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$420,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,453 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 hour ago
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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 for 26 E 5th St

General

  • Price: $420,000
  • Taxes: $3,399 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: DENC2103536
  • Updated: Today (5/21/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

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

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Patterson-Schwartz-Newark, Christopher J. Cashman

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  • Christopher J. Cashman

    Patterson-Schwartz-Newark

Listing Office Email: ccashman@psre.com

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Schools serving 26 E 5th St

School District:Colonial School District, Delaware City, DE
NameGradesDistance
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School
1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720
K-50.7 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School
20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720
6-82.5 mi
Penn (William) High School
713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720
9-121 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 26 E 5th St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Listed
$420,000
6.29%
MLS
5/07/2025
Sold
$395,156
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Tax History for 26 E 5th St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,857
-7%
$334,300
380%
2024
$2,001
11%
$69,700
—
2023
$1,809
-4%
$69,700
—
2022
$1,880
2%
$69,700
—
2021
$1,852
-1%
$69,700
—
2020
$1,871
9%
$69,700
—
2017
$1,723
14%
$69,700
—
2016
$1,507
-20%
$69,700
—
2019
$1,883
25%
$69,700
—
2015
$1,507
—
$69,700
—
2014
$1,508
2%
$69,700
—
2013
$1,483
—
$69,700
—
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