228 N 7th St, New Castle, CO, 81647
About This Home
Discover this 1,800 sq ft ranch-style gem in picturesque New Castle. Previously a mixed-use office space it has been fully rezoned and transformed into a single-family residential haven. All new appliances, fresh paint, durable luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring throughout, and owned solar panels for near zero electric costs. Enjoy evaporative/solar cooling and forced air gas heating for year round comfort. This flexible 3 bedroom layout (no built in closets—perfect for custom storage solutions), 2 baths, and bonus multipurpose rooms offer endless possibilities—ideal for a home office, gym, hobby area, or mother-in-law suite. The charming brick and wood facade features a covered porch, while the fenced grassy yard, mature rowan trees with red berries, evergreens, rock landscaping, and 6 off-street parking spaces enhance the outdoor appeal. Breathtaking rocky hillside and mountain views complete this no HOA property, ready for personalization. Solar panels and evaporative cooling keep utilities low. Walk to Elk Creek Elementary, Hot Shot Park, local shops, banking, and trails. Move in ready with new windows, counters, and more, this one-of-a-kind home blends historic character with modern comfort is poised for the right buyer—perfect for remote workers, DIY enthusiasts, or small families.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Good
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Hall
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Evaporative Cooling
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,920
- Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 212331226007
- Zoning: R-1
Lot
- Lot size: 0.29 Acres
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Wildfire
- Avalanche
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,650 | $43,800 |
| Home Insurance * | $170 | $2,040 |
| Property Taxes | $234 | $2,808 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $4,240 | $50,880 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-12 | Price change | $742,000 |
| 2025-10-19 | Price change | $767,000 |
| 2025-09-19 | Listed for sale | $777,000 |
| 2025-09-19 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2025-09-06 | Price change | $777,000 |
| 2025-08-09 | Listed for sale | $797,000 |
| 2023-10-30 | Sold | $555,000 |
| 2023-09-14 | Contingent | $559,000 |
| 2023-07-17 | Listed for sale | $559,000 |
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