24 E Fourth Street, New Castle, DE 19720 $197,500

Interior Sq. Ft: 1,500
Acreage: 0.04
Age:133 years
Style:
Straight Thru
Mobile#: 8557
Subdivision: Old New Castle
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached
Description
This semi-detached historic home in the Heart of Old New Castle is a charming porch-front property, steps from museums, shops, restaurants, The Green and Battery Park. The main living level is enhanced by a large walk-in closet and an updated powder room. A living room, dining room, kitchen ( with gas cooking, ample cabinetry and counter space ) and a small rear enclosed porch complete the first floor. The second floor is home to two roomy bedrooms and a large updated full hall bath with a convenient laundry center. The rear porch off the kitchen opens to a fenced yard, with a patio area and a large usable shed. The partial basement houses a utility room with the hot water heater ( less than five yrs old ) and furnace ( gas ), and a separate room for a basement office, storage area or workshop. The home will convey in as-is condition and is truly a great opportunity to make some improvements and gain instant equity! Set in a gorgeous, walkable town with a post office, public library, lovely riverfront park, lots of kiddie play lots and public tennis courts, it offers convenience and a great lifestyle. Year-round activities include The Spirit of Christmas, the May Market, A Day in Old New Castle, Separation Day, Art on the Green and more! Easy access to major highways, Amtrak and an International Airport, in addition to the Markell Hiking and Biking Trail and the new Avelo Flight Services at the Wilmington Airport. Sweet home in a gem of a town! IMPORTANT NOTE: This is presently a TENANT OCCUPIED PROPERTY. Please DO NOT disturb or question the tenant.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, None, Other, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, Circuit Breakers
Garage/Parking
On Street
Interior
Partial
Exterior
Permanent Foundation, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding, Porch(es), Sidewalks
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Public Elementary (11 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
New Castle Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 0.41 mi |
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 0.7 mi |
Castle Hills Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 1.41 mi |
Charter School of New Castle | Charter School of New Castle | K–8 | New Castle | 1.57 mi |
Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 1.8 mi |
Wilmington Manor Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 1.86 mi |
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 2.02 mi |
Sussex Montessori School | Sussex Montessori School | K–3 | New Castle | 2.88 mi |
Pleasantville Elementary School | Colonial School District | K–5 | New Castle | 3.29 mi |
Richardson Park Elementary School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–5 | Wilmington | 4.53 mi |
Richey Elementary School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–5 | Wilmington | 4.56 mi |
Public Middle (3 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Read (George) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 1.58 mi |
Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 1.8 mi |
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 2.56 mi |
Public High (5 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Penn (William) High School | Colonial School District | 9–12 | New Castle | 1.21 mi |
The Wallace Wallin School | Colonial School District | 9–12 | New Castle | 1.38 mi |
Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 1.8 mi |
Delaware Military Academy | Delaware Military Academy | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.32 mi |
Conrad Schools of Science | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–12 | Wilmington | 4.69 mi |
Private (4 schools)
School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
---|---|---|---|---|
St Peter Catholic School | Roman Catholic | Preschool–8 | New Castle | 0.22 mi |
Delaware Christian Academy | Baptist | Preschool–8 | New Castle | 0.92 mi |
Serviam Girls Academy | Roman Catholic | 5–8 | New Castle | 2.64 mi |
Fairwinds Christian School | Baptist | Preschool–12 | Bear | 4.56 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: $47,712
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,448
- Household Size (ppl): 2.68
- Households w/ Children: 59%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 14,985 (64.1%)
- Rented: 6,874 (29.4%)
- Vacant: 1,511 (6.5%)
- Total: 23,370
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.
Climate and Weather
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
- Some High School: 7.0%
- High School Graduate: 42.7%
- Some College: 18.7%
- Associate Degree: 6.7%
- Bachelor's Degree: 11.6%
- Graduate Degree: 9.2%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $63,018
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: $1,134
- One Bedroom: $947
- Two Bedroom: $1,127
- Three Bedroom: $1,345
- Four Bedroom: $1,506
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