$420,000
SOLD OCT 16, 2025

601 S Broad St Middletown, DE 19709

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,266 Sq Ft
0.64 Acres

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Silver Lake Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to 601 S. Broad Street, a beautifully maintained brick cape cod style home that blends character with thoughtful updates and easy access to amenities. Located in the Appoquinimink School District directly across the street from Everett Meredith Middle School for a short trip to school! Step inside this charming home to inviting hardwood floors that flow throughout the main level. The floor plan provides spacious living and dining areas filled with natural light, making it perfect for both daily living and entertaining. This home has been nicely updated over the years, ensuring modern comfort while maintaining its charm and appeal. Updates include: New Roof (2021), Water Heater (2011), Heating System (2012), Air Conditioning (2019). The well appointed kitchen was redesigned and expanded for better functionality with ample counter space and plenty of hickory cabinets for storage. Two comfortable bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms are located on the first floor. Upstairs you’ll find the spacious primary bedroom with en-suite full bath, an abundance of natural light, and closet space. Another standout features of this property is the three-car detached garage; offering plenty of space for vehicle storage, hobbies, or workshop, this space provides endless possibilities for a variety of uses. The full unfinished basement with interior and exterior access offers room to grow with the potential for future finished living space. This lovely home is in excellent condition with versatile spaces and an unmatched location near schools, shopping, recreation, and major routes. If you’re looking for a move-in ready home with character, a property that offers convenience for everyday living, and a place that gives you room to grow, this Middletown gem is ready to welcome you. Schedule a tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Fitzwater

(302) 378-8700 tinyshomes4u@aol.com RE/MAX Advantage Realty License #5005606 Listed on: 08/30/2025

Co-Listed By

Susan Fitzwater

(302) 378-8700 tinyshomes4u@aol.com RE/MAX Advantage Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Bayard Williams

(302) 274-2503 peterd@houseofrealestatede.com House of Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,494

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 185.00 x 150.00
  • Downtown Location
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned 23R-1A, 23R-1A - SINGLE FAM RES 9750 SQFT MIN

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • 5 Driveway Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Free Parking
  • Front Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • No Smoking Allowed
  • Tax Lot 068
  • Assessor Parcel Number 23-011.00-068

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,494

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Habitable Residence: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 9/12/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Buildout Allowance: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Sliding, Vinyl Clad, Screens, Bay/Bow
  • Other Equipment: Negotiable
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room List: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3766
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2266
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 183.14
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2266
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1500
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Asphalt, Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Street
  • View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No
  • Fencing: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Free
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 8
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 5

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split, Heat Pump(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Electricity On Property: No
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Fiber Optic, Broadband

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Crops Included: No
  • Farm Credit Service Incl: No
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Open, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Dimensions: 185.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 27878.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: 23R-1A
  • Zoning Description: 23R-1A - SINGLE FAM RES 9750 SQFT MIN
  • Farmland Preservation: No
  • In City Limits: Yes

Green Features

  • Green Verification: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lease In Effect: No
  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Rent Control: No
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3775.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4494.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-011.00-068
  • Tax Lot: 068
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Opportunity Zone: No

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2025
Closed on
Nov 12, 2025
Sold by
Lemon Robert S and Lemon Barbara J
Bought by
Varnes Amber Grace and Varnes Aaron E
Seller's Agent
Ryan Fitzwater
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
Buyer's Agent
Bayard Williams
House of Real Estate
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.2%
Views
1447
Current Estimated Value
$416,937

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,063
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.67%
Original Mortgage
$399,000
Outstanding Balance
$399,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,937

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Bought by
Lemon Robert S and Lemon Barbara J
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 $420,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $399,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Price Changed $415,000 -1.2% $183 / Sq Ft
10/16/2025 10/16/25 Sold $420,000 +1.2% $185 / Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2025 08/30/25 For Sale $415,000 -- $183 / 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 $357 $119,100 $15,700 $103,400
2023 $357 $119,100 $15,700 $103,400
2022 $3,662 $119,100 $15,700 $103,400
2021 $3,645 $119,100 $15,700 $103,400
2020 $3,424 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2019 $3,518 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2018 $3,036 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2017 $2,923 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2016 $2,626 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2015 $2,885 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
2014 $2,879 $115,200 $15,700 $99,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2087990

Bright MLS

APN: 23-011.00-068