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140 SWEETBAY LANE
New Castle, DE 19720
9 days ago REDUCED · Active
$425,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
2
Garage
0.18
Acres
1996
Yr. Built
MLS# DENC2109476
Cumulative Days on Market: 67 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 08/25/26 · Data provided by the 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 you’ll 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 personality—the 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 you’re 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.

Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Colonial
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,100
Price / Sqft
$202
Acres
0.18
Year Built
1996
Cumulative Days on Market
67

Location

Area
New Castle/Red Lion/Del.City (30904)
City/Township
NEW CASTLE
Subdivision
RUTLEDGE
County
NEW CASTLE-DE
Zoning
NC6.5

Property Details

Price
$425,000
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Building

Levels
2

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
1/2 Bathrooms
1
Bedrooms
5

Rooms and Basement

Has Basement
Yes
Basement Features
Fully Finished, Windows

Area and Spaces

Living Area
2,100
Above Grade Finished Area
2,100 Sqft

Interior Features

Accessibility Features
None

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Forced Air

Building Details

Construction

Architectural Style
Colonial
Year Built
1996
Foundations
Block
Structure Design Type
Detached

Materials

Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding

Terms

Terms

Ownership
Fee Simple
Cumulative Days on Market
67

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$2,837

HOA

Has HOA
Yes
Association Fee
$250 /yr

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Central A/C

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
0.18
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
7,841

Exterior Features

Patio And Porch Features
Deck

Parking

Garage Capacity
2
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC
Listing Data last updated 10/21/2026 07:40 pm
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Property information last updated
9 days ago
Date of last price change
57 days ago
Status Active. This is the most recent date the listing was placed on market.
Cumulative Days on Market: 67 days (includes prior listings) · Currently listed since August 25, 2026. Data provided by the MLS.

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