$323,000
SOLD AUG 25, 2025

900 Washington St New Castle, DE 19720

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,425 Sq Ft
0.52 Acres

Recently Sold

$133 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Sitting Room
  • Oversized Parking

About This Home

As of August 2025

Become a part of local and national history! Stonum, a National Historic Landmark was once the country home of George Read, Signer of the Declaration on Independence, U.S. Senator, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Delaware 1793 and holder of many other offices during the early years of our democracy. The property was a 3 unit apartment building with a large garage. It has been opened up and will make a remarkable home. The property needs work, but could be a stately building. The Historic American Building Survey report from 1936 found noteworthy original features including corner fireplaces, detailed woodwork, elegant mantles, 1 1/2" red pine flooring, a wooden exterior cornice and 9 over 9 windows on the facade. The oldest section of the house dates to 1730 with additions prior to 1769 and one in 1850. Upon entering, you will appreciate the tall ceilings and expanse of the rooms. The original wood floors throughout the house are stunning. If your dream is to restore a truly historic treasure, then make your appointment to see this unique home. Property is vacant and easy to show.
There are Delaware Tax Credits available for the renovation expenses.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Cashman

Patterson-Schwartz-Newark License #AB067190 Listed on: 05/30/2025

Patterson-Schwartz-Newark

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Weeks

Bryan Realty Group License #rs0025741

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,435

Year Built

  • Built in 1730

Lot Details

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 187 x 177
  • Property is zoned 21R-3

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 21014.00143

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,435

Year Built

Built in 1730

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1730
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Become a part of local and national history! Stonum, a National Historic Landmark was once the country home of George Read, Signer of the Declaration on Independence, U.S. Senator, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Delaware 1793 and holder of many other offices during the early years of our democracy. The property was a 3 unit apartment building with a large garage. It has been opened up and will make a remarkable home. The property needs work, but could be a stately building. The Historic American Building Survey report from 1936 found noteworthy original features including corner fireplaces, detailed woodwork, elegant mantles, 1 1/2" red pine flooring, a wooden exterior cornice and 9 over 9 windows on the facade. The oldest section of the house dates to 1730 with additions prior to 1769 and one in 1850. Upon entering, you will appreciate the tall ceilings and expanse of the rooms. The original wood floors throughout the house are stunning. If your dream is to restore a truly historic treasure, then make your appointment to see this unique home. Property is vacant and easy to show. There are Delaware Tax Credits available for the renovation expenses.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Unfinished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 3145
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2425
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 146.35
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2425
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 720
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 900

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • 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, Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 7
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • 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: COLONIAL
  • School District Key: 300200396891
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.52
  • Lot Dimensions: 187 X 177
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 22651.00
  • Zoning: 21R-3
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4435.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 21014.00143
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/25/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2018
Sold by
Messick Sandra E
Bought by
Messick Sandra E and Hubschmitt Steven M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2006
Sold by
Phillips Daniel P and Phillips Norma T
Bought by
Messick Sandra E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Outstanding Balance
$128,926
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Estimated Equity
$230,080

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Snyder Bayard J
Bought by
Saroukos Garry Michael and Saroukos Penny Lynn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Saroukos Garry Michael and Saroukos Penny Lynn
Bought by
Phillips Daniel P and Phillips Norma T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,500
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $325,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $245,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $225,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $220,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Sold $323,000 -9.0% $133 / Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $354,900 0.0% $146 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $354,900 -2.8% $146 / Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 For Sale $365,000 -- $151 / 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 $1,866 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2023 $1,687 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2022 $1,753 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2021 $1,727 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2020 $0 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2019 $3,131 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2018 $1,719 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2017 $1,607 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2016 $1,405 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2015 $1,406 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
2014 $1,406 $65,000 $10,300 $54,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2082704

Bright MLS

APN: 21-014.00-143