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Property Description
Proudly presenting 166 East 2nd Street situated in the ever-quaint historic Old New Castle. This property is steeped in history and offers its next proprietor a perfect blend of timeless architecture and future opportunity. The most intriguing value proposition for this property is the prospect of redevelopment. The oversized corner lot offers a patient real estate investor the potential for subdivision to build-out additional residential units. The floorplan of the three story +/- 3,350 sf residence lends itself well to conversion to apartments or condo units. Any change of use or subdivision would be subject to jurisdictional review and approval, buyer to conduct all due diligence independently. As it currently stands, the home offers a large residence on a wonderful oversized lot with off street parking, river views from multiple rooms, and modern updates. Rich in original craftsmanship, the home showcases chestnut pegged hardwood floors on the main level, original pine flooring upstairs, intricate plaster moldings, inset ceilings, graceful arched doorways, oversized baseboards, decorative chair rail, and countless period details that reflect the home's enduring heritage. The gracious floor plan begins with a grand center hall foyer which flows into an elegant formal living and dining room designed for both entertaining and everyday living. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace with built-ins, while the sun-filled enclosed porch provides a peaceful place to relax. The updated kitchen blends modern convenience with classic charm, and a flexible first-floor bedroom with a full bath offers options for guests or main-level living. The spacious second floor includes generously sized bedrooms, a beautifully renovated hall bath, and a private primary suite with dual closets, a walk-through dressing room/walk-in closet, and an updated en-suite bath. A second-floor laundry area, river-view office, and additional sitting room overlooking historic Second Street. The third floor serves as an ideal guest or in-law suite with a kitchenette, full bath, walk-in closet, and versatile living space. Seize this opportunity and claim your piece of history in Old New Castle!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 166 E 2nd
General
- Price: $1,195,000
- Taxes: $3,690 (2022)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2107174
- Updated: 7/16/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Office, Efficiency (Additional), Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Screened Porch
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Wood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Surveillance Sys
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, On Street, Driveway
- Garage Description: Other
Location
- Area: New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: OLD NEW CASTLE
- Cross Streets: Chestnut
- Driving Directions: GPS
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Colonial
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other, Traditional, Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Masonry, Plaster Walls
- Windows: Wood Frame
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 3,350
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,350 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,350 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1906
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 16,552
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: 21HR
- Fencing (Description): Partially
Water Features
- Water Front Type: River
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $356.72
- Assessment Year: 2022
- School Tax: $2,223
- City/TownTax: $1,136
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $331
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $94,700
- Tax Amount: $3,690
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Multiple Parcels: Yes
- Lot Number: 68
Listed by RE/MAX Elite, Travis L. Dorman
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Schools
Schools serving 166 E 2nd
School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School 1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720 | K-5 | 1 mi |
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720 | 6-8 | 2.4 mi |
Penn (William) High School 713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 166 E 2nd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/16/2026
Listed
$1,195,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 166 E 2nd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,468
64%
$804,300
749%
2024
$2,718
11%
$94,700
—
2023
$2,457
-4%
$94,700
—
2022
$2,554
2%
$94,700
—
2021
$2,516
-1%
$94,700
—
2020
$2,542
9%
$94,700
—
2017
$2,341
14%
$94,700
—
2016
$2,047
—
$94,700
—
2015
$2,048
-20%
$94,700
—
2019
$2,558
25%
$94,700
—
2014
$2,049
2%
$94,700
—
2013
$2,015
—
$94,700
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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166 E 2nd, New Castle, DE 19720 (MLS# DENC2107174) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 166 E 2nd is currently listed for $1,195,000 and was received on July 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 166 E 2nd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Collins Park? You can browse all Collins Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

