136 East 2nd Street

New Castle, DE 19720

$620,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,950 Sq. Ft.
$318 / Sq. Ft.
1,950
Sq. Ft.
$318
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Authentic, brick Colonial era townhome in the heart of the Old New Castle Historic District. This circa 1740 home has all the historic features, yet boasts modern updates. The main level has a double parlor with 2 wood burning fireplaces just off the entrance hall. Next is the dining room with another wood burning fireplace with the original cooking crane. The gourmet kitchen has a 48" gas range, Dacor range hood, 48" Subzero refrigerator/freezer, cherry cabinets, granite countertops, exposed brick...Authentic, brick Colonial era townhome in the heart of the Old New Castle Historic District. This circa 1740 home has all the historic features, yet boasts modern updates. The main level has a double parlor with 2 wood burning fireplaces just off the entrance hall. Next is the dining room with another wood burning fireplace with the original cooking crane. The gourmet kitchen has a 48" gas range, Dacor range hood, 48" Subzero refrigerator/freezer, cherry cabinets, granite countertops, exposed brick wall and more. Just off the kitchen is the spacious, screened porch that overlooks the charming backyard gardens. There are 2 staircases to the upper floors which offer lots of flexibility. You can use a bedroom on the second floor or the third floor as the primary bedroom. There are 2 other rooms that can be bedrooms, office, study or any other use you can imagine. The 2 full baths have been updated. The third floor bedroom has exposed beams, dormer windows and a great "retreat" feel. There are 2 more fireplaces in 2 of the second floor rooms. Historic features include random width hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, original woodwork and hardware, crown molding and chair rails. The heat and air conditioning system for the first and second floors was just replaced in November, 2024. The third floor has a ductless system. The basement offers lots of storage space. Make your appointment today to see this special, historic home.
  1. Listed by Christopher J. Cashman • Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
    P: (302)-545-2233 ccashman@psre.com

Property Details for 136 East 2nd Street

Tax ID Number
21015.20060
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2024 08:10 AM

Property Details for 136 East 2nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #DENC2073650
Days on Market2
Taxes$2,552 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1740
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyNew Castle County

Building Information for 136 East 2nd Street

Stories-Residences-Year Built1740Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Property Information for 136 East 2nd Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: COLONIAL
  • School District County ID: 300200396891
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $65,500
  • City Town Tax: $786
  • Zoning: 21HR
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen
  • Stories: Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 23 X 13
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 16 X 11
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 11
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 11
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 19 X 18
Room 7
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 11
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,950.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 21.5 X 141
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: chriscashman.com

Property History for 136 East 2nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 136 East 2nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$15,200Additions$50,300Total$65,500
Tax Record2024$1,880 ($157 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,725 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,725 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,049 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1740Zoning21HRCountyNEW CASTLEAPN21-015.20-060

Schools near 136 East 2nd Street

This home is within Colonial School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School
PublicK to 5

McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School
Public6 to 8

Penn (William) High School
Public9 to 12

Leach (John G.) School
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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136 East 2nd Street is a townhouse for sale in New Castle, DE 19720. This property was listed for sale on December 21, 2024 by Patterson-Schwartz-Newark, it's currently listed at $620,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on October 22, 2004. This listing's school district is Colonial School District. Nearby schools include Downie (Carrie) Elementary School, McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School and Penn (William) High School. 136 East 2nd Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,950 sqft townhouse built in 1740.

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