178 Gillespie Avenue, Middletown, DE 19709 - Photo 1

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$339,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
1,650 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Back on market-buyer's financing fell through.Welcome to this beautifully updated Colonial-style townhome located in the highly sought-after Willow Grove Mill community in Middletown. With 1,650 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern style. Freshly painted throughout, it features brand-new luxury vinyl flooring on the main level, new carpet upstairs, and a brand-new roof (2025) with a transferable warranty for added peace of mind. The first floor boasts a spacious open-concept living and dining area, ideal for gatherings and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen includes ample cabinetry, a breakfast area, and updated appliances-including a self-cleaning oven, dishwasher, and disposal. A newer hot water heater (2023) and a brand-new sliding glass door (2025) lead to a private, fenced backyard-perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, including a bright primary suite with a walk-in closet and full en-suite bath. Laundry is conveniently located on the upper level. Additional features include an attached garage with storage, an asphalt driveway, and well-maintained sidewalks throughout the neighborhood. Stucco has been professionally inspected and fully remediated (replaced and repaired). This townhome built in 2005, in great condition and is just minutes from Route 1, shopping, dining, and everything Middletown has to offer. Schedule your tour today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 178 Gillespie Ave

General

Sold For: $339,000
HOA FEE: $4/month
HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
Taxes: $2,800 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2086336
Added to Site: 177 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring: Fully Carpeted

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Main Floor Baths: 3
Main - Full Baths: 2
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry

Location

Area: South Of The Canal (30907)
County: NEW CASTLE
Subdivision: WILLOW GROVE MILL
Cross Streets: Wilgus
Driving Directions: Continue on DE-299 W. Take Gloucester Blvd to Gillespie Ave
Direction Faces: West
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: Appoquinimink
Elementary School: Brick Mill
Middle School: Louis L. Redding
High School: Middletown

Community

Association: Yes
Assoc. Name: WILLOW GROVE MILL SECTION 2 HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Structural Information

Property Detached: Yes
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
Entry Floor Number: 1
Stories/Levels: 1
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 1,650
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,650 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,650 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2005
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Good

Unit Information

Unit Floor in Bldg.: 2

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,614
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 0.06/2614
Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Zoning: 23R-3
Fencing (Description): Aluminum

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $205.45
Association Fee: $50
Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
School Tax: $2,352
City/TownTax: $222
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $226
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $74,200
Tax Amount: $2,800
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1650

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: all appliances
Lot Number: 43

Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin, Judy Chen and BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin, Jinhong Shi
Sold by Lester Realty, KYLE LOGAN SALMON

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Schools

Schools serving 178 Gillespie Ave

School District:Appoquinimink School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Brick Mill Elementary School 378 Brick Mill Road, Middletown, DE 19709	1-5	0.8 mi
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center 611 Campus Drive, Townsend, DE 19734	K-	1.9 mi
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School 201 New Street, Middletown, DE 19709	6-8	1.7 mi
Middletown High School 120 Silver Lake Road, Middletown, DE 19709	9-12	0.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 178 Gillespie Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/14/2025

Sold

$339,000

—

MLS

8/12/2025

Price Reduced

$339,000

-2.87%

MLS

7/24/2025

Listed

$349,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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178 Gillespie Avenue, Middletown, DE 19709 (MLS# DENC2086336) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $339,000 on October 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 178 Gillespie Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Middletown? You can browse all Middletown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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