5 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
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$119,000

    5 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720

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    Local Information

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    • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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    About this House

    Opportunity to own a residential lot in New Castle with the potential to build a single-family home. Conveniently located with easy access to major roadways, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. Whether you're a builder looking for your next project or a buyer looking to create a home tailored to your needs, this property is worth exploring. Property will only be sold in "as is" condition and seller will not warranty, guarantee or make any representations of the property to a potential buyer. Buyer shall perform all due diligence to its own satisfaction. Agent is related to the seller.
    Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Monica Dullbson, (302) 215-1025
    Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin, (302) 239-3000
    Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2110386
    Also Listed on Bright MLS, Patterson Schwartz.

    Home Details for 5 Central Ave

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
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    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Not on Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Public Sewer

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 3

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 1000940018

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $119,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Immediate

    Active Status

    MLS Status: ACTIVE

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    Location

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

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: DENC2110386

    HOA

    No HOA

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 10019 sqft

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: DENC2110386

    Additional Information

    Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y

    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

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • 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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    Market trends in New Castle

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

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    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
    1007 Central Ave, New Castle, DE
    1.33
    Lot/Land
    $65,000
    12/05/25
    -
    -
    314 6th Ave, Wilmington, DE
    2.18
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    12/01/25
    -
    -
    920 Marshall St, Wilmington, DE
    2.36
    Lot/Land
    $23,000
    10/02/25
    -
    -
    Kiamensi Rd, Wilmington, DE
    2.78
    Lot/Land
    $95,000
    12/12/25
    -
    -
    1700-1700 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE
    3.27
    Lot/Land
    $60,000
    03/20/26
    -
    -
    1700 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE
    3.27
    Lot/Land
    $60,000
    03/24/26
    -
    -
    Chestnut St, New Castle, DE
    2.70
    Lot/Land
    $20,000
    01/09/26
    -
    -
    1208 Chestnut St, Wilmington, DE
    2.82
    Lot/Land
    $13,600
    10/30/25
    -
    -
    102 4th Ave, New Castle, DE
    3.57
    Lot/Land
    $37,900
    12/23/25
    -
    -

    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
    13 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.06
    $449,000
    3
    2
    3,040
    For Sale
    16 Lovelace Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.08
    $395,600
    4
    3
    2,475
    Off Market
    600 Wildel Ave #23, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.43
    $28,000
    2
    1
    -
    Recently Sold
    73 W 5th St, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.43
    $378,900
    4
    4
    1,725
    Off Market
    404 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.43
    $247,400
    3
    1
    1,650
    Off Market
    220 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.44
    $202,200
    2
    1
    800
    Off Market
    600 Wildel Ave #81, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.46
    $94,900
    3
    2
    1,255
    For Sale
    321 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.45
    $252,500
    2
    1
    725
    Recently Sold
    212 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.45
    $190,200
    2
    1
    750
    Off Market
    204 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.46
    $245,900
    3
    1
    1,000
    Off Market
    210 Wildel Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
    0.46
    $254,000
    2
    1
    744
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Sep 2, 2026
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2110386
    		Listed For Sale
    $119,000
    Apr 18, 2011
    Source: N/A
    		Sold
    $75,000
    Apr 26, 2006
    Source: N/A
    		Sold
    $75,000

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Monica Dullbson, Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin, (302) 239-3000
    Agent Phone: (302) 215-1025
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    Frequently asked questions about 5 Central Ave

    • How big is 5 Central Ave?
      5 Central Ave in New Castle, DE is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).
    • What is the price per acre for 5 Central Ave?
      5 Central Ave in New Castle, DE is listed at $119,000, or about $515K per acre.
    • What do residents say about New Castle?
      Residents describe New Castle, DE as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in New Castle, DE.
    • What are the closest schools to 5 Central Ave?
      The closest schools to 5 Central Ave in New Castle, DE are Castle Hills Elementary School (rated 2/10), McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School (rated 1/10), Penn (William) High School (rated 2/10).
    5 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Aug 31, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DENC2110386.