8 2nd Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
OFF MARKET

8 2nd Ave
New Castle, DE 19720

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,225 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,225 sqft

$279,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 30, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $1,729/mo*
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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from May 18, 2023
New on the market! This charming cape cod style home with 3 bedrooms , one full bathroom and a one car detached garage is ready for a new owner. Enter the home into the living room with an open flow floor plan into the dining room with gorgeous newly refinished hardwood floors on the main level. The third bedroom on the first floor was converted to a dining area but could easily be turned back into a bedroom. The kitchen with cherry maple cabinets and marble swirl granite countertops includes space for a breakfast table or a gourmet coffee bar. Additional features of the kitchen include stainless steel appliances and recessed lighting. There is one bedroom and a full bathroom on the main floor with a second spacious bedroom upstairs. The unfinished basement with a walk out has plenty of room for storage or create a space that could be used as an exercise room or office…it is your new home…. you decide! For those buyers that need a spacious driveway with a garage this home has it!!! An oversized one car detached garage with an attached shed is the perfect place for a car, boat, or motorcycle storage and it’s even a great place to create a workshop! Enjoy barbeque parties with family and friends in the fenced in private backyard or sit at a firepit and roast marshmallows. The backyard is also the perfect spot for starting a new vegetable or flower garden. An additional feature of this home includes a new heater and air conditioner in 2022. A little TLC and a fresh coat of painted is needed throughout this home along with new flooring in the upstairs bedroom… decorate the colors of this home to your preference! Located within a few miles of I-95 and I 495, and close proximity to grocery stores, shopping centers, schools, restaurants and fitness centers. Make an appointment today to tour this home and make an offer! !

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8 2nd Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Walkout Stairs,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1225 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: 90% Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central A/C,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: 90 Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood Floors

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Faces Front,Detached Garage,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1225 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1933
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: BlockNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 10030.30031

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $259,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu May 18 2023Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: New CastleCommunity: Midvale
School Information
Elementary School District: ColonialJr High / Middle School District: ColonialHigh School District: Colonial

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Home InspectionListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 2.5Sub Agency Commission Type: % Of Gross
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DENC2039814
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Laura Walker, (302) 373-4884
Walker Realty Group LLC
Bought with: Meaghan Bartelt, (858) 869-3140, Keller Williams Realty Wilmington
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DENC2039814

Price History for 8 2nd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/12/2023$255,000Sold
Bright MLS #DENC2039814
03/29/2023$259,900PendingBright MLS #DENC2039814
03/20/2023$259,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #DENC2039814
07/15/2016$174,000Sold
N/A
05/12/2016$174,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/12/2013$112,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/20/2013$112,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/02/2013$125,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$1,218
Assessment$40,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8 2nd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17 E Balbach Ave, New Castle, DE
0.20
Single-Family Home
$206,000
10/20/23
3
1
1,475
1 2nd Ave, New Castle, DE
0.04
Single-Family Home
$310,000
05/31/23
4
2
1,489
8 Gillis Ct, New Castle, DE
0.14
Single-Family Home
$319,500
11/30/23
3
1
1,795
105 Prangs Ln, New Castle, DE
0.14
Single-Family Home
$305,000
07/31/23
3
2
1,475
14 Tara Dr, New Castle, DE
0.47
Single-Family Home
$323,000
06/22/23
3
1
1,400
3 2nd Ave, New Castle, DE
0.04
Single-Family Home
$375,000
03/22/24
4
3
2,050
36 Rambleton Dr, New Castle, DE
0.53
Single-Family Home
$304,900
07/10/23
3
1
950
21 W Balbach Ave, New Castle, DE
0.44
Single-Family Home
$325,000
08/30/23
4
2
1,425

Assigned Schools

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    "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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    "It’s just pretty peaceful nothing much really happens here. Everyone minds their own business and everyone is friendly"
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Homes for Rent Near 8 2nd Ave

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Off Market Homes Near 8 2nd Ave

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8 2nd Ave, New Castle, DE 19720 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,225 sqft single-family home built in 1933. This property is not currently available for sale. 8 2nd Ave was last sold on May 12, 2023 for $255,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $259,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 8 2nd Ave is $279,800.