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26 E 5th St, New Castle, DE 19720

$420,000

Last sold 07/15/2026 after 55 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,949

    Sqft ($215/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 26 E 5th St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1876
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1,949 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
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.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Christopher J. Cashman
Listing Office - Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#DENC2103536 • last updated 2 months ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central A/C, Electric
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Residential
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SqFt 2453
Lot Size (SqFt) 1949
Lot Size (Acres) 0.04
County Tax 204
City/ Town Tax 1191
School Tax 2004
Tax: Assessed Value 334300
Annual Property Tax 3399
Year Built 1876
Condition Good
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 1
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Basement Partial, Unfinished
Other Room(s) Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room
Laundry Basement
Flooring Wood
Appliances Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Walls/ Ceilings Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
Fireplace Mantel(s)
Interior Features Kitchen - Eat-In
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Roof Shingle
Foundation Stone
Parking Desc On Street
Exterior Features Sidewalks, Street Lights
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade, Patio(s)
Amenities / Utilities
Utilities Cable TV
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Pool No Pool
Location
Subdivision OLD NEW CASTLE
Water Source Public
Senior Community (Y/N) N
School District COLONIAL
Directions 141S To Left On 273E To Delaware Street. Turn Left On 6th, Then Right On Harmony, Then Right On E. 5th.
Zoning RES
$409K
Range: $388K-$429K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $2,180/month
Gross rent multiplier: 16.1
  • Jul 2026
    mls logo MLS # DENC2103536
  • Jul 15, 2026 Sold
    $420,000
  • Jun 18, 2026 Pending
  • May 24, 2026 Active
  • May 21, 2026 Listed
    $420,000 (+3.2%)
  • May 2025
    mls logo MLS # DENC2079070
  • May 8, 2025 Sold
    $407,000
  • Apr 8, 2025 Pending
  • Apr 4, 2025 Listed
    $407,000 (+25.2%)
  • Jun 2006
    Public Records
  • Jun 28, 2006 Sold
    $325,000
  • Jun 2006
    mls logo MLS # 4711450
  • Jun 23, 2006 Sold
    $325,000
  • Apr 11, 2006 Listed
    $325,000 (+32.7%)
  • Sep 2003
    Public Records
  • Sep 5, 2003 Sold
    $244,900
  • Aug 2003
    mls logo MLS # 4216751
  • Aug 29, 2003 Sold
    $244,900
  • May 12, 2003 Listed
    $244,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $2,001 +10.6%
    $69,700
  • 2023
    $1,809 -3.8%
    $69,700
  • 2022
    $1,880 +1.5%
    $69,700
  • 2021
    $1,852 -1.0%
    $69,700
  • 2020
    $1,871 -7.0%
    $69,700
  • 2019
    $2,011 +2.1%
    $69,700
  • 2018
    $1,970 +30.7%
    $69,700
  • 2016
    $1,507
    $69,700
  • 2015
    $1,507
  • 26 E 5th St
    $420K
  • New Castle
    $399K -11% y/y
  • 19720
    $360K +11% y/y
  • New Castle
    $360K +10% y/y
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