68 E Violette Dr, New Castle, DE 19720
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OFF MARKET

68 E Violette Dr
New Castle, DE 19720

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,950 sqft

$400,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,391/mo*
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$400,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,391/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,950 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1994
Living Area
1,950 sqft
Price/Sqft
$205
Parking
Garage

About this House

WOW! This well maintained & updated 4Br/2.5Ba home is ready for its new owner! Great curb appeal featuring double concrete driveway, landscape boarder across front & side with mature bushes & perennial plants that nicely offset the cozy full-length covered front porch with decorative posts & wood trim! Enjoy your morning coffee or tea soaking up the sun & fresh air! Entry at the home's Foyer where you'll immediately notice the warm tones & decor, the updated wood-look luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring that flows through the entire main floor living space offering easy clean up & maintenance as well as continuity throughout! The Foyer is spacious & features a good sized coat closet & turned staircase. The home's formal Living Room is to your left offering neutral decor, great natural light & plenty of space for your home furnishings! There's a wide opening that leads to the Formal Dining Room for those special occasion meals & entertaining, featuring neutral paint with decorative accent wall & large rear window overlooking the in-ground pool & tranquil back yard! On to the updated Kitchen where you'll notice the brand new SS Frig, Range & Microwave (just installed!) along with the oil-rubbed dark stained wood cabinets with all new nickel pulls, double SS sink, recessed lighting, tongue & groove wood ceiling decor, custom wine rack w/ stem-wares storage over the spacious peninsula counter area that sets off the Breakfast area w/ updated sliding doors that lead out to the rear patio overlooking the beautiful in-ground pool & private tree-lined back yard! The Kitchen also features a huge semi-walk-in pantry closet for loads of storage! The sunken Family Room, open to the Kitchen creating a great floor plan for both entertaining and day to day, captures your eyes as you notice the cathedral ceilings with custom tongue & groove wood ceiling & upper side wall decor with attractive track lights, 2 sky lights for added natural light, ceiling fan, custom shelving along the side wall & double rear-facing windows overlooking the backyard. Conveniently off the side of the Family Room is a small hallway where you'll find the updated Powder Room w/ newer vanity sink & commode and matching nickel finish faucet & fixtures! Opposite the Powder Room is the spacious Laundry Room complete w/ window, ventilated shelving & utility sink! The inside access garage door rounds off the main floor amenities. Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms & 2 full baths! The Master Bedroom features updated neutral carpeting, ceiling fan, great natural light, 2 large double closets & a private updated Master Bathroom complete with new flooring, tile surround glass door shower stall, updated vanity sink, wall mounted cabinet & commode along with all matching nickel fixtures. All 3 additional Bedrooms feature neutral decor, lighted ceiling fans, great natural light & plenty of closet storage. Take note that the closet in Bedroom 2 (over the garage at the top of the stair case) also features walk-in attic access! The 2nd floor hallway has an ample sized linen closet and a full updated bathroom featuring new flooring, vanity sink and tiled tub/shower combo with all matching chrome fixtures. You'll be excited for the Summer Season to begin when you can enjoy the beautiful backyard setting of the extra large stamped-concrete patio that extends around the entire in-ground pool overlooking the rest of the fully fenced and flat backyard with loads of trees across the rear for plenty of privacy! This beautiful home won't last long! Conveniently located just minutes from major Routes 1, 13 and 7 for easy commute either North or South as well as just minutes from loads of shopping, dining and entertainment options including the Christiana Mall & Christiana Town Center, Glasgow Park (Skate park, tennis, basket ball, hiking/running trail, dog park and every age-range of playgrounds), the Bear YMCA & so much more! Put this great home on your next tour! See it! Love it! Buy it!
68 E Violette Dr, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,950 sqft single-family home built in 1994. It last sold for $220,000 on Feb 18, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $400,100, with a rent estimate of $2,688/month.

Home Details for 68 E Violette Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1994
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 68 E Violette Dr

DatePriceEventSource
02/18/2020$220,000Sold
N/A
01/15/2020$275,000PendingAgent Provided
01/12/2020$275,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in New Castle

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$269K
$30KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
91.9%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$193
$18MoM
Available listings
103
13MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$376,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 68 E Violette Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12 Shamrock Ave, New Castle, DE
0.10
Single-Family Home
$450,000
08/25/25
4
2.5
1,875
54 E Violette Dr, New Castle, DE
0.09
Single-Family Home
$450,000
09/19/25
3
2.5
1,550
10 W Violette Dr, New Castle, DE
0.17
Single-Family Home
$413,000
08/04/26
3
2.5
2,086
6 Shamrock Ave, New Castle, DE
0.12
Single-Family Home
$398,000
01/22/26
3
2.5
1,650
17 W Violette Dr, New Castle, DE
0.16
Single-Family Home
$440,000
11/28/25
3
2.5
1,525
21 Charles Dr, New Castle, DE
0.29
Single-Family Home
$350,500
06/03/26
3
2
2,590
30 Charles Dr, New Castle, DE
0.27
Single-Family Home
$357,000
05/27/26
3
2
1,400
6 Walker Dr, New Castle, DE
0.18
Single-Family Home
$460,000
10/10/25
3
4
2,527
203 Channing Dr, Bear, DE
0.51
Single-Family Home
$335,000
04/24/26
4
1.5
1,765
16 Courtland Cir, Bear, DE
0.65
Single-Family Home
$275,000
02/18/26
3
2.5
1,638

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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
    "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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  • 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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    "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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  • 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 68 E Violette Dr

  • What is 68 E Violette Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 68 E Violette Dr in New Castle, DE is $400,100.
  • What is the price history for 68 E Violette Dr?
    68 E Violette Dr in New Castle, DE last sold for $220,000 in February 2020.
  • 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 $269K. That is up $30K from the prior month.
  • Does 68 E Violette Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 68 E Violette Dr in New Castle, DE has air conditioning.
  • Does 68 E Violette Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 68 E Violette Dr in New Castle, DE has a pool.