$280,000
SOLD APR 7, 2025

13 Vassar Ave New Castle, DE 19720

2 Beds
1 Bath
858 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$326 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Attic
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 13 Vassar Ave, New Castle, DE 19720, in popular Wilmington gardens. This is a great opportunity for a downsizer or a first time home buyer. The home was completely rehabbed a few years ago. the arch doorways give it character along with the original hardwood flooring. Great location, close to area shopping, and I 95 for an easy commute to the city of Wilmington.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jay Shinn

RE/MAX Point Realty License #5011042 Listed on: 03/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Sandy

RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin

RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $793

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned NC6.5

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 858 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

  • William Penn High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Wilm Manor Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-025.10-070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$793

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-13
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 13 Vassar Ave, New Castle, DE 19720, in popular Wilmington gardens. This is a great opportunity for a downsizer or a first time home buyer. The home was completely rehabbed a few years ago. the arch doorways give it character along with the original hardwood flooring. Great location, close to area shopping, and I 95 for an easy commute to the city of Wilmington.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 858
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 858
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 320.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 858
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 13

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: COLONIAL
  • High School: WILLIAM PENN
  • School District Key: 300200396891
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: WILLIAM PENN

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Open
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6534.00
  • Zoning: NC6.5
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 793.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-025.10-070
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 04/07/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2017
Closed on
Feb 6, 2018
Sold by
Hdj Homes Llc
Bought by
Ralph Scott
Seller's Agent
David Iliff
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Jay Shinn
RE/MAX Point Realty
List Price
$158,900
Sold Price
$143,600
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,300
-9.63%
Current Estimated Value
$278,488

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.13%
Original Mortgage
$140,999
Outstanding Balance
$121,405
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$157,083

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2017
Closed on
Apr 27, 2017
Sold by
Poe Georgia Lea and Poe Tony A
Bought by
Hdj Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Eddie Riggin
RE/MAX Elite
Buyer's Agent
David Iliff
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$69,000
Sold Price
$71,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
2.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
146.70%
Original Mortgage
$98,000
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $140,999 FHA
Previous Owner $98,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $280,000 +1.8% $326 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2025 03/12/25 For Sale $275,000 +91.5% $321 / Sq Ft
02/06/2018 02/06/18 Sold $143,600 -0.9% $167 / Sq Ft
01/02/2018 01/02/18 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2017 12/04/17 Price Changed $144,900 -2.8% $169 / Sq Ft
11/07/2017 11/07/17 Price Changed $149,000 -0.7% $174 / Sq Ft
10/23/2017 10/23/17 Price Changed $150,000 -2.5% $175 / Sq Ft
10/04/2017 10/04/17 Price Changed $153,900 -3.1% $179 / Sq Ft
09/05/2017 09/05/17 For Sale $158,900 +123.8% $185 / Sq Ft
04/27/2017 04/27/17 Sold $71,000 +2.9% $83 / Sq Ft
04/08/2017 04/08/17 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2017 04/06/17 For Sale $69,000 -- $80 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,044 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2023 $949 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2022 $988 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2021 $988 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2020 $994 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2019 $1,047 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2018 $974 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2017 $912 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2016 $22 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2015 $22 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
2014 $22 $30,400 $7,200 $23,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2077222

Bright MLS

APN: 10-025.10-070