151 E Second Street
New Castle, DE 19720
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,550 sqft
- 3,049 sqft lot
- $274 per sqft
- 1842 build
Perched on a high elevation on Historic New Castle's East Second Street with the most incredible, sweeping views of the Delaware River, this 1800s home truly offers a rare opportunity! The extraordinarily deep lot ( 220' ) overlooks park space and the Delaware River, providing views from the Delaware Memorial Bridge to views east of the property from over 130' of garden space. Its front porch leads to a very spacious living room with a gas fireplace and its formal dining room has a built-in corner hutch. The bright and well-appointed kitchen ( ample cabinetry and workspace, gas cooking, granite countertops ) opens onto a screened in porch overlooking the gardens, park and river. A powder room is conveniently located between the dining room and kitchen. The second level has three bedrooms and a large modern full bath. The rear bedroom has an adjacent large walk-in closet and opens onto a porch affording more spectacular garden, park and river views. Imagine sunrises from this bedroom retreat! There is a third floor walk-up attic offering additional closet and storage space that could be easily serve as an office or additional bedroom. The spacious useable basement hosts the mechanical systems and laundry facilities. The home provides central air conditioning for summer comfort and gas heat for the winter months. An alley from the front sidewalk accesses a side kitchen door and the rear porch. High ceilings, wood floors and a fully finished attic add to the amenities of this lovely home. It enjoys the deepest lot facing the river on its block, offering unmatched panoramic views. Second Street is wide enough for traffic in each direction and parking on each side, nice features in the Historic District. Please note that the home is not in the flood plain and the price reflects the need for some deferred maintenance. Enjoy Second Street's pleasant streetscapes and a short stroll to the shops, eateries, galleries, museums and Battery Park from 151 E Second Street. Historic New Castle offers a lifestyle, with year-round events and activities. New Castle's Battery Park features a new basketball court, a new children's playlot and a wonderful riverfront walkway. Nearby are new pickleball courts and a new Pier that welcomes Tall Ships for popular tours and cruises. Community events include A Day in Old New Castle, Separation Day, summertime evening concerts, a Saturday Market on The Green, an old-fashioned Easter Parade, a Halloween Parade and The Spirit of Christmas. Fifteen minutes to an Amtrak station, half an hour from an international airport, this charming riverfront town seems a world away!
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Last updated May 18, 2025
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MLS# DENC2082036 —
The Building
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Year Built:1842
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Year Built Source:Estimated
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Building Name:None Available
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Structure Type:Interior Row/Townhouse
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Architectural Style:Victorian
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Levels:2.5
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Slab
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Partial
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Total SqFt Source:Assessor
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Total Below Grade SqFt:549
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Assessor
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:1550
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:549
Interior
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Attic, Half Bath, Screened Porch
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Living Area SqFt Source:Assessor
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:2099
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Living Area SqFt:1,550 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Acceptable Financing:Cash, Conventional
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Possession:Immediate
Location
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Directions:#273 or #9 to the entrance to Historic New Castle at Delaware Street and the Ferry Cut-Off. Delaware Street to a left on Second ( just past the Court House and Town Hall ) to 151 E Second at the far end of the second block, backing up to the park and river.
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Latitude:39.66180100
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Longitude:-75.56036100
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.07
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Lot Size Source:Estimated
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Lot SqFt:3,049 Sqft
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Inclusions:Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Ceiling Fans, Shed, Basement Cabinet and Basement Shelving. All conveyed in "as-is" condition.
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Exclusions:All personal goods.
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Zoning:HR
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In City Limits:Yes
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Outdoor Living Structures:Porch(es)
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Waterview:No
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:Yes
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Water Access:No
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Water Body Type:River
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Land Lease:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (302) 588-7410
- Office phone:
- (302) 429-4500
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:21-015.00-135
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Tax Year:2025
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Tax Annual Amount:$1,957
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Tax Assessed Value:$50,700
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City/Town Tax:608.00
Beds
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Bedrooms:3
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Upper Level Bedrooms:3
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Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:3
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Full Baths:1
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Baths:1.00
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Main Level Half Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level Full Baths:1
The Listing
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Central A/C
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Central Air:Yes
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Cooling Fuel:Natural Gas
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Forced Air
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Hot Water:Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
Schools
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School District Name:Colonial
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Old New Castle
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Sidewalks
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Pool:No Pool
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
Parking
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Garage:No
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Type of Parking:On Street
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$425,000
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Mortgage
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$2,275
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Taxes | $163 |
Insurance | $116 |
Utilities | $198 See report |
Total | $2,752/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/18/25
May 18, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $425,000 |