$345,000
SOLD JAN 30, 2026

79 University Ave New Castle, DE 19720

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 30, 2026

$230 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to this updated three-bedroom, two-bath home situated on a rare double oversized lot with a private driveway and large two-car detached garage. Offering endless possibilities, the expansive side yard provides exceptional outdoor space for entertaining, expansion, or recreation. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room, two spacious bedrooms, and a full bath. The gourmet kitchen has been tastefully updated with premium white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom tile backsplash, and tile flooring, with sliding doors leading to a patio and backyard. The second floor offers an additional bedroom, ideal for a primary suite, guest room, or home office. The lower level includes a large unfinished basement with an additional bathroom, providing excellent potential for future living space. A unique opportunity with space, versatility, and room to grow. This property is centrally located with easy access to I-95, 141, shopping and dining and the Newcastle Airport, and Philadelphia

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Walton

(302) 202-9855 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass Brokerage Phone: 3029999999 License #RS335424 Listed on: 12/18/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Yonathan Galindo

(302) 504-6147 One@OneHomeSolutions.com Crown Homes Real Estate License #0026163

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,764

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75.70 x 110.00
  • Cyclone Fence
  • Irregular Lot
  • Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned NC6.5

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Wilm Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 154
  • Assessor Parcel Number 10-019.40-154

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,764

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Above ground pool
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1500
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 216.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Cyclone
  • Lot Features: Irregular, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 75.70 x 110.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8276.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: NC6.5
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1764.07
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10-019.40-154
  • Tax Lot: 154
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: COLONIAL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 18, 2025
Closed on
Jan 30, 2026
Sold by
Guzman Construction Llc
Bought by
Mendieta Rene
Seller's Agent
Michael Walton
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Yonathan Galindo
Crown Homes Real Estate
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
6.15%
Views
82

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-28.42%
Original Mortgage
$310,497
Outstanding Balance
$309,898
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,950

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2023
Sold by
Lauffer Larry Bryson
Bought by
Guzman Construction Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2004
Sold by
Mcginnes John W and Mcginnes Janet
Bought by
Lauffer Larry Bryson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,350
Interest Rate
5.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $276,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $180,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $155,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $310,497 New Conventional
Previous Owner $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,350 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/30/2026 01/30/26 Sold $345,000 +6.2% $230 / Sq Ft
12/22/2025 12/22/25 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2025 12/18/25 For Sale $325,000 -- $217 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,644 $47,900 $7,300 $40,600
2023 $1,495 $47,900 $7,300 $40,600
2022 $1,557 $47,900 $7,300 $40,600
2021 $1,557 $47,900 $7,300 $40,600
2020 $1,478 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2019 $1,551 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2018 $1,449 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2017 $1,355 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2016 $1,213 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2015 $1,212 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
2014 $1,213 $45,200 $7,300 $37,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2094668

Bright MLS

APN: 10-019.40-154

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