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308 N Mercer St, New Castle, PA 16101, USA
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Management

PAPAYA REAL ESTATE LLC

Leasing office

(610) 308-0925

Property Overview

308-310 N Mercer Street combines a strong expert rating with a mix of practical advantages, making it an appealing option for renters seeking a well-rounded home. Its notable features and pros suggest a property that offers solid value and useful everyday benefits in a convenient setting.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 308-310 N Mercer Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 308-310 N Mercer Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2B 1B2 bed1 bath720 sqft$1,000 /mo1 unit availableFully renovated as of 2026, featuring a new bathroom and stainless steel kitchen appliances.

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HomeApartments in New Castle 308-310 N Mercer Street

Fully renovated as of 2026, featuring a new bathroom and stainless steel kitchen appliances.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 308-310 N Mercer Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 308-310 N Mercer Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 308-310 N Mercer Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
308-310 N Mercer Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
308-310 N Mercer Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 308-310 N Mercer Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
308-310 N Mercer Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 308-310 N Mercer Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
308-310 N Mercer Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 308-310 N Mercer Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in New Castle

2-bedroom apartments at 308-310 N Mercer Street cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New Castle.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
New Castle
A table of studio rental data trends in New Castle
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,200
September 2024$1,200
October 2024$1,200
November 2024$2,350
December 2024$1,500
January 2025$1,500
February 2025$2,100
March 2025$1,775
May 2025$2,100
June 2025$1,900
July 2025$1,900
August 2025$1,900
September 2025$1,900
October 2025$1,900
November 2025$2,300
December 2025$2,150
January 2026$1,960
February 2026$2,007
March 2026$2,005
April 2026$2,000
May 2026$2,000
June 2026$2,000
July 2026$2,000
August 2026$1,666

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 308-310 N Mercer Street

Washington Intermediate School

101 east euclid ave

new castle, PA, 16105

3-5Public
C-

Harry W. Lockley Early Learning Center

900 east main st

new castle, PA, 16101

K-2Public
B-

Dobbins Early Learning Center

3030 dobbins rd

poland, OH, 44514

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around New Castle near 308 N Mercer St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 308 N Mercer St, New Castle

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 308 N Mercer St

Southside Market
835 Moravia St
Grocery Outlet
1700 Wilmington Rd
Arlington Market
726 Arlington Ave
Save-A-Lot
1134 Butler Ave
Josephs Market Place
2716 Mercer Rd

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