500 New Road

Closed 9/16/22

Sold

Last Sold Price

$400,000

4 beds3 baths2,559 sqft

500 New Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.34 acresLot Size

1880Year Built

$156/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Double lot! Classic Victorian Home in Elsmere with old world charm yet new construction inside. The Sellers have renovated exterior with new fresh siding, replacement windows and opened up the front sitting porches. Upon entry, you'll notice the freshly painted interior and hardwood foyer through the living room, kitchen and breakfast area. The spacious main level master suite has new ceiling fans and private full bathroom with custom tiled shower, modern vanity and flooring. The full-sized living...Double lot! Classic Victorian Home in Elsmere with old world charm yet new construction inside. The Sellers have renovated exterior with new fresh siding, replacement windows and opened up the front sitting porches. Upon entry, you'll notice the freshly painted interior and hardwood foyer through the living room, kitchen and breakfast area. The spacious main level master suite has new ceiling fans and private full bathroom with custom tiled shower, modern vanity and flooring. The full-sized living room has lots of nooks and brand-new premium flooring. Formal dining room can handle large open full-sized table. The kitchen offers white cabinets, white granite countertops, mosaic tiled backsplash, gooseneck faucet, recessed lighting and stainless-steel Samsung appliances included gas stove, microwave, & dishwasher. Large breakfast area is cozy and suitable for a small meal. Separate main level laundry has stainless steel utility sink and powder room with new vanity and toilet. Mudroom is great for extra storage needs. Upper-level features large carpeted loft and three large bedrooms with large closets and ceiling fans. Second rear staircase is a neat feature. 3rd floor walk up floored attic is great for all your storage needs. The yard is massive in size. Someone looking a large home this is it. It is a perfect location near Casapulla's and outskirts of Wilmington.

Listed by: Andrew Mulrine IV 302.547.7139 andymulrine@gmail.com • RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin

Listing closed: 09/16/2022 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2026318

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Bedrooms: 3
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Property Information for 500 New Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,325 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: New Castle County
Tax ID Number: 19-005.00-060
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Victorian
Levels/Stories: 3
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (NEW CASTLE DE)
Cross Street: NORTHERN
Legal Subdivision: ELSMERE
Total Parking Spaces: 0
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Room Count: 10
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,559.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No
Property Condition: Excellent

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1880
Lot Size: 0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

Location

In City Limits: Yes
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

School District County ID: 300200396545
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: NEW CASTLE
MLS Area: Elsmere/Newport/Pike Creek (30903)

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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2021
Tax Assessed Value: $47,700

Year Assessed: 2021
County Tax: $148
Improvement Assessed Value: $39,100
City Town Tax: $459
Land Assessed Value: $8,600
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 0
Zoning: 19R1
Tax Lot: 060
School Tax: $1,177
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
TaxDataUpdatedYN: No

Lease Information

Pets Allowed: No
Concessions: No

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Loft, Mud Room
Stories: Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Loft
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 16.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Room 2

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 15.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 14.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 14.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 14.0
Room Level: Upper 1
Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Living Room
Room Length: 16.0

Room Width: 16.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Length: 15.0

Room Width: 12.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room Length: 9.0

Room Width: 9.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Laundry
Room Length: 11.0

Room Width: 8.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Mud Room
Room Length: 10.0

Room Width: 8.0
Room Level: Main
Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Year Major Reno Remodel: 2022
Total Finished SQFT: 2,559.00

Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,225.00
Total SQFT: 2,559.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Pitched
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8016/8580/0714/801685800714_512_384_WM_6t-DPHdemnTE7CGo.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings
Flooring Type: Wood
Basement Type: Partial
Foundation Details: Stone
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 150.00

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Corner, Subdivision Possible
Parcel ID: 2376655
Ground Rent Exists: No

Parking

Type Of Parking: None

Interior Features

Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Breakfast Area
Fireplace: No

Fireplaces Count: 0
Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s)
Window Features: Replacement
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Exterior Features: Bump-outs, Play Area

Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Pool: No Pool
Horse: No
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities: Cable TV Available
Heating: Yes

Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Internet Services: Cable

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 500 New Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 16, 2022	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$400,000	—
Aug 8, 2022	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2026318		—
Jul 29, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$425,000	—
Jul 5, 2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$439,990	—
Jun 22, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$450,000	—
Nov 15, 2021	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2009154	$220,000	—
Oct 25, 2021	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2009154		—
Oct 23, 2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2009154	$265,000	—
Apr 22, 1999	Closed BRIGHT #DENC234544	$110,000	—
Mar 4, 1999	Pending BRIGHT #DENC234544		—
Sep 14, 1998	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC234544	$139,900	—
Nov 8, 1997	Expired BRIGHT #DENC322172	$115,000	—
Nov 8, 1996	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC322172	$150,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/16/2022	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$400,000
08/08/2022	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2026318	—
07/29/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$425,000
07/05/2022	Price Change BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$439,990
06/22/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2026318	$450,000
11/15/2021	Closed BRIGHT #DENC2009154	$220,000
10/25/2021	Pending BRIGHT #DENC2009154	—
10/23/2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC2009154	$265,000
04/22/1999	Closed BRIGHT #DENC234544	$110,000
03/04/1999	Pending BRIGHT #DENC234544	—
09/14/1998	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC234544	$139,900
11/08/1997	Expired BRIGHT #DENC322172	$115,000
11/08/1996	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DENC322172	$150,000

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

Public Records for 500 New Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$2,802 ($234 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,225 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,225 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880Year Renovated1994Zoning19R1CountyNEW CASTLEAPN19-005.00-060

Schools near 500 New Road

This home is within Red Clay Consolidated School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
3/10	Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.5 mi
1/10	duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.9 mi
2/10	McKean (Thomas) High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	4.2 mi
8/10	Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	1.0 mi
8/10	Conrad Schools of Science	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	1.3 mi
NR	First State School	Public - Nearby school	1 to 11	2.3 mi
NR	High Road School Of Delaware	Private - Nearby school	4 to 12	0.4 mi
NR	All Saints Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.4 mi
NR	St. Elizabeth High School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
3/10	Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.5 mi
1/10	duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.9 mi
2/10	McKean (Thomas) High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	4.2 mi
8/10	Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Public6 to 12 Choice school	1.0 mi
8/10	Conrad Schools of Science Public6 to 12 Choice school	1.3 mi
NR	First State School Public1 to 11 Nearby school	2.3 mi
NR	High Road School Of Delaware Private4 to 12 Nearby school	0.4 mi
NR	All Saints Catholic School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.4 mi
NR	St. Elizabeth High School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	1.0 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 500 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$400,000	4	3	2,559	14,810
504 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$10	3	1	1,525	7,405
412 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$360,000	7	4	2,500	5,227
7 Northern Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805	$320,000	–	–	1,064	–
3 Northern Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805	$20,800	4	2	1,700	14,810
4 Northern Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805	$193,000	–	–	1,950	9,583
409 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	–	4	6	2,350	38,768
410 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$190,000	3	1	1,150	3,049
501 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$10	3	2	1,921	10,890
6 Northern Avenue, Elsmere, DE 19805	$177,900	4	3	1,425	7,405
408 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$110,000	3	1	1,150	1,742
503 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	$148,000	3	2	2,700	9,148
508 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	–	–	–	4,752	14,810
406 New Road, Wilmington, DE 19805	–	3	1	1,150	1,742
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