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Property Description
Recently updated and move-in ready, this charming 2-bedroom home is located in the heart of the Historic District of Old New Castle. Blending timeless character with modern updates, this traditional three-level home offers comfortable living in one of Delaware's most desirable waterfront communities. Recent improvements include durable 22-mil luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpeting, fresh interior paint, a new roof, stainless steel appliances, and more. The main level features a bright and inviting living room, a formal dining room, and an updated kitchen that opens to a spacious deck-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom. The finished walk-out lower level offers a cozy family room with a fireplace and half a bath with direct access to the backyard, providing additional living space ideal for a media room, home office, or recreation area. With Battery Park just behind the home, you'll enjoy easy access to scenic walking and biking trails along the Delaware River. Stroll into the historic downtown to explore charming restaurants, shops, museums, and year-round community events. This home offers the perfect combination of modern updates, historic charm, and an unbeatable location. Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in the heart of Historic Old New Castle! seller is a real estate licensed agent in Delaware
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 53 W 4th St
General
- Sold For: $315,000
- Taxes: $1,285 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: DENC2106550
- Added to Site: 99 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
- County: NEW CASTLE
- Subdivision: OLD NEW CASTLE
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Colonial
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 100
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 100 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 100 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,306
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $3,399
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $262,400
- Tax Amount: $1,285
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Concord Realty Group, Manuel M Alvarado
Sold by EXP Realty, LLC, Katina Geralis and EXP Realty, LLC, Shayla Smith
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Schools
Schools serving 53 W 4th 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 | 0.8 mi |
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720 | 6-8 | 2.7 mi |
Penn (William) High School 713 East Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 53 W 4th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2026
Sold
$315,000
-7.33%
MLS
8/26/2026
Price Reduced
$339,900
-1.73%
MLS
8/19/2026
Price Reduced
$345,900
-0.57%
MLS
8/10/2026
Price Reduced
$347,900
-0.29%
MLS
8/03/2026
Price Reduced
$348,900
-0.29%
MLS
7/27/2026
Price Reduced
$349,900
-1.16%
MLS
7/19/2026
Price Reduced
$354,000
-1.39%
MLS
7/06/2026
Listed
$359,000
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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.
53 W 4th Street, New Castle, DE 19720 (MLS# DENC2106550) is a Single Family property that was sold at $315,000 on September 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 53 W 4th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Castle? You can browse all New Castle real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

