$300,000
SOLD JAN 15, 2026

21 Gene Ave New Castle, DE 19720

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$300 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to this beautifully 3-bedroom, 1-bath rancher located in the highly desirable Castle Hills neighborhood. This home offers comfort, convenience, and modern touches throughout—perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking for one-level living. Enjoy two private driveways, providing plenty of off-street parking, plus a spacious backyard ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. The large storage shed with built-in electricity adds even more functionality, making it great for hobbies, a workshop, or extra storage. Inside, the home features tasteful updates, bright natural light, and a warm, inviting layout that’s truly move-in ready.This home is also equipped with solar panels for more efficient energy use, adding long term value and lower utility costs. Don’t miss your chance to own this wonderful home. Schedule your tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alex Espinoza

(302) 429-4500 jfuentes@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville Listed on: 11/21/2025

Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville

Co-Listed By

DIEGO REYES RODRIGUEZ

(302) 429-4500 jfuentes@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville License #0026039

Last Buyer's Agent

Melvin Sarpey

(302) 504-6147 msarpey@gmail.com Crown Homes Real Estate

Crown Homes Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,335

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x110
  • Property is zoned NC6.5

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Private Parking

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Castle Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 146
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-020.10-146

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,335

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1000
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1000
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 310.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

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 Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X110
  • 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: 1335.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-020.10-146
  • Tax Lot: 146
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CHRISTINA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2007
Sold by
Wheatley Jeffrey J
Bought by
Mcvey Robert and Mcvey Sharon M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,300
Outstanding Balance
$96,499
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$211,600
Source: Public Records
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $158,300 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/15/2026 01/15/26 Sold $300,000 -3.2% $300 / Sq Ft
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2025 11/21/25 For Sale $310,000 -- $310 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $537 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2023 $482 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2022 $496 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2021 $494 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2020 $498 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2019 $552 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2018 $493 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2017 $465 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2016 $408 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2015 $941 $35,100 $6,500 $28,600
2014 $894 $33,300 $6,500 $26,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Section Image
  • Section Image
  • Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2093390

Bright MLS

APN: 10-020.10-146