28 The Strand, New Castle, DE 19720-4826 $795,000

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Beds/Baths: 5/2.2
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,625
Acreage: 0.07
Age:124 years
Style:
Colonial, Traditional
MLS#: DENC2071678
Subdivision: Old New Castle
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse

Description

This 200 year old home is well maintained, blending the charm and character of a historic residence with modern conveniences. You will find tall ceilings, original wood floors, mouldings and deep woodwork as you enter. A parlor, a living room with a huge fireplace surrounded by built-in cabinetry/entertainment center, a step down dining room with a sunny bay window, and a modern, efficient kitchen with custom copper counters and stainless appliances complete the first floor. The master bedroom consists of an en-suite walk-in closet, convenient laundry with stacked washer/dryer, and huge bath with double sinks and glass enclosed shower. An office/study or nursery and a second bath comprise the second floor. Three bedrooms and a half bath are located on the third floor. Efficient gas hot water heat and ductless mini splits provide year round comfort. A brick patio for entertaining graces the beautifully landscaped garden. An underground watering system makes maintaining the grass and flowers a breeze on warm, summer days. The Read House Museum and Gardens is just 2 doors away. The wharf, and often, the tall ship Kalmar Nyckel is located at the entrance to Battery Park, just a short stroll to the end of the block. Dining and shopping are just steps away, public transportation is a short walk through town. A farmer’s market and interesting vendors are found on Market Square in the center of the historic district on Saturday during warmer months of the year. New Castle is just a half hour from Philadelphia International Airport, a little further is Philadelphia, and a 2 hour drive takes you to New York, Washington, DC or Baltimore, MD.

Sitting Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Dining Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Taxes: $3,464
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Utilities
Baseboard - Hot Water Heating, Hot Water Heating, Radiator Heating, Steam Heating, Natural Gas, Zoned Cooling, Multi Units, Ductless/Mini-Split, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, No Septic System, Public Sewer, 120/240V, Circuit Breakers, Upper Floor Laundry, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available

Garage/Parking
On Street, Public Parking

Interior
Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Full Basement, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Wood Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Mantel(s), 9'+ Ceilings, High Ceilings, Plaster Walls, Bay/Bow Windows, Window Screens, Wood Frame Windows, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector

Exterior
Brick/Mortar Foundation, Stone Foundation, Asphalt Roof, Cool/White Roof, Brick Exterior, Brick Front Exterior, Copper Plumbing, Galvanized Plumbing, Mixed Plumbing, Wood Siding, Patio(s), Exterior Lighting, Street Lights

Lot
Landscaping, Level Lot, Open Lot, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Urban, Garden/Lawn View, Street View, Board Fence, Privacy Fence, Rear Fence, Wood Fence, Alley Road, Black Top Road, Paved Road

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Public Elementary (11 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.58 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.86 mi
Castle Hills Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.54 mi
Charter School of New Castle Charter School of New Castle K–8 New Castle 1.58 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.89 mi
The Colwyck Center Colonial School District Preschool New Castle 1.92 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 2.03 mi
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 2.12 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.43 mi
Richardson Park Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.68 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.72 mi

Public Middle (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 1.75 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.89 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 2.66 mi

Public High (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 1.38 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.89 mi
Delaware Military Academy Delaware Military Academy 9–12 Wilmington 4.47 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.84 mi

Private (5 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 0.29 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 0.77 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 1.06 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 1.07 mi
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 4.61 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for New Castle (19720), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $46,442

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,455
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.74
  • Households w/ Children: 63%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,648 (63.6%)
  • Rented: 6,799 (29.5%)
  • Vacant: 1,585 (6.9%)
  • Total: 23,032

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 59,664
Households: 21,447
Median Age: 39.50

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
  • Some High School: 7.8%
  • High School Graduate: 41.7%
  • Some College: 18.9%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 12.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.2%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $62,879

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $986
  • One Bedroom: $917
  • Two Bedroom: $1,134
  • Three Bedroom: $1,355
  • Four Bedroom: $1,535

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28 The Strand, New Castle, DE 19720-4826

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