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$268,500

1401 New Jersey Ave New Castle, DE 19720

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,375 sqft
0.2 acres
$195 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1401 New Jersey Ave

Charming 3-Bedroom Cape Cod with Spacious Yard & Detached Garage Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod home offering over 1,200 square feet of well-designed living space. This home combines classic charm with modern practicality, making it a perfect fit for a variety of lifestyles. The main floor features a convenient first-floor bedroom, ideal for guests, a home office, or accessible single-level living. You'll also find a spacious living room, a dining room and a functional kitchen with ample cabinetry, as well as half bath for added convenience. Upstairs, there are two generously sized bedrooms and a updated full bath, providing a private and comfortable retreat from the main living areas. Enjoy the outdoors in the large fenced-in backyard—great for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. The detached garage offers secure parking and extra storage. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to own a classic home with room to grow in a great location! Home Being Sold As! Price to Sell!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,375 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Detached Garage,Driveway
MLS #DENC2085758
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate Plank
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage,Driveway
  • Exterior: Outbuilding(s)
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $268,500
  • Price/SqFt: $195
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,726
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,375 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: DENC2085758
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Bryan Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (302) 734-4414
  • Listing Agent: Michael Scott Cunningham
  • Agent Phone: (302) 922-0553
  • Agent Email: mikeccloses@gmail.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2016
Home Sold
$162,000
Jun 23, 2009
Home Sold
$100,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$55,300$1,726
2021$55,300$1,797
2020$55,300$1,808
2019$55,300$1,772
2018$55,300$1,658
2017$55,300$1,483

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Wilmington Manor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

200 E Roosevelt Ave

5

Castle Hills Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

502 Moores Ln

5

Harry O. Eisenberg Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

27 Landers Ln

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,380. Most New Castle, DE residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1401 New Jersey Ave

The listing price of 1401 New Jersey Ave property is $268,500.

The property 1401 New Jersey Ave is a house located in New Castle, Delaware, 19720.

Active Listing: 1401 New Jersey Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1401 New Jersey Ave are: Wilmington Manor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Castle Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Harry O. Eisenberg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), George Read Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Calvin R. McCullough Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Charter School of New Castle (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), William Penn High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Delaware Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Conrad Schools of Science (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,726 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 26, 2016 for $162,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1401 New Jersey Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1401 New Jersey Ave is 1,375 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1401 New Jersey Ave is 1953.

This home is located at 1401 New Jersey Ave in New Castle, DE and zip code 19720 in the Leedom Estates neighborhood. This 1,375 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $268,500.

The number of listings in New Castle, DE increased by 51.5% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 59 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $340,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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