Welcome to this recently updated rancher, that is completely move in ready! Single floor living with an open concept. Hardwood floors throughout. You have 3 bedrooms, a beautiful kitchen, and a lovely full bathroom. Outside you have a full privacy fenced in yard, and a shed. You also have an extended driveway for plenty of parking. New roof in 2024!
Est. $1,856 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 38 Lea Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DENC2097386
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$275,000
$275/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2026
Listed
$264,999
$265/sq ft
Feb 18, 2026
Coming Soon
$264,999
$265/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 2021
Sold
$210,000
$210/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC2002394
Aug 27, 2021
Sold
$215,000
$215/sq ft
Jul 20, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 16, 2021
Listed
$200,000
$200/sq ft
+11
First floor living at its finest! This beautifully updated three bedroom home has all the upgrades you could want! Enjoy the spacious living room, dining area, and sparkling kitchen. Say goodbye to allergies since this home has hardwood floors throughout. Think of all the possibilities with the spacious backyard for summer night cookouts and fire pit parties. Not to mention, the extended driveway will be sure to please your invitees! Home is being sold as-is.
Public Records
Oct 29, 1996
Sold
$56,050
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1987
Sold
$59,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,786 (+35.5%)
$50,300 + $180,500
$230,800
2024
$1,318 (+10.0%)
$50,300 + $180,500
$230,800
2023
$1,199 (−4.0%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2022
$1,248
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2021
$1,248 (−0.6%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2020
$1,255 (+0.3%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2019
$1,252 (+1.7%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2018
$1,231 (+6.9%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2017
$1,151 (+11.8%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2016
$1,030
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2015
$1,029
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2014
$1,030 (+1.5%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2013
$1,014 (+16.7%)
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
2012
$869
$6,500 + $31,900
$38,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
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
1001410400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway, On 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
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Improvement Assessed Value: $180,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
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: $50,300
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: $364
School Tax: $1,383
Tax Assessed Value: $230,800
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,786
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: NEW CASTLE
Middle Or Junior School: MCCULLOUGH
High School: WILLIAM PENN
School District Name: COLONIAL
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: use gps
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: 1001410400
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 • 2.0mi
2/10
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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
7/10 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
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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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$308,000 – $372,000
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