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.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$345Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ross Weiner• RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
•302-477-3900 (broker)
•john@johnwford.com (broker)
Bought with Ana Vasquez• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
Nice Ranch home with updates including new flooring in great room, hall, bedrooms and new dryer(2018). Recently updated kitchen and bathroom. Well maintained 3 bedrooms and 1 bath with large yard space. Seller has never lived in the home, the home has been a rental and under a home warranty during that time. All appliances included. Home warranty available with acceptable offer. Convenient location near major roads.
BRIGHT MLS #1007370266
Dec 31, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 4, 2014
Listed
$136,999
$157/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009397318
Oct 24, 2012
Listing Removed
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Nov 7, 2011
Listed
$136,995
$157/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009241114
Sep 19, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2011
Listed
$146,000
$167/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009047822
Aug 12, 2010
Listing Removed
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Apr 27, 2010
Listed
$79,900
$91/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC350382
Aug 24, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 22, 2007
Listed
$159,000
$182/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 18, 2007
Sold
$138,500
$158/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC131810
Nov 22, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Nov 11, 2006
Listed
$138,500
$158/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC472546
Mar 6, 2004
Listing Removed
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Dec 27, 2003
Listed
$108,000
$123/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC514118
Jul 1, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2001
Listed
$95,900
$110/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1979
Sold
$15,750
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,783 (+40.0%)
$50,300 + $180,100
$230,400
2024
$1,274 (+10.0%)
$50,300 + $180,100
$230,400
2023
$1,158 (−4.0%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2022
$1,206
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2021
$1,206 (−0.6%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2020
$1,213 (+0.3%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2019
$1,209 (+1.7%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2018
$1,189 (+6.9%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2017
$1,112 (+11.8%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2016
$995 (+0.1%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2015
$994 (−0.1%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2014
$995 (+1.5%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2013
$980 (+16.7%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2012
$840
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
Tax history for 8 Richard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,783 (+40.0%)
$50,300 + $180,100
$230,400
2024
$1,274 (+10.0%)
$50,300 + $180,100
$230,400
2023
$1,158 (−4.0%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2022
$1,206
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2021
$1,206 (−0.6%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2020
$1,213 (+0.3%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2019
$1,209 (+1.7%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2018
$1,189 (+6.9%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2017
$1,112 (+11.8%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2016
$995 (+0.1%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2015
$994 (−0.1%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2014
$995 (+1.5%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2013
$980 (+16.7%)
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
2012
$840
$6,700 + $30,400
$37,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
875
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1001340078
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
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: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $30,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $6,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 875
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $305
School Tax: $874
Tax Assessed Value: $37,100
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $1,179
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
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: Jay Drive to Morris to Richard
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 875
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1001340078
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Castle Hills Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Read (George) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Penn (William) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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New Castle, DE • 19720
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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
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Estimated sale price
$287,000 – $348,000
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