Address
140 Sweetbay Lane, New Castle, DE
Price
$ 440,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#DENC2109476
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyNEW CASTLE
- CityNew Castle
- AreaNew Castle-Red Lion-Del.City
- NeighborhoodRutledge
- Zip19720
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1996
- Taxes$ 2837
- Price$ 440,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1425
- Lot Size0.18 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Welcome to a home that offers space, flexibility, and a location that keeps everyday conveniences within easy reach. Location makes a difference, and 140 Sweetbay Ln puts you in the established Rutledge community of New Castle, with convenient access to shopping, dining, everyday necessities, and major roadways throughout New Castle County. From the moment you enter, the home feels spacious and welcoming. Step through the front door into the foyer and a generously sized living room with plenty of room for comfortable seating, entertaining, or creating a space that fits your lifestyle. Continue through the main level and youll find a conveniently located powder room before entering one of the home's standout spaces, the family room with a cathedral ceiling. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, giving this room a bright, open feel throughout the day. The family room flows naturally into the upgraded kitchen, creating an easy connection between cooking, dining, and gathering. Beautiful cabinetry provides plenty of storage, while the LVP flooring throughout these areas gives the space a clean, updated finish. From the kitchen, sliding glass doors lead directly to the back deck and spacious backyard. Whether you envision summer cookouts, outdoor dining, gardening, entertaining friends, or simply enjoying your own outdoor space, this backyard gives you room to make it your own. Upstairs, the home offers four bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing plenty of private living space away from the main gathering areas. And then there is the finished basement, one of the features that truly sets this property apart. The lower level expands the possibilities with additional finished living space, a bedroom, full bathroom, and a second full kitchen. Having two kitchens creates tremendous flexibility for a household that needs additional space. It could work beautifully for extended family, a young adult who wants more independence while remaining at home, guests staying for longer periods, or simply anyone looking for a separate lower-level living area. Few homes offer this kind of versatility. The property also features an oversized two car garage, giving you additional room for vehicles, storage, tools, hobbies, or equipment. And before you even step inside, there is one feature that gives this home its own personalitythe beautiful pear tree in the front yard. Season after season, it continues to grow and produce, adding a special touch to the property and making the front yard memorable. With its four upper-level bedrooms, additional finished basement living space, two full kitchens, multiple bathrooms, cathedral-ceiling family room, upgraded kitchen, deck, spacious backyard, and two car garage, 140 Sweetbay Ln offers a combination of space and flexibility that deserves to be experienced in person. If youre searching for a home for sale in New Castle, Delaware with flexible living space, a finished basement, second kitchen, generous backyard, and convenient New Castle County location, put this one on your list. Book your private tour of 140 Sweetbay Ln today.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $440,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1425 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Zoning | NC6.5 |
| HOA Fee | 250.00 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck(s) |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding,Aluminum Siding |
| School District | COLONIAL |
| Year Built | 1996 |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | NEW CASTLE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | RUTLEDGE |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | Use GPS |
| City | NEW CASTLE |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 7841.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 361000.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2837.0 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 308.77 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 1425 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | RUTLEDGE |
| Tax Lot | 041 |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Basement | Fully Finished,Windows |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1425 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Front Entry |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 57.20 x 115.40 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.18 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 77400.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
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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