$400,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

550 Whispering Trail Middletown, DE 19709

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,925 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$208 Per Sq Ft

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Active Adult
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Clubhouse
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 550 Whispering Trail, a delightful residence in the highly desirable Springmill 55+ community in Middletown, DE! This well-maintained home offers single-floor living with a 2nd-floor bonus room and full bath. This home combines modern convenience with cozy charm, offering everything you need for comfortable, low-maintenance living in a serene and neighborhood setting.
Boasting 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 1,925 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home is perfect for those looking to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle without sacrificing style or functionality. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the inviting curb appeal, featuring a charming front porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets.
Step inside to discover an open-concept layout designed for easy living and entertaining. The living room greets you with large sun-filled windows providing an abundance of natural light. The adjacent kitchen is spacious, featuring modern appliances, plenty of counter space, and an eat-in breakfast area for casual dining. Just off the kitchen, the sun-filled Florida room provides a tranquil space to relax with a cozy gas fireplace, read, or entertain year-round, with views of the backyard.
The primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom featuring a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The guest room on the main level is spacious. Another full bath in the hallway provides privacy for your guests all around. An additional bedroom/bonus room on the 2nd level has its own bathroom, offering flexibility for guests, hobbies, exercise, or a home office.
Practical features like main-floor laundry, an attached 2-car garage with inside access, and ample storage make everyday living a breeze. Outside, the property sits on a beautifully landscaped 0.20-acre lot, providing plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors without overwhelming maintenance responsibilities.
As part of the sought-after Springmill community, this home offers access to an impressive array of amenities. The HOA fee includes lawn care, snow removal, and common area maintenance, ensuring your time is spent enjoying life rather than worrying about upkeep. Take advantage of the clubhouse, community pool, tennis courts, and shuffleboard courts, or participate in the many social events that make Springmill a vibrant and active neighborhood.
Located just minutes from major routes, shopping, dining, and healthcare, 550 Whispering Trail offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Whether you’re downsizing or simply looking for a place to call home in a welcoming community, this property checks all the boxes.
Schedule your private showing today and experience the beauty and lifestyle of Springmill living—this home is ready to welcome its new owners!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katina Geralis

(888) 543-4829 de.broker@exprealty.net EXP Realty, LLC License #R3-0020328 Listed on: 01/09/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Tatyana Barrett

(484) 962-0034 peter.phinney@redfin.com Redfin Corporation License #RS322555

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $936

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned 23R-2

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,925 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 060
  • Assessor Parcel Number 23-028.00-060

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • $1,000 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, pool(s), snow removal
  • Active Adult | Residents must be 55 or older
  • Springmill Maintenance Corp HOA
  • Springmill Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Shuffleboard Court
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$936

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Please view inclusion and exclusion document
  • Inclusions: Please view inclusion and exclusion document
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Sun/Florida Room, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1925
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1925
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 207.79
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1925
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • 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 - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 150.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Shuffleboard, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Pool(s), Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: SPRINGMILL MAINTENANCE CORP
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community Age Requirement: 55
  • Senior Community: Yes

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1000.00

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8712.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Zoning: 23R-2
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 786.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 936.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-028.00-060
  • Tax Lot: 060
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Hall Annie Ledora
Bought by
Ibrahim
Seller's Agent
Katina Geralis
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tatyana Barrett
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Views
279
Current Estimated Value
$422,266

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,266
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$248,914
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$173,714

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2004
Sold by
Richter Sylvan I
Bought by
Hall Annie Ledora

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,405
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2003
Sold by
Springmill Homes Associates Lp
Bought by
Richter Sylvan I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 $400,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $269,900 --
Deed $230,241 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $256,405 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $125,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $400,000 0.0% $208 / Sq Ft
01/09/2025 01/09/25 For Sale $400,000 -- $208 / 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 -- $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2023 $1,650 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2022 $1,641 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2021 $1,701 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2020 $1,673 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2019 $1,492 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2018 $1,425 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2017 $1,361 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2016 $1,068 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2015 $1,010 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
2014 $1,004 $74,800 $10,700 $64,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2074174

Bright MLS

APN: 23-028.00-060