$600,000
SOLD JUL 2, 2025

117 Ellison Dr Milton, DE 19968

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,684 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$163 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

82 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Milton Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Presenting 117 Ellison Dr., nestled on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the Community of Cannery Village (The Village) of OldTown Milton, Delaware, this home provides the very best lifestyle of this idyllic, small town, neo-classical, white picket-fenced community. The landscaping and inviting classic country estate (like) front porch entices you to explore all the exquisite features within. The amenities of this home will perfectly support your new coastal lifestyle, from the formal dining room, and a formal sitting room, to spacious Chef Style kitchen, Family room combination (with all new ('22 to '24) stainless appliances, 42” soft -white cabinets, subtle tile backsplash and an multi-purpose center island), a family dining area, to the fireplace centered family room (w/gas log) that leads you to the spacious, three seasoned, screened in porch overlooking the bricked patio of the rear and side yards, entirely fenced in, protecting young family members or beloved pups. Note the outside shower for all those returning beach and outings folks! The porch, perfect for personal quiet moments or entertaining, and the oversized 2 car garage. The main floor and the bedroom levels both offer solid hardwood floor. The main level is completed with a butler’s pantry, a convenient yet tucked away laundry room (new ('23) appliances), just off the kitchen and a guest powder room. The center hall, solid wood, open staircase carries you from the lower level to the bedroom level. The cathedral window fills the staircase with southside sunlight. Arriving to the primary bedroom suite through the double door you reach the graceful yet peaceful, ensuite bedroom. Walk in shower bathroom and a spacious walk-in closet. Plush carpeting awaits your cozy morning touches for the two guest bedrooms as well as the tiled full hall bath. The finished lower basement level is an entertainer’s dream, offering, a guest full bath, space for a home office, and a spacious TV/entertaining area. This level also provides abundant storage space as well.
Recent updates include a 32' front porch awning, replacement of most appliances, freshly painted throughout, two south wall windows added to the family room in 2007, new comfort height commodes, Tankless H2O heater in 2019 (serviced annually), as well as all the major utilities inspected & meticulously maintained, & all the roofs inspected, repaired & maintained. Side & rear fencing installed in 2008. A 12' X 16' screened-in porch was added in 2008. providing privacy and tranquility from the outside world yet leads your curiosity towards all the historic charms the Village Community and OldTown Milton have to offer. The community offers mature tree-lined streets, sidewalks, outdoor gazebos, fountain pools and ponds, respite park benches, and open community greens and lawns. The Recreation Center offers the unique amenity combination of a heated indoor swimming pool, a summertime outdoor pool, a state-of-the-art exercise room, resort style locker rooms, two party/gathering rooms and a TV lounge area. Modest community HOA dues are all that are required. Within an easy walk, OldTown Milton offers a historic district features homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places, unique shops and businesses, beloved local dining establishments, the Dogfish Brewery and the renowned Milton Theater. Milton is located at the head of the Broadkill River providing abundant recreational opportunities to explore miles of pristine waterways, shorelines, and parks, as well as biking path explorations throughout the Delaware County of Sussex; all of which can be found from the heart of the town. Whether you seek a forever home or a beach getaway, 117 Ellison Dr. is ready, your dreams await! Don’t wait—seize this opportunity before it's gone!
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Last Agent to Sell the Property

BENJAMIN STEWARD

(302) 227-5000 bsteward@cbanker.com Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth License #RA-0020641 Listed on: 02/27/2025

Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth

Last Buyer's Agent

Phoebe Mortell

(202) 765-4460 phoebe.mortell@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine License #RS373915

Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,346

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 36.00 x 97.00
  • South Facing Home
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned TN

HOA Fees

  • $143 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Milton Elementary School
  • Mariner Middle School
  • Cape Henlopen High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • 120/240V
  • Metered Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Public Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 37
  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-20.00-600.00

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management, recreation facility, pool(s), reserve funds, road maintenance
  • $250 Other One-Time Fees
  • Cannery Village Citizens Association
  • Cannery Village Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Game Room
  • Party Room
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Heated Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,346

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$143 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Colonial
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2/27/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French, Insulated, Six Panel, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Other, Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Finished Percent: 85.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3684
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3684
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 222.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2784
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 900
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 900
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt, Composite
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Garage - Rear Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Refuse: 80.00
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 120/240V
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Metered
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Propane, Tankless
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Propane, Electric Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable, Satellite

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 430.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Game Room, Party Room, Pool - Indoor, Pool - Outdoor, Recreational Center
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Recreation Facility, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Name: CANNERY VILLAGE CITIZENS ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Indoor, Heated

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 250.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: One Time

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MILTON
  • High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: MARINER

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Privacy, Rear
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 36.00 x 97.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Brick, Porch(es), Enclosed, Screened
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok, Number Limit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1836.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3346.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-20.00-600.00
  • Tax Lot: 37
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
Jacobs Dennis and Money Sandra Lee
Bought by
Mortell Richard and Mortell Jeannine
Seller's Agent
BENJAMIN STEWARD
Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth
Buyer's Agent
Phoebe Mortell
Patterson-Schwartz-Brandywine
List Price
$647,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,000
-7.26%
Views
1970
Current Estimated Value
$597,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,179
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.84%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Outstanding Balance
$178,760
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$419,061
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $600,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $600,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $180,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Sold $600,000 -3.1% $163 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Price Changed $619,375 -4.3% $168 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 For Sale $647,000 -- $176 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,046 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2024 $1,518 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2023 $1,517 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2022 $1,446 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2021 $1,528 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2020 $1,523 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2019 $1,525 $40,950 $2,500 $38,450
2018 $1,398 $40,950 $0 $0
2017 $1,322 $40,950 $0 $0
2016 $1,136 $40,950 $0 $0
2015 $1,063 $40,950 $0 $0
2014 $1,052 $40,950 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2079602

Bright MLS

APN: 235-20.00-600.00