Spacious 4 bedroom/1.5 bath colonial located on a quarter acre lot in Penn Acres! The Bowman floorplan includes an open concept eat-in kitchen that overlooks the family room as well as a formal dining room that opens up to the large living room with an elegant bow window. This home has been owned by the same family since it was built in 1965 and has over 2300 square feet of living and storage space including the basement. Original hardwood flooring is in good condition and can be found in the living room, dining room, bedrooms, and beneath the carpet in the second floor hallway. The basement features a partially finished rec room with a built-in bar area along with a large laundry/utility room that includes a work sink and space for a workshop or additional storage. A fully enclosed 11' x 22' three season porch overlooks the back yard and provides additional space for relaxing and entertaining. The porch also provides direct access to the patio which can be used for grilling and outdoor entertaining. The owners added a convenient access door in the second floor hallway to provide easy access to the attic space above the garage. Updates include: new gas water heater and new shower upstairs (2021), new vinyl siding and windows (2020), new electric panel with circuit breakers (2018), replaced windows and rain gutters on back porch (2014), Lennox heating and central air conditioning system (2013), and installed architectural shingle roof (2009). This home is in move in condition but provides handy buyers with an opportunity to build instant equity as needed cosmetic improvements are addressed. The neighborhood playground is conveniently located at the end of the block, and schools are within walking distance. Penn Acres is centrally located in New Castle with easy access to Route 13, I-95, and I-295.