Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate33 W Fourth Street, New Castle, DE 19720 $280,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,925
Acreage: 0.06
Age:125 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Old New Castle
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached
Description
Investor Opportunity ! Here’s your chance to purchase a solid home in Historic New Castle, ready for renovation. With nearby renovated values trending upward of 500,000, this property offers strong potential for owner-occupants using renovation financing or for investors seeking a resale project. The home features newer windows throughout, a desirable floor plan, and solid fundamental care over the years. The main level includes a spacious living room with wide oak plank hardwood floors and a fireplace, a formal dining room, a convenient powder room, and a large eat-in kitchen with space for both a center island and a table for 4–6. Off the kitchen is a rear sunroom with ceramic flooring, heating and air conditioning, and modern ceiling fans—ideal as a sitting room or flexible space looking toward the waterfront. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath with double vanity, separate toilet area, and a tub/shower combo with modular surround. The basement offers excellent storage or workshop potential, use your imagination. There is walk-out from the basement to the backyard. Systems include a newer hot water heater and a well-maintained Armstrong oil burner with onsite oil tank central A/C. Outside is a rear Trex-style deck with views toward the water and access to all that walkable Historic New Castle offers—restaurants, shops, and historic sites just blocks away. Being sold as-is to settle a trust. Seller will make no repairs. Buyers are encouraged to bring contractors and complete due diligence then submit your best offer. Offers may not be reviewed until market time is 10 days. Inspections are welcome for informational purposes only with no contingency. Buyer to verify taxes and possible senior exemption. Cash or hard money preferred.
Bedroom 2: 11 X 18 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 11 X 14 - Upper 1
Full Bath: 13 X 5 - Upper 1
Living Room: 19 X 13 - Main
Half Bath: 4 X 8 - Main
Kitchen: 19 X 12 - Main
Sun/Florida Room: 16 X 14 - Main
Basement: 21 X 35 - Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Elem. School: Carrie Downie Mid. School: Mccullough High School: William Penn
Features
Utilities
Central Heating, Forced Air Heating, Oil, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Circuit Breakers, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Hookup Laundry, Upper Floor Laundry, Washer In Unit, Cable TV, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Utilities - Phone, Phone Available
Garage/Parking
None
Interior
Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Full Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood Fireplace, Storm Doors
Exterior
Block Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Flat Roof, Shingle Roof, Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior, Vinyl Siding, Brick Porch/Deck, Enclosed Porch/Deck, Patio(s)
Lot
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Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty Wilmington , (302) 299-1100
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