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!
Sold for $339,000
$339,000
178 Gillespie Ave, Middletown, DE 19709
3beds
1,650sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2005
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$348,900 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$2,416 Estimated rent
Home value
$348,900
$314,000 - $387,000
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Private fenced backyardBrand-new roofUpdated appliancesWell-maintained sidewalksBright primary suiteFull en-suite bathGenerously sized bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Judy Chen 302-766-2373,
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin,
Co-Listing Agent: Jinhong Shi 302-766-1627,
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
Bought with:
KYLE SALMON, RS0025602
Lester Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2086336
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,650
- Total interior livable area: 1,650 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,650
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Aluminum
Lot
- Size: 2,614 sqft
- Dimensions: 0.06/2614
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23034.00043
- Zoning: 23R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable, Fiber Optic
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Middletown
- Subdivision: Willow Grove Mill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $50 annually
- Association name: WILLOW GROVE MILL SECTION 2 HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Sold | $339,000$205/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Pending sale | $339,000$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Contingent | $339,000$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $339,000$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Contingent | $339,000$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $339,000-2.9%$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,000+82.7%$212/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2086336 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2005 | Sold | $191,050$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $330,000 +344.7% |
| 2024 | $2,733 +19.6% | $74,200 |
| 2023 | $2,285 +0.2% | $74,200 |
| 2022 | $2,281 +2.2% | $74,200 |
| 2021 | $2,231 +1.2% | $74,200 |
| 2020 | $2,205 +7.9% | $74,200 |
| 2019 | $2,043 +8.5% | $74,200 |
| 2017 | $1,883 -1.6% | $74,200 |
| 2016 | $1,914 | $74,200 |
| 2015 | $1,914 +759.9% | $74,200 |
| 2014 | $223 | $74,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $74,200 +1096.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $6,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19709
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABrick Mill Early Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Redding (Louis L.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Middletown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brick Mill
- Middle: Louis L. Redding
- High: Middletown
- 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.
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Estimated market value
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Middletown
- 19709
- 178 Gillespie Ave
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