$346,000
SOLD DEC 5, 2025

22 E Balbach Ave New Castle, DE 19720

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,041 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$170 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • Rambler Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Heated Pool and Spa
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2025

This well-kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch offers 2,041 sqft of finished living space with the potential to expand to 2,436 sqft once the lower-level master suite is complete. Enjoy a 400 sqft sunroom overlooking the in-ground pool with slide, overflowing hot tub and base for Diving Board, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The finished lower level features a cozy family room with fireplace, laundry, bedroom, and space already started for a full master suite with large ensuite bath — giving you the chance to add value and personalize the space. Outside, the fenced, beautifully landscaped yard surrounds your private retreat, complete with a detached 2-car garage and carport for extra convenience. With just a few cosmetic updates, this home will truly shine, creating the perfect forever home for a very lucky buyer. Ideally located near schools, shopping, dining, Christiana Mall, and major highways, this is a rare opportunity to own a home that truly has it all.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Timothy Taylor

(302) 275-1770 LocalRealtor302@gmail.com Crown Homes Real Estate License #RS-0024731 Listed on: 09/24/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

E. Jazmine Kiah-Thorpe

(610) 733-1232 ejkiah.thorpe@gmail.com United Real Estate

United Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Property is zoned NC6.5

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking available for a boat
  • Fenced Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Rough-In Basement Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more

Pool

  • Heated Pool and Spa
  • Concrete Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Rambleton Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 064
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-030.10-064

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,803

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Accessibility Features: 32"+ Wide Doors
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 9/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished, Rough Bath Plumb, Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs
  • Total Sq Ft: 2441
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2041
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 324.30
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1218
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 823
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 400
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1223
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Extensive Hardscape, Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s)
  • Pool Features: Concrete, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Fenced
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Additional Storage Area
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 2
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Carport, Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% 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
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Patio(s)
  • Zoning: NC6.5
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1338.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1803.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-030.10-064
  • Tax Lot: 064
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2025
Closed on
Dec 5, 2025
Sold by
Yilmaz Dawn Elaine and Bush Bud William
Bought by
Richards Robert Lee and Cooper-Richards Jacqueline
Seller's Agent
Timothy Taylor
Crown Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
E. Jazmine Kiah-Thorpe
United Real Estate
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$346,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-7.73%
Views
258

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
293.51%
Original Mortgage
$12,110
Outstanding Balance
$12,110
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$373,966

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1999
Bought by
Bush Alice M
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $276,800 None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $12,110 New Conventional
Open $339,733 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Sold $346,000 -12.4% $170 / Sq Ft
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Price Changed $395,000 -1.3% $194 / Sq Ft
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Price Changed $400,000 +6.7% $196 / Sq Ft
09/24/2025 09/24/25 For Sale $375,000 -- $184 / 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 $390 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2023 $954 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2022 $998 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2021 $1 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2020 $1 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2019 $36 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2018 $1,097 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2017 $1,005 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2016 $6 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2015 -- $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
2014 $718 $57,700 $7,900 $49,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2089608

Bright MLS

APN: 10-030.10-064