Seller's Agent in 2026
Peggy Sheehan
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 285-0984
5 in this area
112 Total Sales
189 Gillespie Ave Middletown, DE 19709
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,850
Sq Ft
3,049
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- A-Frame Home
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
- Brick Mill Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Entrance Foyer
About This Home
As of January 2026Welcome to 189 Gillespie Avenue in Middletown, DE! This charming A-Frame style townhome boasts 2 bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms, with a one-car garage. Located in the sought-after Willow Grove Mill Community and within the top-rated Appoquinimink School District, this home is sure to impress. As you enter the foyer, you'll be greeted by beautiful wood flooring that leads into the spacious dining and family room area. The open layout is perfect for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones. Pride of ownership shows. You will be amazed at the space you'll find here. Foyer entrance features wood flooring. Stepping into the combo dining/family room area. These two areas are divided by beautiful half wall columns gracefully separating these two rooms. You have so many options for these combo rooms. Flowing right into the kitchen with wood floors, stainless steel appliances flowing into the added extension that is open for you to design it with your special touches. Plenty of light from the triple window covered with custom blinds. Open the sliding glass doors flowing out onto the custom paver patio with a section of vinyl privacy fencing and the backyard complete with vinyl split rail fencing. Great yard for entertaining family and friends and gathering around the custom paver firepit. This home offers both accessibility and comfort. Heading to the upstairs is where you find the half bathroom conveniently located to the family room area. Up the stairway you'll find this cozy extra sitting area. This area flowing into the second nice sized bedroom. Featuring its own private full bathroom with tub/shower and a walk-out private balcony. Back out to the hallway leading to the primary bedroom on your right you'll find the convenience to each bedroom your laundry room. Continue on to the Primary Bedroom, which is very generously spacious Featuring the generous sized custom walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a jetted tub, a walk-in shower, with a separate water closet. Flowing from the bedroom you'll find the extension space for you to use it as a nursery, office, cozy reading spot, designated TV room. So many uses for this room, make it your own. Faux window blinds included where present. New heating system installed. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a beautiful townhome in a prime location. Conveniently situated just off Rt 1 and minutes from downtown Middletown. Easy access to Route 1 connecting to I-95 & 495 with direct access to Philadelphia Airport. For the beach goers, convenient to all Delaware beaches and Ocean City, Md. Don't miss out on this one. Schedule your showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 285-5100 dwatlington@psre.com Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown Brokerage Phone: 3022855100 License #RS-0020080 Listed on: 10/19/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(410) 643-2244 bhavani.kurtz@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #457002836
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,809
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Vinyl Fence
- Landscaped
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
- $4 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 1 Driveway Space
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- A-Frame Home
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,850 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Schools
- Middletown High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Willow Grove Mill Homeowners Assoc. HOA
- Willow Grove Mill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-034.00-035
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 19, 2025
Closed on
Jan 27, 2026
Sold by
Truax Christine M
Bought by
Deliman Carl and Deliman Debbie J
Seller's Agent
Peggy Sheehan
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Buyer's Agent
Bhavani Kurtz
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$385,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-15.58%
Views
247
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
43.85%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Outstanding Balance
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$160,730
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 17, 2019
Closed on
Nov 12, 2019
Sold by
Hammer Felicia K and Quinn Eric R
Bought by
Truax Christine M
Seller's Agent
Kelly Clark
Crown Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Gawel
BHHS Fox & Roach-Christiana
List Price
$214,500
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,500
2.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.56%
Original Mortgage
$197,279
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 3, 2013
Closed on
Nov 13, 2013
Sold by
Griffith Angelo J
Bought by
Hammer Felica K and Quinn Eric R
Seller's Agent
Joe Tortorella
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Buzz Moran
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$195,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,400
-6.86%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.91%
Original Mortgage
$199,489
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 2005
Sold by
Anderson Homes Llc
Bought by
Griffith Angelo J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,946
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2005
Sold by
Willow Grove Ventures Llc
Bought by
Anderson Homes Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,000,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $325,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $240,834 | -- | |
| Deed | $2,000,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $180,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $197,279 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $199,489 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $238,946 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $4,000,000 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 01/27/26 | Sold | $325,000 | -4.1% | $176 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/30/2025 12/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/10/2025 12/10/25 | Price Changed | $339,000 | -3.0% | $183 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/14/2025 11/14/25 | Price Changed | $349,500 | -1.5% | $189 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/07/2025 11/07/25 | Price Changed | $355,000 | -2.7% | $192 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/25/2025 10/25/25 | Price Changed | $365,000 | -5.2% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/19/2025 10/19/25 | For Sale | $385,000 | +75.8% | $208 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/12/2019 11/12/19 | Sold | $219,000 | +2.1% | $118 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/26/2019 09/26/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/19/2019 09/19/19 | For Sale | $214,500 | +9.7% | $116 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/13/2013 11/13/13 | Sold | $195,500 | -2.2% | $106 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/27/2013 08/27/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/31/2013 07/31/13 | Price Changed | $199,900 | -1.5% | $108 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/15/2013 07/15/13 | Price Changed | $203,000 | -3.3% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/03/2013 07/03/13 | For Sale | $209,900 | -- | $113 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $235 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2023 | $235 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2022 | $2,408 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2021 | $2,355 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2020 | $2,327 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2019 | $2,391 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2018 | $2,064 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2017 | $235 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2016 | $2,020 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2015 | $1,961 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
| 2014 | $1,957 | $78,300 | $12,200 | $66,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Peggy Sheehan
-
Bhavani Kurtz
B
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Bhavani Kurtz
Long & Foster
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
Kelly Clark
Seller's Agent in 2019
Kelly Clark
Crown Homes Real Estate
(302) 757-6041
42 in this area
312 Total Sales
-
Debbie Gawel
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Debbie Gawel
BHHS Fox & Roach
(302) 388-9163
3 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Joe Tortorella
Seller's Agent in 2013
Joe Tortorella
EXP Realty, LLC
(302) 563-5797
2 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Buzz Moran
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Buzz Moran
Long & Foster
(302) 740-6529
134 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC2091216
APN: 23-034.00-035
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