26 E 5th Street, New Castle, DE 19720 - Photo 1

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$420,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
2,453 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to this charming Colonial-style home located in the desirable area of Old New Castle, DE. This home boasts 3 bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms spread over 2.5 levels/stories, offering comfortable living spaces throughout. Step inside and discover a warm and inviting interior with high ceilings and hardwood floors through most of the house. The main level features an open kitchen/family room area, perfect for hosting gatherings. The cozy family room is complete with a gas fireplace, creating a welcoming ambiance. Enjoy the sunroom with a cathedral ceiling, providing ample natural light and a peaceful retreat to relax in. Step outside to the large brick patio, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The fenced rear yard offers privacy and a safe space for pets to play. The basement with an outside entrance provides additional storage. The updated powder room and full bath offer modern convenience. The primary bedroom boasts ample closets, providing plenty of storage space. This home is equipped with central A/C with 2 zones for maximum comfort. You are just steps away from Battery Park, the Delaware River, shops, restaurants, library and more. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this lovely property your new home in Old New Castle! Schedule your showing today.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 26 E 5th St

General

Sold For: $420,000
Taxes: $3,399 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2103536
Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Mantel(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3
Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
County: NEW CASTLE
Subdivision: OLD NEW CASTLE
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Cross Streets: Harmony St
Driving Directions: 141S to left on 273E to Delaware Street. Turn left on 6th, then right on Harmony, then right on E. 5th.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: Colonial

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: S/W Changeover

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Asbestos, Shingle Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle
Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,453
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,949 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,949 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1876
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Good

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,949
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Dimensions: 20 x 100
Zoning: RES

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $215.5
School Tax: $2,004
City/TownTax: $1,191
County Tax: $204
Tax w/Assessment: $334,300
Tax Amount: $3,399
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Patterson-Schwartz-Newark, Christopher J. Cashman
Sold by Century 21 Gold Key Realty, Robert Damiano

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Schools

Schools serving 26 E 5th St

School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE

Name	Grades	Distance
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School 1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720	K-5	0.7 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720	6-8	2.5 mi
Penn (William) High School 713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720	9-12	1 mi

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Price & Sales History for 26 E 5th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/15/2026

Sold

$420,000

—

MLS

5/21/2026

Listed

$420,000

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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.

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