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Land for sale at 0 Chestnut St, New Castle, DE 19720 | MLS# DENC2088888 | Listing updated on 2025-12-29
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$30,000

Monthly Est:$149

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0 Chestnut St, New Castle, DE 19720

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  • Land

  • Built in -

  • $-- HOA

  • 1.5 acres lot

  • $20,000/acre

Description

Opportunity awaits!! With land being at a premium in New Castle County, this is a rare opportunity to be a part of history to build and own real estate in the quaint, riverfront community of the City of Old Historic New Castle establish in 1651! Property consists of two parcels, (Lot 3 - Parcel #21-015.00-230) 1.5-acre parcel zoned as Historic Residential with the potential for two lots having two three-story semi-detached homes with garages. Research and proposal was secured through a local Science & Engineering Firm, and details can be provided upon request. A bonus open space across the street (Lot 4 - Parcel #21-011.00-023) .56-acre parcel zoned non-historic with the potential to be donated with a tax right off. Gas and electric along frontage of property, and water/sewer nearby for access. The wheels are in motion, and ready for the next steps. Neither the Seller nor Agent represent suitability for any intended purpose. Buyer will need to do due diligence to perform any additional necessary steps that impact building on the site and confirm with the City of New Castle the type and style of home(s) due to the historic nature of the land and community. Sold As-Is. Lots of potential for your savvy buyer with vision! Walkable community with several authentic historical buildings, including the New Castle Court House Museum being part of the First State National Historical Park. A vibrant town with cobblestone streets, restaurants, tranquil Battery Park with walking and biking trail, and community events year around. “One of the oldest and important Colonial/Federal villages in American, second to Williamsburg, VA.” Be one of the first to build a home reflecting the past and present in this historic town on the beautiful Delaware River!

  • Houzeo last checked: 10 hours ago
  • Listing updated: December 29, 2025 at 5:58 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Glendora E Sealey (302) 753-8801 , Kimberly Morehart (302) 419-8901 | Compass (302) 202-9855
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: DENC2088888 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active Under Contract

  • Type

    Land

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    New Castle De County

  • City

    New Castle

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    -

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    - sqft

  • Lot Size

    1.5 acres lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    DENC2088888

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    116

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedroom: --

    Bathroom: --

Interior

  • Sewer

    No Sewer System

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Other

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Old New Castle

Price History

DateEventPrice

12/29/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #DENC2088888

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$30,000 -56.83%

$0/sqft

08/26/2024

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #DENC2067284

Listed for Sale

$69,500

$0/sqft

08/26/2024

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #DENC2067284

Off Market

$69,500 +531.82%

$0/sqft

01/21/2021

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1002725918

Sold

$11,000

$0/sqft

Getting Around 0 Chestnut St

Bike Score®

Bike Score

Somewhat Bikeable

43/100

Walk Score®

Walk Score

Somewhat Walkable

51/100

Data provided by Redfin

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