5 Glen Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720 $334,900

Beds/Baths: 3/1
Interior Sq. Ft: 850
Acreage: 0.19
Age:71 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2095288
Subdivision: Castle Hills
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 5 Glen Ave, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom Ranch with 3-car garage nestled in the established Castle Hills community of New Castle. This move-in-ready home offers a thoughtfully updated living space, paired with a massive detached 3-car, 2-story garage that opens the door to endless possibilities, whether you envision a workshop, hobby space, home business, or additional storage. From the moment you arrive, the home’s crisp black-and-white exterior, concrete walkway, and clean lines create a timeless sense of curb appeal. Step inside and you’re greeted by a fully refreshed interior featuring new LVP flooring, fresh paint, bright white trim, and updated hardware throughout. The floorplan offers an open, comfortable flow perfect for modern living. The light-filled living room serves as the welcoming heart of the home, complete with overhead lighting, a ceiling fan, and generous windows that draw in natural light. The space opens seamlessly into the stylishly redesigned kitchen, where you’ll find sleek grey cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, granite countertops, a breakfast-bar peninsula, recessed lighting, and gas cooking, a dream setup for any home chef. All three bedrooms offer fresh finishes, ample natural light, and adequate closet space. The primary bedroom is comfortably sized with updated flooring and paint, while the additional bedrooms provide versatility for guests, family, or a home office. The beautifully remodeled hall bath features a marble-tile shower surround with tub, a new white vanity, and modern nickel fixtures that bring a sophisticated touch. A dedicated laundry room sits at the rear of the home for added convenience. Outdoors, the 0.19-acre lot provides a manageable, fully fenced yard with privacy fencing, ideal for pets, gardening, or outdoor relaxation. The standout feature is the massive detached 3-car garage, accessible through wide wooden gates. The second story offers additional workspace or storage potential, making it a rare and valuable amenity. Located minutes from shopping, restaurants, major highways, and everyday conveniences, this renovated gem blends comfort, style, and functionality in one impressive package. Welcome home!

Living Room: Main
Dining Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Laundry: Main
Full Bath: Main
Primary Bed: Main
Bedroom 2: Main
Bedroom 3: Main
Taxes: $1,833
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: N
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Colonial

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Main Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Detached Garage Spaces #: 3;

Interior
Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring, Dry Wall

Exterior
Slab Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Pitched Roof, Vinyl Siding

Lot
Fully Fenced

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Public Elementary (22 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
The Colwyck Center Colonial School District Preschool New Castle 0.3 mi
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 0.35 mi
Castle Hills Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.38 mi
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 0.4 mi
Wilmington Manor Elementary School Colonial School District K–8 New Castle 1.01 mi
Charter School of New Castle Charter School of New Castle K–8 New Castle 1.16 mi
New Castle Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.54 mi
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 1.59 mi
Richardson Park Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 2.93 mi
Richey Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 3.18 mi
Pleasantville Elementary School Colonial School District K–5 New Castle 3.5 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 3.69 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 3.92 mi
The Bayard School Christina School District 1–8 Wilmington 3.97 mi
First State Montessori Academy First State Montessori Academy K–8 Wilmington 4.17 mi
Stubbs Early Education Center Christina School District Preschool–K Wilmington 4.21 mi
Kuumba Academy Charter School Kuumba Academy Charter School K–8 Wilmington 4.31 mi
Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.37 mi
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Red Clay Consolidated School District K–5 Wilmington 4.37 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 4.57 mi
Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School K–8 Wilmington 4.61 mi
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Red Clay Consolidated School District K–2 Wilmington 4.67 mi

Public Middle (6 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 0.35 mi
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 0.86 mi
Read (George) Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 New Castle 1.31 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 3.69 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 3.92 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 4.57 mi

Public High (13 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Leach (John G.) School Colonial School District Preschool–12 New Castle 0.35 mi
Penn (William) High School Colonial School District 9–12 New Castle 1.64 mi
Delaware Military Academy Delaware Military Academy 9–12 Wilmington 2.68 mi
Conrad Schools of Science Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 3.19 mi
Douglass School Christina School District 1–12 Wilmington 3.69 mi
The Bancroft School Christina School District 1–9 Wilmington 3.92 mi
Howard High School of Technology New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.28 mi
Great Oaks Charter School Great Oaks Charter School 8–12 Wilmington 4.31 mi
Delcastle Technical High School New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District 9–12 Wilmington 4.32 mi
Freire Charter School Freire Charter School Wilmington 8–12 Wilmington 4.49 mi
First State School Red Clay Consolidated School District 1–10 Wilmington 4.57 mi
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Red Clay Consolidated School District 6–12 Wilmington 4.81 mi
Charter School of Wilmington Charter School of Wilmington 9–12 Wilmington 4.81 mi

Private (18 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Peter Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 New Castle 1.58 mi
Harvest Christain Academy Wilmington Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 New Castle 1.58 mi
Delaware Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 New Castle 1.7 mi
Delaware Valley Classical School Christian (no specific denomination) K–12 New Castle 1.71 mi
St Elizabeth School Roman Catholic Preschool–12 Wilmington 3.61 mi
Darul Amaanah Academy Islamic K–8 Wilmington 3.93 mi
St Michaels School & Nursery Inc Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.93 mi
Nativity Preparatory School Of Wilmington Roman Catholic 5–8 Wilmington 3.94 mi
St Peter Cathedral School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 3.96 mi
All Saints Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 4.13 mi
Serviam Girls Academy Roman Catholic 5–8 Wilmington 4.2 mi
Urban Promise Academy Nonsectarian 7–11 Wilmington 4.28 mi
High Road School Of Delaware Nonsectarian 3–12 Wilmington 4.31 mi
Padua Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Wilmington 4.49 mi
Ursuline Academy Lower Roman Catholic K–5 Wilmington 4.57 mi
St Anthony Of Padua Grade School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wilmington 4.61 mi
Urban Promise School Other Preschool–6 Wilmington 4.73 mi
Sharon Temple Adventist School Seventh-Day Adventist K–8 Wilmington 4.88 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for New Castle (19720), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
  • Average salary of people in this community: $46,442

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,455
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.74
  • Households w/ Children: 63%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,648 (63.6%)
  • Rented: 6,799 (29.5%)
  • Vacant: 1,585 (6.9%)
  • Total: 23,032

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 59,664
Households: 21,447
Median Age: 39.50

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
  • Some High School: 7.8%
  • High School Graduate: 41.7%
  • Some College: 18.9%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 12.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 8.2%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $62,879

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $986
  • One Bedroom: $917
  • Two Bedroom: $1,134
  • Three Bedroom: $1,355
  • Four Bedroom: $1,535

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty , (302) 234-1888

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5 Glen Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720

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