225 Schafer Blvd, New Castle, DE, 19720
About This Home
This is the ranch that you have been waiting for! Don't hesitate on this 3 bedroom ranch in convenient location! This home has it all, including living room that features large front bay window with replacement windows, wood burning fireplace and refinished hardwood floor. Country kitchen with large separate eat in area includes a one of a kind European chandelier and custom built spice cabinet with Amish made cabinet doors. Also featured in this kitchen are upgraded cabinets, granite counters and vinyl planked floor. Bedrooms have wall to wall carpeting and ceiling fans. The finished basement, which this area is not included in the listed total square footage of this house, includes large utility room and large family room with replacement carpet and gas fireplace. Also included in the basement is a powder room with a separately built shower (which is listed as a full bath), along with a very large, well-lit office/rec room, with a sink and vinyl planked floors that has endless possibilities. This room could be converted to a second kitchen, meeting room or playroom for children. This basement is perfect for an in-law suite or for additional bedroom(s). Whole house fan and 200 AMP circuit breaker electrical service are also featured in this home. High efficiency heater/central air only 2 years old. New roof (2 years) and replacement windows also add to the value. Rear brick patio and large screened porch that includes high vaulted ceiling, 2 ceiling fans and separate heat for cold days make this home complete. Freshly painted rear fence in rear yard for privacy, and one car garage with double driveway a plus. Close to shopping, malls and restaurants. Only 4 miles from the City of Old New Castle, which features historical sites, museums, Battery Park on the Delaware River and fine dining spots. This home is perfect for a first time buyer, second home for a growing family, or one floor living for empty nesters. Great home for entertaining! One year warranty included for buyer. Motivated seller!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1958
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Stone,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Washer,Dryer,Refrigerator,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Full
Bedroom1
- Features: Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Family Room
- Features: Fireplace - Electric,Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 X 13
Features
- Attic/House Fan,Attic,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Kitchen/Dining,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen - Country,Recessed Lighting
- Window features: Bay/Bow,Replacement,Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Carpet,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Gas/Propane,Glass Doors,Brick
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 650
- Finished area above ground: 1,300
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,950
- Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Country,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen - Electric Cooking,Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 X 14
Living Room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood,Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20 X 15
Recreation Room
- Features: Flooring - Laminate Plank
- Level: Lower
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 28 X 13
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 10034.40119
- Zoning: NC10
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 80.00 x 140.20
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener,Asphalt,Attached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
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
- Winter Weather
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware 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 | $2,527 | $30,324 |
| Home Insurance * | $176 | $2,112 |
| Property Taxes | $299 | $3,588 |
| Electricity | $251 | $3,021 |
| Total | $3,253 | $39,036 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Delaware FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-18 | Price change | $475,500 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2003-09-15 | Sold | $179,900 |
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