Robert Teeven
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(302) 303-9109
39 Total Sales
4 in New Castle
$155K - $290K Price Range
About New Castle, DE
Nestled along the banks of the Delaware River, New Castle is a small city with a historic downtown district and a few residential subdivisions and industrial parks around it.
Outside the old city center, New Castle’s residents live in suburban subdivisions filled with homes built in the 1950s and later. According to data on Homesnap.com, the median home sales price as of March 2023 was $241,000, while the median list price was $428,000. If you can afford a property up to $300,000, you can buy a midcentury Ranch-style home, brick Cape Cods or contemporary Colonial Revival with a driveway or attached garage. If you have an even bigger budget, you could find a stately mansion or well-kept historical residence with a relatively low tax burden.
"The senators and former governors who live here build 5,000 square-foot homes," says Chris Cashman, a Realtor with Patterson Schwartz Real Estate and a historic district resident. “It’s great for people looking to escape the high taxes of the northeast.”
Like other schools in the Colonial School District, Carrie Downie Elementary and New Castle Elementary are known for their team-driven teaching approach, called "the Power of We." Teachers structure their lessons through a non-hierarchical system to provide students with innovative learning pathways, access and opportunity.
Residents in the eastern part of the neighborhood tow their kids to play at Rogers Manor Park, an open green space with a playground and athletic facilities largely hidden by a screen of woods around it. The downtown area is also famous for outdoor recreation because of its proximity to the water. At New Castle Battery Park, you can cast a line on the pier or enjoy lunch while appreciating waterfront views. From the park, a secluded trail parallels the river down to Deemers Beach, a rocky strip along the water popular among anglers. "It's great for cycling," Cashman says. "You don't have to cycle on the road and there are lots of areas in the south where it's less populated."
Settlers founded New Castle in 1651 and later made it the capital of the Delaware colony about a decade later. The area’s history is celebrated in various ways. At Jessop's Tavern, servers wearing tri-corner hats and other colonial garb bring out dishes on large paddle-style serving boards. In June, the city celebrates Separation Day with parades, festival events and a fireworks show to recognize when Delaware split from Pennsylvania to declare independence from the British.
Wilmington is about six miles upriver, so New Castle residents are a short drive from restaurants, businesses and civic institutions in the state’s largest city. In addition to being the main road leading to the metropolitan hub, US Route 13 is where many of the area’s residents visit supermarkets and big box stores or dine at local restaurants and national franchises. The New Castle Farmers Market is a highway landmark. Its large warehouse and parking lot bazaar are filled on the weekends with vendors selling various goods, including fresh flowers, craft beer, motorcycle saddlebags, contractor tools and vintage watches. Among the local eateries, the Dove Diner is open 24 hours a day and was recently remodeled, bringing a fresh and clean Art Deco style to its walls and fixtures that make the familiar vinyl upholstered booths even more comfortable as you enjoy a stack of pancakes or a patty melt on rye.
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New Castle by the Numbers
5,725
Population
$298K
Average Housing Value
25
Average Days on Market
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$305,000
Median Single Family Price
$310,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Months Of Supply
1
Demographics and Finance
Median Household Income
$81K
Higher than National Average
$71K
% Owners
64%
Higher than National Average
63%
College Graduates
30%
Lower than National Average
34%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45″
Average Winter Low
26°F
Average Summer High
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11″
Average Home Value
Top Schools in New Castle, DE
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Best Public Elementary Schools
#1 Harry O. Eisenberg Elementary School
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#2 Wilmington Manor Elementary School
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#3 Castle Hills Elementary School
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#4 Pleasantville Elementary School
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#5 Southern Elementary School
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#6 Carrie Downie Elementary School
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3
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#7 New Castle Elementary School
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#8 John G. Leach School
Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Wilmington Manor Elementary School
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#2 Gunning Bedford Middle School
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#3 Read (George) Middle School
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#4 Calvin R. McCullough Middle School
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#5 John G. Leach School
Best Public High Schools
#1 Penn (William) High School
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3
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#2 John G. Leach School
#3 The Wallace Wallin School
Best Private Schools
#1 Delaware Valley Classical School
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#2 St. Peter Catholic School
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Agents Specializing in this Area
Agent Spotlight
Temetris Hollis-BrittWith 20 years of experience serving New Castle County and the entire state of Delaware, I specialize in guiding first-time homebuyers through their real estate journey. As a seasoned agent and mentor to emerging professionals, I bring comprehensive expertise in both buying and selling properties.
My passion extends beyond transactions—I'm dedicated to supporting relocation clients and helping them seamlessly transition into their new communities. As a mother and grandmother, I understand the deep personal significance of finding the right home.
When I'm not negotiating real estate deals, you'll find me cheering for football and basketball or enjoying some smooth R&B. My personal and professional experiences combine to provide clients with empathetic, strategic real estate guidance.
Let's turn your homeownership dreams into reality!
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My passion extends beyond transactions—I'm dedicated to supporting relocation clients and helping them seamlessly transition into their new communities. As a mother and grandmother, I understand the deep personal significance of finding the right home.
When I'm not negotiating real estate deals, you'll find me cheering for football and basketball or enjoying some smooth R&B. My personal and professional experiences combine to provide clients with empathetic, strategic real estate guidance.
Let's turn your homeownership dreams into reality!
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Robert Teeven
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Angela Ferguson
Angela Ferguson
RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
(302) 314-0098
101 Total Sales
6 in New Castle
$195K - $400K Price Range
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Brian Foraker
Brian Foraker
Foraker Realty Co.
(484) 779-1602
416 Total Sales
26 in New Castle
$100K - $715K Price Range
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Diana Penate
Diana Penate
Bryan Realty Group
(302) 865-7368
54 Total Sales
11 in New Castle
$80K - $390K Price Range
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Tania Peralta
Tania Peralta
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 372-4784
70 Total Sales
7 in New Castle
$215K - $570K Price Range
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Bobby Carter
Bobby Carter
Responds QuicklyCrown Homes Real Estate
(302) 216-4178
95 Total Sales
10 in New Castle
$135K - $330K Price Range
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