Best Areas to Live in New Castle

New Castle's residential character runs from its genuinely well-preserved Historic District to more affordable residential areas outside the district's boundaries.

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The Historic District

New Castle's Historic District -- more than 600 structures spanning four centuries -- offers a genuinely distinctive colonial-era living experience, at a meaningfully higher price point than the city's broader average.

More affordable neighborhoods beyond the district

New Castle's residential areas outside the Historic District carry the city's own below-national average home value, a more affordable option for buyers not specifically seeking historic-district living.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.