$397,000
SOLD OCT 1, 2025

55 Charles Dr New Castle, DE 19720

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,811 Sq Ft
1992 Built

Recently Sold

$141 Per Sq Ft

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home offering comfort, convenience, and extra living space. Step inside to find laminate wood flooring throughout and an open floor plan. The spacious master bedroom provides plenty of room to relax, while the finished basement adds versatility—perfect for entertaining, a home office, or a recreation room. Walk in cedar closet in the basement, which features extra high ceilings.

Enjoy the outdoors on the finished rear deck overlooking the backyard (one of the larger lots in the development), or take advantage of the neighborhood park less than 100 yards away. This home combines modern updates with classic features, making it a wonderful place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Haritos

(302) 540-7448 michaelgharitos@gmail.com EXP Realty, LLC Listed on: 08/28/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Co-Listed By

Andrea Haritos

(302) 354-4271 andreaharitos@gmail.com EXP Realty, LLC License #RS340140

Last Buyer's Agent

Tania Peralta

(302) 981-0344 taniaperaltarealtor@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Realty

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $444

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $11 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 6 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Basement with some natural light

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • William Penn High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Springfields Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-044.20-239

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$444

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$11 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: personal property
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: all appliances as is
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Range, Dryer, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2811
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2811
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 282.86
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1411
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1411
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 6

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 127.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: WILLIAM PENN

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 444.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-044.20-239
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Thompson Rettie and Demanczyk Brenda
Bought by
Rodriguez Nelson and Rodriguez Marytania
Seller's Agent
Michael Haritos
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tania Peralta
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$396,000
Sold Price
$397,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.25%
Views
80

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.41%
Original Mortgage
$337,450
Outstanding Balance
$337,450
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,877

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2005
Sold by
Ayers Nancy A
Bought by
Thompson Thomas G and Thompson Rettie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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 $397,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $240,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $337,450 New Conventional
Previous Owner $192,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/01/2025 10/01/25 Sold $397,000 +0.3% $141 / Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2025 08/28/25 For Sale $396,000 -- $141 / 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 $1,314 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2023 $1,138 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2022 $1,199 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2021 $1,295 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2020 $1,303 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2019 $1,338 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2018 $1,297 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2017 $1,191 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2016 $881 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2015 -- $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
2014 $882 $64,200 $10,900 $53,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2088426

Bright MLS

APN: 10-044.20-239