
$385,000
05/15/26
4
3
1,800
3 Hathaway Ct, New Castle, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$475,000
09/26/25
5
3.5
3,475
50 Phoebe Farms Ln, New Castle, DE
0.34
Single-Family Home
$459,900
08/03/26
4
2.5
2,175
338 Schafer Blvd, New Castle, DE
0.35
Single-Family Home
$535,000
05/08/26
5
4.5
3,875

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
12 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
0.06
$460,000
4
2.5
1,900
Recently Sold
4 Candy Ct, New Castle, DE 19720
0.11
$257,900
2
1
1,485
Off Market
33 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
0.11
$516,400
5
4.5
4,425
Off Market
511 Florence Fields Ln, New Castle, DE 19720
0.17
$456,400
4
3.5
2,100
Off Market
515 Florence Fields Ln, New Castle, DE 19720
0.19
$563,500
4
2.5
3,150
Off Market
203 Keller Beyer Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
0.20
$550,000
6
4.5
3,425
Recently Sold
23 Karen Ct, New Castle, DE 19720
0.22
$415,000
4
2.5
2,100
Recently Sold
226 Keller Beyer Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
0.27
$550,500
4
2.5
2,675
Off Market
8 Karen Ct, New Castle, DE 19720
0.27
$257,900
2
1
950
Off Market
4 Karen Ct, New Castle, DE 19720
0.30
$258,000
2
1
950
Off Market
50 Phoebe Farms Ln, New Castle, DE 19720
0.34
$459,900
4
2.5
2,175
Recently Sold
195 Malcolm Forest Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
0.34
$514,200
4
2.5
3,217
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2002
0.39 acre lot
4,150 sqft
$128/sqft
Garage

About this House

Beautiful home in Wynthorpe - this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath house features an open floor plan, 2 story family room with fireplace, hardwood floors and an incredible back yard with deck and fully wired gazebo for entertaining on one of the largest lots in all of Wynthorpe! Enter the 2 story foyer with hardwood floors, opening to the formal dining room with ceramic tile flooring to the right and living room with Brazilian cherry wood flooring to the left. The hardwood floors continue to the back of the house and to the large, 2 story family room with gas fireplace. Off this room is the powder room and downstairs office with recently upgraded carpet in the last year. To the other side is the kitchen, with upgraded stone backsplash, under cabinet lighting and recessed lights. This opens to the backyard that is built for entertaining, with a large, lighted 285 SF deck, tons of privacy with a treeline across the back of the deep lot, storage shed, and an incredible screened in gazebo ? with electricity, ceiling fan, and even wired for cable TV! The upstairs features a walkway overlooking the entrance foyer to one side and the family room to the other. The carpeting has been updated in the past year, and stretches from the walkway to all 4 bedrooms. The master bath has both a shower and Jacuzzi and both upstairs bathrooms feature double sinks. The living space continues to the finished basement, with a walk out door leading up to the back yard. The finished basement has recessed lighting, is heated and air conditioned and adds 1,200 SF to the 2,950 SF above grade living space of the house. This house includes a home warranty and is truly move in ready and a must see on your next tour!
17 Bancroft Rd, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,150 sqft single-family home built in 2002. It last sold for $342,000 on Nov 10, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $531,500, with a rent estimate of $3,428/month.

Home Details for 17 Bancroft Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposal
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2002
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 10, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$342,000
Sep 30, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$349,000
Aug 19, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$349,000
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$359,000
Jan 21, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$247,440

Market trends in New Castle

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$278K
$8KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
92.2%
4.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$186
$1MoM
Available listings
105
7MoM

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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

  • 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
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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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  • 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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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    "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 17 Bancroft Rd

  • What is 17 Bancroft Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 17 Bancroft Rd in New Castle, DE is $531,500.
  • What is the price history for 17 Bancroft Rd?
    17 Bancroft Rd in New Castle, DE last sold for $342,000 in November 2017.
  • 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 $278K. That is up $8K from the prior month.
  • Does 17 Bancroft Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 17 Bancroft Rd in New Castle, DE has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 17 Bancroft Rd?
    The lot at 17 Bancroft Rd in New Castle, DE is about 0.39 acres (16,988 sq ft).

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