OFF MARKET

Off Market Apr 2023 for $320K

$375,529

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,368/mo

•

2,150

sq ft

53 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

About this home

* * Please have all offers submitted by Tues 2/28/23 7.pm * * * Looking for a charming colonial-style home that's priced below market value and offers the opportunity for sweat equity? This could be the perfect opportunity to add your personal touch and make this house your own! Located in Penn Acres South, this beautiful home features four spacious bedrooms, two upper-level bathrooms, one lower-level bathroom, and a sunroom just off the kitchen. The open floor plan kitchen boasts plenty of natural sunlight and leads out to a deck, perfect for entertaining or enjoying a meal al fresco. Additional features include a main floor laundry area, ample storage space in the unfinished basement, a one-car garage, and a new HVAC system. But the best part? The seller is offering 3% assistance in lieu of repairs, so you can put that extra cash towards updates and upgrades of your own! Located within walking distance of schools, shopping, parks, and more, this home is also conveniently located with quick access to major roadways. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add some sweat equity and transform this house into your dream home. Schedule a tour today and start envisioning the possibilities!

Single-familyProperty Type

1981Year Built

7,841 sq ftLot Size

$175Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Soba Washington • Compass

•302-202-9855 (broker)

•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)

Listed by Claryssa McEnany • Compass

•302-202-9855 (broker)

•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)

Bought with Shawn Furrowh • Coldwell Banker Realty

•302-234-1888 (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2035084

Redfin Estimate

$375,529

$56K since sold in April 2023$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 3.2% lower than the average sale price ($388K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$425,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,359 sq ft
19 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$348,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,650 sq ft
11 Colesbery Dr, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD DEC 22, 2025
$410,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,225 sq ft
74 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$389,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,700 sq ft
213 S Booth Dr, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD JAN 23, 2026
$389,900
E
4 beds2.5 baths1,700 sq ft
303 Oregon Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
SOLD SEP 4, 2025
$365,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft
23 Bunker Hill Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

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$2,987/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

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14 MoM

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Sale history for 53 Valley Forge Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2035084

Apr 3, 2023

Sold

$320,000

$149/sq ft

Mar 2, 2023

Pending

—

Feb 24, 2023

Relisted

—

Jan 14, 2023

Pending

—

Jan 14, 2023

Price Changed

$320,000

$149/sq ft

Jan 1, 2023

Contingent

—

Dec 27, 2022

Listed

$300,000

$140/sq ft

Dec 19, 2022

Coming Soon

$300,000

$140/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2030062

Sep 22, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Aug 30, 2022

Contingent

—

Aug 24, 2022

Listed

$330,000

$153/sq ft

Aug 20, 2022

Coming Soon

Public Records

Jun 1, 1984

Sold

$77,500

$36/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,280 (+20.8%)

$66,200 + $351,200

$417,400

2024

$2,715 (+9.8%)

$66,200 + $351,200

$417,400

2023

$2,472 (+172.0%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2022

$909 (−9.6%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2021

$1,005 (−0.2%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2020

$1,008 (+0.2%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2019

$1,006 (+0.9%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2018

$997 (+9.4%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2017

$911 (+21.1%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2016

$752 (+2.3%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2013

$735 (+12.9%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2012

$651

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

Tax history for 53 Valley Forge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,280 (+20.8%)

$66,200 + $351,200

$417,400

2024

$2,715 (+9.8%)

$66,200 + $351,200

$417,400

2023

$2,472 (+172.0%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2022

$909 (−9.6%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2021

$1,005 (−0.2%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2020

$1,008 (+0.2%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2019

$1,006 (+0.9%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2018

$997 (+9.4%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2017

$911 (+21.1%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2016

$752 (+2.3%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2013

$735 (+12.9%)

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

2012

$651

$13,300 + $64,900

$78,200

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

70 ft.

Lot depth

109 ft.

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,150

Year built

1981

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1002510283

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Driveway, Attached Garage, On Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Master Bath(s), Tub Shower, Walk-in Closet(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Main Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $64,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Permanent, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Gutter System, Street Lights

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 70.00 x 109.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $13,300

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,150
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $232
School Tax: $662
Tax Assessed Value: $28,200
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $894

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

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

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Other Fees: $25
Other Fees Frequency: Annually

School Information
High School: WILLIAM PENN
School District Name: COLONIAL
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Dupont Hwy to New Castle. Head to 141 South towards New Castle. Make right into Penn Acres South. Make a left onto Valley Forge Rd. House is on left.
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,150
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1002510283

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

2/10

Read (George) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

3/10

Penn (William) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

$357,000 – $432,000

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Home values near 53 Valley Forge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
49 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$434,182
59 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2009 Sq. Ft.	$376,554

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$423,825
61 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$380,658

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1675 Sq. Ft.	$369,683
43 Valley Forge Rd, New Castle, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2499 Sq. Ft.	$378,890

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