14 Dalby Alley, New Castle, DE 19720 $399,000

Beds/Baths: 2/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,300
Acreage: 0.03
Age:285 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: DENC2092528
Subdivision: Old New Castle
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached

Description

Enjoy breathtaking water views from this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Historic New Castle. Step inside to a bright, open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area featuring a gas fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and wired surround sound that is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. A luxurious full bath with a steam shower completes the main floor. Through elegant French doors, you’ll find a private brick patio with a pergola and a fully fenced yard, ideal for outdoor dining or quiet evenings by the water. Upstairs, two inviting bedrooms await, one with its own gas fireplace, along with a spacious, recently renovated tile bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and skylights that fill the space with natural light. The finished basement offers laundry facilities and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a home office, gym, or guest space. A deeded parking space at the end of the street adds convenience. Completely renovated about 15 years ago, this home blends modern comfort with historic charm. Discover all that Historic New Castle has to offer including watching summer concerts and the Kalmar Nyckel sailing by from the porch, local museums, restaurants, markets on the green, holiday festivities, and scenic walking and biking trails just steps from your door.

Bedroom 1: 15 X 11 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 10 X 18 - Upper 1
Living Room: 15 X 10 - Main
Dining Room: 12 X 10 - Main
Kitchen: 19 X 10 - Main

Taxes: $2,851
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Water
Water Oriented: Yes; Water Front: No; Water Access: No; Water Body Name: Delaware River; Water Body Type: River; Navigable: No;

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry

Garage/Parking
Other, Parking Lot

Interior
Combination Dining/Living, Skylight(s), Wood Floors, Combination Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Gas/Propane Fireplace

Exterior
Block Foundation, Stone Foundation, Wood Siding, Brick Porch/Deck, Patio(s), Porch(es)

Lot
Panoramic View, River View, Water View, Park/Greenbelt, Fully Fenced

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Public Elementary (11 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.56 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.82 mi
Castle Hills Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.58 mi
Charter School of New Castle Charter School of New Castle K–8 New Castle 1.67 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.96 mi
The Colwyck Center Colonial School District Preschool New Castle 1.98 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 2.03 mi
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 2.18 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.36 mi
Richardson Park Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.7 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.72 mi

Public Middle (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 1.73 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.96 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 2.72 mi

Public High (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 1.33 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 1.96 mi
Delaware Military Academy Delaware Military Academy 9–12 Wilmington 4.49 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.86 mi

Private (5 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 0.33 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 0.73 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 1.01 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 1.02 mi
Fairwinds Christian School Baptist Preschool–12 Bear 4.53 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for New Castle (19720), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $46,442

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,455
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.74
  • Households w/ Children: 63%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,648 (63.6%)
  • Rented: 6,799 (29.5%)
  • Vacant: 1,585 (6.9%)
  • Total: 23,032

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 59,664
Households: 21,447
Median Age: 39.50

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
  • Some High School: 7.8%
  • High School Graduate: 41.7%
  • Some College: 18.9%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 12.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.2%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $62,879

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $986
  • One Bedroom: $917
  • Two Bedroom: $1,134
  • Three Bedroom: $1,355
  • Four Bedroom: $1,535

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Curt Scully Realty Company , (302) 322-1894, curtscullyrealty1@msn.com

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14 Dalby Alley, New Castle, DE 19720

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