$249,900
SOLD NOV 21, 2025

8 Richard Rd New Castle, DE 19720

3 Beds
1 Bath
875 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$286 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Central Air
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2025

Welcome to this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom ranch home located in the desirable Chelsea Estates community of New Castle. This move-in ready home offers a comfortable layout with both indoor and outdoor spaces designed for everyday living.
Step inside to a bright living and dining area with updated flooring, fresh neutral paint, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, tile flooring, a modern backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy outdoor living on the large back deck overlooking the fenced yard – perfect for summer gatherings, pets, or a playset. The level yard offers plenty of space for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing.
Additional highlights include: Off Street Parking. Updated Windows. Easy access to major routes, shopping, schools, and dining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ross Weiner

(302) 477-3900 john@johnwford.com RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington Listed on: 09/20/2025

RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington

Last Buyer's Agent

ANA VASQUEZ

(302) 378-8700 george.brookhart23@gmail.com RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #RS-0015208

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,179

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned NC5

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 875 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chelsea Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 078
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-013.40-078

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,179

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 9/20/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 875
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 875
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 285.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 875
  • 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: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • 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

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5663.00
  • Zoning: NC5
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 874.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1179.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-013.40-078
  • Tax Lot: 078
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2025
Closed on
Nov 21, 2025
Sold by
Lyde Lorenzo D
Bought by
Garcia Dario Avila
Seller's Agent
Ross Weiner
RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Buyer's Agent
ANA VASQUEZ
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$249,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.85%
Views
101

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.59%
Original Mortgage
$242,403
Outstanding Balance
$242,174
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,202

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2019
Closed on
Jun 28, 2019
Sold by
Robinson Caldwell
Bought by
Lyde Lorenzo D
Seller's Agent
Karen Stephens Johnson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Karen Stephens Johnson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.69%
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2010
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Robinson Caldwell

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2010
Sold by
Barone Anthony R and Barone Candace A
Bought by
Weichert Financial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Mcpherson Troy W
Bought by
Barone Anthony R and Barone Candace A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$138,500
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 $199,920 None Listed On Document
Deed $165,000 None Available
Deed $60,000 None Available
Sheriffs Deed $142,961 None Available
Deed $138,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $242,403 New Conventional
Previous Owner $165,000 VA
Previous Owner $54,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $138,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Sold $249,900 0.0% $286 / Sq Ft
10/05/2025 10/05/25 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2025 09/28/25 Price Changed $249,900 -3.8% $286 / Sq Ft
09/20/2025 09/20/25 For Sale $259,900 +57.5% $297 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 Sold $165,000 -2.9% $189 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/06/2019 06/06/19 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2019 06/04/19 For Sale $169,900 0.0% $194 / Sq Ft
12/29/2017 12/29/17 Rented $1,100 -8.3% --
11/30/2017 11/30/17 Under Contract -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Rent $1,200 +20.0% --
10/03/2012 10/03/12 Rented $1,000 -13.0% --
10/01/2012 10/01/12 Under Contract -- -- --
09/18/2012 09/18/12 For Rent $1,150 -- --
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 $1,274 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2023 $1,158 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2022 $1,206 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2021 $1,206 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2020 $1,213 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2019 $1,265 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2018 $195 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2017 $995 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2016 $995 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2015 $995 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
2014 $996 $37,100 $6,700 $30,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2089546

Bright MLS

APN: 10-013.40-078