Off Market Feb 2024 for $255K

$284,152

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,727/mo

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1,000

sq ft

28 Lea Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

About this home

Welcome to 28 Lea Rd, a beautifully updated ranch-style home. Boasting three bedrooms and one bathroom, this home offers a blend of contemporary design and convenient amenities, making it an exceptional choice for those wanting one-level living. The layout of this ranch-style home emphasizes both space and functionality. Inside, find a fully renovated interior, where every detail is crafted. The front porch welcomes you, large enough for a mudroom or a decorated bonus space. Step into the heart of the home from the porch, where there’s a seamless flow from the family room and dining room areas into the additional living spaces. The kitchen features modern cabinetry, beautiful quartz countertops, and ample counter space complete with all-new stainless-steel appliances. The three bedrooms offer comfortable retreats, each with a neutral color palette to create a canvas for your personal style and décor preferences. The shared bathroom is beautifully updated, blending modern fixtures with functional design. Beyond the interior, step outside to a large, private, fenced backyard that invites you to enjoy outdoor activities and relaxation. The impressive deck and covered gazebo make this a prime space for hosting gatherings and entertainment for all your friends and family! This home is in a prime location, 28 Lea Rd provides easy access to major highways, tri-state travel, entertainment, and shopping, ensuring that convenience is right at your doorstep.

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

6,534 sq ftLot Size

$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Debbie Gawel • BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana

•302-368-1621 (broker)

•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)

Bought with Allison Layton • EXP Realty, LLC

•888-543-4829 (broker)

•de.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2052804

Redfin Estimate

$284,152

$29K since sold in February 2024$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 1.3% lower than the average sale price ($288K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$300,000
A
3 beds1 bath975 sq ft
215 Sykes Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$275,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft
38 Lea Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$320,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,025 sq ft
103 Talbot Dr, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$275,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,150 sq ft
210 Bacon Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$269,900
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,000 sq ft
17 Lea Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

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$1,833/mo

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Market trends in 19720, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$340K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

139

14 MoM

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Sale history for 28 Lea Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Feb 6, 2024

Sold

$204,000

$204/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2052804

Feb 1, 2024

Sold

$255,000

$255/sq ft

Jan 3, 2024

Contingent

—

Dec 28, 2023

Price Changed

$260,000

$260/sq ft

Dec 10, 2023

Price Changed

$274,900

$275/sq ft

Nov 16, 2023

Listed

$284,900

$285/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2045816

Sep 15, 2023

Sold

$199,000

$199/sq ft

Jul 14, 2023

Contingent

—

Jul 12, 2023

Listed

$199,000

$199/sq ft

Here is an amazing opportunity to own a ranch home in the always popular Manor Park neighborhood. Location is everything and this 3 bedroom, 1 full bathroom home is conveniently located near Route 13, Route 202, I-95, I-295, I-495, Christiana Mall, Delaware beaches, major financial & tech hubs, popular shopping, dining and more! This is first floor living at its finest with the living room, kitchen, laundry room, 3 bedrooms with plenty of closet space, and a full bathroom all on one level. Finish your tour outside where you will find your spacious and fenced backyard. Please note that this will be a short sale and the buyer is responsible for paying the 3% short sale negotiation fee. Please be advised that there is possible microbiological growth within the house - use your discretion when entering the property.

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2029892

Jul 12, 2023

Listing Removed

—

May 23, 2023

Contingent

—

May 10, 2023

Price Changed

$200,000

$200/sq ft

May 10, 2023

Relisted

—

Nov 17, 2022

Pending

—

Oct 11, 2022

Price Changed

$219,000

$219/sq ft

Sep 16, 2022

Listed

$225,000

$225/sq ft

Sep 15, 2022

Coming Soon

Public Records

Jun 29, 2022

Sold

$180,000

$180/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2022768

Jun 24, 2022

Sold

$225,000

$225/sq ft

May 7, 2022

Contingent

—

May 4, 2022

Listed

$215,000

$215/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,959 (+47.8%)

$50,300 + $202,800

$253,100

2024

$1,325 (+10.0%)

$50,300 + $202,800

$253,100

2023

$1,205 (+547.2%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2022

$186 (+63.9%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2021

$114

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2020

$114 (+1.2%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2019

$112 (−1.0%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2018

$113 (+4.5%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2017

$108 (+13.0%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2016

$96 (+1.1%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2015

$95

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2014

$95 (+3.6%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2013

$92 (+14.7%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2012

$80

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

Tax history for 28 Lea Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,959 (+47.8%)

$50,300 + $202,800

$253,100

2024

$1,325 (+10.0%)

$50,300 + $202,800

$253,100

2023

$1,205 (+547.2%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2022

$186 (+63.9%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2021

$114

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2020

$114 (+1.2%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2019

$112 (−1.0%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2018

$113 (+4.5%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2017

$108 (+13.0%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2016

$96 (+1.1%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2015

$95

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2014

$95 (+3.6%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2013

$92 (+14.7%)

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

2012

$80

$6,500 + $32,100

$38,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

60 ft.

Lot depth

110 ft.

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,004

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1001410405

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $32,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Asbestos
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 110.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $6,500

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $318
School Tax: $906
Tax Assessed Value: $38,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,224

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: COLONIAL
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: GPS accessible

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,004
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1001410405

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

New Castle Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

3/10

McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

1/10

Penn (William) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

New Castle, DE • 19720

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$270,000 – $327,000

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Home values near 28 Lea Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1375 Sq. Ft.	$289,684
36 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1004 Sq. Ft.	$217,054

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$286,190
30 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1004 Sq. Ft.	$255,870

Address	Redfin Estimate
38 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$323,362
26 Lea Road, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1125 Sq. Ft.	$250,301

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