Property Attributes
- MLS#DENC2105842
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyNEW CASTLE
- CityNew Castle
- AreaNew Castle-Red Lion-Del.City
- NeighborhoodOverview Gardens
- Zip19720
- StyleSplit Level
- Year Built1956
- Taxes$ 1508
- Price$ 309,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1275
- Lot Size0.16 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Opportunity Knocks at 133 Karlyn Drive, New Castle, DE Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath split-level home situated on a large end-unit lot in the established New Castle community, Overview Gardens. With many major mechanical updates already completed, this property offers an excellent opportunity for homeowners, investors, or buyers looking to build equity through cosmetic improvements. Recent updates include a 1-year-old roof, updated electrical wiring, plumbing, and deck, oil tank and oil furnace, installed in 2020, all providing peace of mind regarding some of the home's most important systems. The home also features existing duct-work and ventilation, making the future addition of central air conditioning straightforward and cost-effective. A standout feature is the independently accessible lower level, complete with a full bathroom. Previously rented by the seller, this flexible space offers possibilities for extended family living, a guest suite, a home office, a recreation area, additional bedroom space or potential income-producing use (subject to local regulations and approvals). While the home could benefit from a new kitchen and bathroom, repaved driveway, siding and some additional cosmetic updates, the solid foundation and significant system improvements make it an attractive value-add opportunity for private homeowners or investors. Priced to provide room for value beyond estimated cost of upgrades. The generous lot provides plenty of outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or future enhancements. Whether you're searching for your next investment opportunity, or a home you can customize to your own style, 133 Karlyn Drive offers exceptional potential in a convenient New Castle location, close to I-95, I-295-Jersey and Wilmington ILG Airport.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Listed $309,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1275 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Zoning | NC6.5 |
| Architectural Style | Split Level |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Wood Siding |
| School District | COLONIAL |
| Year Built | 1956 |
| Levels | 1.5 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | None |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | NEW CASTLE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | OVERVIEW GARDENS |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | GPS and map app |
| City | NEW CASTLE |
| Disclosures | Lead Based Paint - State,Prop Disclosure,Radon |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6970.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 225500.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1508.68 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 405.51 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 1275 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Estimated |
| Legal Subdivision | OVERVIEW GRDNS SEC 1 |
| Tax Lot | 145 |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Solid Hardwood |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 762 |
| Central Air Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 513 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Type of Parking | Driveway,On Street |
| Foundation Details | Slab,Concrete Perimeter |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.16 |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 48600.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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