17 Commonwealth Boulevard, New Castle, DE 19720 $295,000

Interior Sq. Ft: 1,324
Acreage: 0.16
Age:63 years
Style:
Colonial
Mobile#: 3805
Subdivision: Jefferson Farms
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
This attractive, well-kept Colonial home is located in the established and highly sought-after Jefferson Farms neighborhood. Entering the home through the striking front door, you come into the inviting living room that features newer carpeting and windows that fill the room with natural light. Flowing seamlessly from the living room is the newly carpeted dining area, creating an open concept feel perfect for entertaining. The beautifully remodeled kitchen boasts eat-in space, gas cooking, and a convenient sink-mounted water filter. The cozy family room offers a comfortable retreat with a ceiling fan and easy access to the backyard. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features two closets and a ceiling fan. The updated bathroom showcases an elegant surround for the bath/shower. The large basement includes an open room ready for customization and a separate laundry area with included washer and dryer and ample storage space. Outside, the large backyard can be accessed through either a charming stone path on one side of the house or a very wide double gate on the other. A backyard shed provides additional storage. Freshly painted throughout, all windows in the home have been replaced, and a whole-house humidifier ensures comfort year-round. Conveniently located near Old New Castle and Battery Park for riverside walks, this home is also within close proximity to the shopping and dining options along DuPont Highway. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this wonderful property your own! The home is being sold as-is, with no FHA repairs to be made. The listing agent is related to the seller.
Dining Room: 10 X 9 - Main
Family Room: 21 X 10 - Main
Bedroom 2: 11 X 10 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 10 X 8 - Upper 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer
Garage/Parking
Driveway, On Street
Interior
Partial , Basement Shelving
Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Vinyl Siding
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Public Elementary (21 schools)
Public Middle (6 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Read (George) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 0.79 mi |
Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 0.89 mi |
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School | Colonial School District | 6–8 | New Castle | 1.47 mi |
Douglass School | Christina School District | 1–12 | Wilmington | 4.13 mi |
The Bancroft School | Christina School District | 1–9 | Wilmington | 4.51 mi |
Stanton Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.91 mi |
Public High (9 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Leach (John G.) School | Colonial School District | Preschool–12 | New Castle | 0.89 mi |
Penn (William) High School | Colonial School District | 9–12 | New Castle | 1.01 mi |
Delaware Military Academy | Delaware Military Academy | 9–12 | Wilmington | 3.04 mi |
Conrad Schools of Science | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–12 | Wilmington | 3.42 mi |
Douglass School | Christina School District | 1–12 | Wilmington | 4.13 mi |
Delcastle Technical High School | New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.41 mi |
The Bancroft School | Christina School District | 1–9 | Wilmington | 4.51 mi |
Howard High School of Technology | New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.88 mi |
Great Oaks Charter School | Great Oaks Charter School | 8–12 | Wilmington | 4.9 mi |
Private (14 schools)
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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.
Climate and Weather
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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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