Discover Timeless Character and Modern Comfort at 105 Ruth Dr, Middletown, DE. Imagine coming home to a place where two acres of privacy, mature gardens, and timeless character create a peaceful retreat, while modern updates provide the comfort and convenience you want for everyday living. That is the experience waiting, a distinctive 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in New Castle County, Delaware. Set on a spacious 2-acre lot, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: room to breathe without giving up convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes.From the moment you step inside, the home strikes a natural balance between classic charm and thoughtful improvements. A Warm and Welcoming Interior. The first floor immediately makes an impression with engineered hardwood flooring that extends throughout the main living spaces. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere while highlighting the home's traditional character. At the center of the home is an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large central island. Whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or gathering with friends and family, the kitchen provides both functionality and space to connect. Just beyond the kitchen, the family room offers a more intimate setting, complete with custom built-in shelving and a wood-burning brick fireplace. It's the kind of room designed for quiet evenings, holiday gatherings, and making memories throughout the seasons. The home's thoughtful floor plan continues with an exceptionally large main-floor laundry room, adding practical storage and workspace that today's homeowners appreciate. Bring the Outdoors In One of the most memorable features of 105 Ruth Dr is its expansive sunroom, accessed through elegant French doors. Filled with natural light, this versatile space creates a seamless transition between the home's interior and its surrounding landscape. Step outside and the experience continues with a screened-in porch overlooking expansive gardens. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee, entertaining guests, or simply taking in the changing seasons, the outdoor spaces provide a private setting to relax. The mature gardens and generous acreage give the property a sense of established character while still leaving plenty of room for the next owner to make the land their own. A Private Middletown Location With Everyday Convenience Although 105 Ruth Dr feels private and removed from the pace of everyday life, its Middletown, Delaware location provides convenient access to the amenities that matter. Residents can enjoy nearby shopping, dining, schools, and community conveniences while maintaining the feeling of a peaceful retreat. Major transportation routes, including Route 1 and Route 13, are also readily accessible, making commuting throughout New Castle County and beyond more convenient. For buyers searching for homes for sale in Middletown DE, particularly those seeking acreage, privacy, established gardens, and flexible outdoor space, 105 Ruth Dr offers a rare combination. A Home With Room to Grow It's about having the space to live comfortably today while preserving opportunities for tomorrow. It's the warmth of a wood-burning fireplace on a cool evening. It's coffee in the screened-in porch surrounded by gardens. It's gathering around the oversized kitchen island. It's opening the French doors to a sun-filled room or imagining how the two acres could evolve over time.
Coming soon 09/11
$695,000
105 Ruth Dr, Middletown, DE 19709
4beds
2,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
2.15 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days
- 770
- 40
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kim Simpson 302-690-0245,
Thyme Real Estate Co LLC 3026900245
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2110632
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,625
- Total interior livable area: 2,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,625
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Asphalt, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.15 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13018.00032
- Zoning: NC2A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Greylag
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $265/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $625,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,272
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2015 | Listing removed | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 6/11/2015 | Price change | $2,750+10%$1/sqft |
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| 5/23/2015 | Price change | $2,500-9.1%$1/sqft |
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| 5/12/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 11/26/2014 | Sold | $300,000-11.5%$114/sqft |
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| 8/15/2014 | Listing removed | $339,000$129/sqft |
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| 8/1/2014 | Price change | $339,000-5.6%$129/sqft |
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| 7/22/2014 | Price change | $359,000-4.3%$137/sqft |
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| 6/4/2014 | Price change | $375,000-3.8%$143/sqft |
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| 1/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $390,000$149/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $625,800 +467.4% |
| 2024 | $4,616 +17.7% | $110,300 |
| 2023 | $3,922 +11.4% | $110,300 |
| 2022 | $3,522 -9.8% | $110,300 |
| 2021 | $3,903 +1.2% | $110,300 |
| 2020 | $3,858 +8% | $110,300 |
| 2019 | $3,572 +8.5% | $110,300 |
| 2017 | $3,292 +5557.3% | $110,300 |
| 2016 | $58 | $110,300 |
| 2015 | $58 -98% | $110,300 |
| 2014 | $2,925 | $110,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $110,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $110,300 -13.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $127,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19709
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Appoquinimink
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




