$200,000
SOLD MAR 21, 2025

14 Railroad Ave New Castle, DE 19720

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
10,018 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$167 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of March 2025

Discover the perfect blend of charm and convenience in this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath traditional home, nestled in the quiet Buttonwood neighborhood of New Castle. Built in 1913, this home offers 1,200 sq. ft. of living space filled with natural light and timeless character.

Step inside to find a welcoming living room (13x16) that provides a cozy atmosphere for relaxation. The bright eat-in kitchen (10x10) is perfect for casual dining, complete with a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher for everyday convenience. A bonus enclosed porch (10x6) offers flexible space—ideal for a home office, playroom, or sunroom.

The main level also includes a half bath and a dedicated laundry area, making daily chores a breeze. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom and second bedroom share a full bath, creating a comfortable retreat at the end of the day.

Outside, a long driveway and oversized detached garage provide ample parking and additional storage options. Situated on a 0.23-acre lot, this property offers plenty of outdoor space while maintaining a private, peaceful setting.

Conveniently located with easy access to major roads, shopping, and dining, this home is a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking affordability and charm in a well-established neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katina Geralis

EXP Realty, LLC License #R3-0020328 Listed on: 02/21/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Nigel Pokoy

Compass License #5017114

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $425

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 10,018 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned 21R-2

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • <<builtInRangeToken>>
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Schools

  • William Penn High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Buttonwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 21-005.00-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$425

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Please see inclusion and exclusion document
  • Inclusions: Please see inclusion and exclusion document
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-02-21
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Discover the perfect blend of charm and convenience in this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath traditional home, nestled in the quiet Buttonwood neighborhood of New Castle. Built in 1913, this home offers 1,200 sq. ft. of living space filled with natural light and timeless character. Step inside to find a welcoming living room (13x16) that provides a cozy atmosphere for relaxation. The bright eat-in kitchen (10x10) is perfect for casual dining, complete with a gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher for everyday convenience. A bonus enclosed porch (10x6) offers flexible space—ideal for a home office, playroom, or sunroom. The main level also includes a half bath and a dedicated laundry area, making daily chores a breeze. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom and second bedroom share a full bath, creating a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. Outside, a long driveway and oversized detached garage provide ample parking and additional storage options. Situated on a 0.23-acre lot, this property offers plenty of outdoor space while maintaining a private, peaceful setting. Conveniently located with easy access to major roads, shopping, and dining, this home is a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking affordability and charm in a well-established neighborhood.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1200
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1200
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 166.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1200
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 14

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Flat
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • 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 Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10018.00
  • Zoning: 21R-2
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 425.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 21-005.00-001
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 03/21/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2025
Closed on
Mar 21, 2025
Sold by
Miller Zachary L
Bought by
Ortiz Selenia
Seller's Agent
Katina Geralis
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nigel Pokoy
Compass
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Views
144
Current Estimated Value
$191,414

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,586
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.50%
Original Mortgage
$5,891
Outstanding Balance
$5,891
Interest Rate
6.87%
Estimated Equity
$185,523

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2021
Sold by
Miller Zachery L and Miller Rebecca L
Bought by
Miller Zachary L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2016
Closed on
Feb 8, 2017
Sold by
Meikle Paul T
Bought by
Miller Zachary L and Miller Rebecca L
Seller's Agent
Andrea Harrington
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Andrea Harrington
Compass
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$97,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,000
-24.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.31%
Original Mortgage
$95,929
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2008
Sold by
Johnson Timothy G
Bought by
Meikle Paul T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,050
Interest Rate
6.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2001
Sold by
Lewis Nancy M
Bought by
Johnson Timothy G
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 $160,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed $133,000 None Available
Deed $22,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $5,891 No Value Available
Open $196,377 FHA
Previous Owner $133,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $118,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $95,929 FHA
Previous Owner $113,050 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Sold $200,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
02/21/2025 02/21/25 For Sale $200,000 +104.3% $167 / Sq Ft
02/08/2017 02/08/17 Sold $97,900 +3.1% $109 / Sq Ft
01/03/2017 01/03/17 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2016 10/05/16 Price Changed $95,000 -5.0% $106 / Sq Ft
08/11/2016 08/11/16 Price Changed $100,000 -4.7% $111 / Sq Ft
06/14/2016 06/14/16 Price Changed $104,900 -8.8% $117 / Sq Ft
04/04/2016 04/04/16 Price Changed $115,000 -11.5% $128 / Sq Ft
01/22/2016 01/22/16 For Sale $129,900 -- $144 / 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 $316 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2023 $285 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2022 $297 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2021 $292 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2020 $295 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2019 $400 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2018 $291 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2017 $272 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2016 $238 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2015 $238 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
2014 $238 $11,000 $5,100 $5,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2076034

Bright MLS

APN: 21-005.00-001