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Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,918 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage
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Welcome to 1408 New Jersey Avenue! This charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod offers the perfect combination of classic character, thoughtful updates, and plenty of space to make your own. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting curb appeal, beautifully maintained exterior, and spacious driveway leading to the detached garage. Inside, you'll find freshly painted interiors and beautiful hardwood flooring throughout the main level. The functional layout includes a convenient first floor bedroom, while upstairs offers two additional bedrooms featuring brand new carpeting throughout the upper level and staircase. Looking for additional space? The unfinished basement offers over 750 square feet of additional space with endless possibilities! Whether you envision a home gym, recreation room, workshop, or simply need extra storage, there's plenty of room to bring your ideas to life. Step outside to enjoy the spacious backyard, fully enclosed with a privacy fence, providing a wonderful setting for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. One of the home's standout features is the detached garage with an attached screened in porch, offering a unique space to enjoy your morning coffee, host gatherings, or unwind on a summer evening without the bugs! Major improvements include a new roof in 2023, an HVAC system installed in 2019 with a conversion from oil to propane, and a water heater that's just one year old. With its charming curb appeal, flexible living spaces, recent updates, and fantastic outdoor features, this home has so much to offer. Don't miss your opportunity to make 1408 New Jersey Avenue your own!

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General

Price: $290,000
Taxes: $1,760 (2025)
Status: Active
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2112636
Updated: 10/8/2026
Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 2
Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area

Location

Area: New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
County: NEW CASTLE
Subdivision: LEEDOM ESTATES
Driving Directions: From 141-S: Turn left onto Jay Drive, Turn right into Talbot Drive, Turn left onto Morrison Ave, Turn right into Pennewill Drive, Turn left onto New Jersey Ave - home is on left

School Information

School District: Colonial

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Stucco
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Block
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,918
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,150 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,150 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1953
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: NC5
Fencing (Description): Privacy, Rear

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $252.17
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,363
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $358
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $227,400
Tax Amount: $1,760
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1150

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Kitchen Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Basement Cabinetry - All As-Is
Lot Number: 361

Listed by Foraker Realty Co., Paige Elizabeth Rhoades

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Schools

Schools serving 1408 New Jersey Ave

School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE

Name	Grades	Distance
New Castle Elementary School 903 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720	K-5	2 mi
Read (George) Middle School 314 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720	6-8	1.1 mi
Penn (William) High School 713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720	9-12	1.6 mi

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Price & Sales History for 1408 New Jersey Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/08/2026

Listed

$290,000

77.91%

MLS

8/23/2018

Sold

$163,000

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Tax History

Tax History for 1408 New Jersey Ave

Year

Property Taxes

Change

Tax Assessment

Change

2025

$1,521

2%

$227,400

423%

2024

$1,493

10%

$43,500

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2023

$1,358

-4%

$43,500

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2022

$1,414

—

$43,500

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2021

$1,414

-1%

$43,500

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2020

$1,422

—

$43,500

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2019

$1,418

9%

$43,500

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2017

$1,304

462%

$43,500

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2016

$232

2%

$43,500

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2013

$227

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$43,500

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