Seller's Agent in 2025
Megan Aitken
Keller Williams Realty
(302) 528-9124
11 in this area
605 Total Sales
36 E 5th St New Castle, DE 19720
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,825
Sq Ft
2,614
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Mud Room
- Fireplace
- Loft
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of December 2025Welcome to 36 E Fifth St in the historic Old New Castle, rich with historical preservation and charm. Enjoy the beauty, walkability, and deep rooted sense of community that Old New Castle has to offer, including walks by the river at Battery Park, savory meals at the infamous Jessop's Tavern, museums, cafe's, and entertainment are all within minutes of 36 E Fifth St. This detached home is full of history, charm, and unique eccentricities that make you want to call it "home." Step inside where the new LVP flooring spans the main level, built-ins and a fireplace accent the living room. A designated dining space that glows with natural light from the large windows leads into the kitchen, where built-in seating, endless wood cabinetry, and tile flooring make it functional and classic. Continue through to the rear of the home, where main floor laundry and access to the lower level side porch are located just before you reach a main floor full bathroom and a massive main floor bedroom with ample closet space and access to the serene rear yard, with full privacy, trees and vines offering a whimsical feel, and a patio and fire pit for enjoying the space. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is an escape like no other. Multiple closets, sprawling space, and a staircase leading up to a multifaceted sitting room with potential to use as a private office, dressing room, hobby space for crafting etc, the possibilities are truly endless. The primary bath has double vanity and tub shower, while the hall bath has a shower of its own for the two mirroring bedrooms with unique built-in bed and desk to share. Just outside of those bedrooms, a hall with access to the second floor balcony overlooks some of historic New Castle. This home has NEW flooring, NEW paint, NEW HVAC, and a NEW boiler, assurances a buyer is sure to love, while offering the charm and beautiful of the classic historic design elements and a uniqueness that will win over your heart. Don't miss the chance to join this lovely historic New Castle community!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 528-9124 Meganaitken@kw.com Keller Williams Realty License #RE0020721 Listed on: 10/17/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,089
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 120.00
- Property is zoned 21HR
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Aluminum Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,825 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Loft
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Old New Castle Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 058
- Assessor Parcel Number 21-015.10-058
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2025
Closed on
Dec 8, 2025
Sold by
Douglas Stephen R
Bought by
Zubaca Nermin and Zubaca Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Megan Aitken
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ross Weiner
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$460,000
Views
59
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.96%
Original Mortgage
$451,668
Outstanding Balance
$451,668
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$9,405
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 17, 2023
Closed on
May 31, 2023
Sold by
Janis L Oppenheimer Living Trust
Bought by
Douglas Stephen R
Seller's Agent
Chris Cashman
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
Buyer's Agent
Megan Aitken
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$440,000
Sold Price
$442,500
Premium/Discount to List
$2,500
0.57%
Views
28
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.54%
Original Mortgage
$354,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2005
Sold by
Oppenheimer Kenneth R and Oppenheimer Janis L
Bought by
Oppenheimer Janis L and Oppenheimer Kenneth R
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
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $460,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $451,668 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $354,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 12/08/25 | Sold | $460,000 | 0.0% | $252 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | For Sale | $460,000 | +4.0% | $252 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/31/2023 05/31/23 | Sold | $442,500 | +0.6% | $205 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/21/2023 03/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/17/2023 03/17/23 | For Sale | $440,000 | -- | $204 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,386 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2023 | $1,253 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2022 | $1,303 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2021 | $1,283 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2020 | $1,297 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2019 | $1,755 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2018 | $1,278 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2017 | $1,194 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2016 | $1,044 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2015 | $1,044 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
| 2014 | $1,045 | $48,300 | $5,400 | $42,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Megan Aitken
-
Julianna Nikituk
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Julianna Nikituk
Keller Williams Realty
(302) 437-4953
3 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Ross Weiner
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ross Weiner
RE/MAX
(302) 655-7677
15 in this area
121 Total Sales
-
Chris Cashman
Seller's Agent in 2023
Chris Cashman
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 545-2233
53 in this area
113 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2091192
APN: 21-015.10-058
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the Bright MLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site.
The property information being provided on or through the website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and such information may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some properties which appear for sale on the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale.
Property information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Copyright 2025 Bright MLS, Inc.
Nearby Homes
- 0 Chestnut St Unit DENC2088888
- 57 W 5th St
- 258 E 2nd St
- 1010 Clayton St
- 901 Gray St
- 0 Washington St
- 14 Lasalle Ave
- 211 Brylgon Ave
- 216 N Heron Ln
- 12 Booker Cir
- 11 Holcomb Ln
- 22 Herbert Dr
- 79 University Ave
- 30 Tuckahoe Rd
- 303 Oregon Ave
- 101 N Katrin Cir
- 38 Pendleton Ct
- 18 George Read Rd
- Maverick Plan at Riverbend
- 21 Gene Ave