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Sold for $355,000
  • $355,000

    242 Academy Ln, Middletown, DE 19709

    3beds
    2,002sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2000
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $293,100 Zestimate®
    $177/sqft
    $2,714 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $293,100

    $261,000 - $328,000

    $2,714/mo

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    What's special

    New hot water heaterRenovated kitchenKitchen renovationsRenovated private bathNew fridgeNew microwaveGutter guards
    This beautiful 3Br/2.5Ba Twin on a cul-de-sac street has loads of updates & amenities for its new owner to enjoy for years to come! SHOWINGS BEGIN 12/27/24! What a beautiful place to call home! Updates incl: New Bosch HVAC system, Smart Thermostat & new Garage door in 2024; Full home energy efficient insulation upgrade 2023; New Sliders to deck & Kitchen renovations in 2022; New installation of 240 outlet for EV charger as well as add'l 120v GFI outlets in Garage in 2021; All new Pella replacement windows throughout & added 2 Pella casement windows in Kitchen, Added Gutter Guards & exterior professional landscaping in 2020; All new carpet & padding 2nd floor, New Fridge, updated full bath & replaced roof/doors on shed in 2019; New microwave, Primary Bath updates, Routed all downspouts & sump pump discharge underground, New Hot Water Heater in 2018; New Kitchen Range in 2017. Your great experience starts w/ the lovely curb appeal of the covered front porch, freshly power washed vinyl exterior, fresh landscaping with mature plantinges, landscape lighting, front shade trees & 30+ year dimensional roof installed in 2015! Enter at the home's Foyer featuring neutral paint, tile floors, double coat closet, inside garage access & an updated Powder Rm offering tile fls, vanity sink, updated light bar, mirror & fixtures. The cozy Living Rm features wood look LVP flooring, great natural light, neutral decor, surround sound system & is open to the spacious Dining Rm w/ chair rail decor, the same lovely LVP fls, open to the renovated Kitchen & convenient sliding doors that lead out to the great screened porch w/ cathedral ceiling overlooking the small side patio & the fully fenced backyard w/ shed ! The renovated Kitchen has so many great amenities including Quartz counters, new solid 42" Maple Hardwood shaker style cabinets w/ under-mount lighting, soft close hinges & matching pulls, a corner mounted SS deep sink w/ touch control arched faucet & 2 new casement windows adding both light & plenty of fresh air! Heading upstairs take notice of the new neutral carpet along the staircase & the entire 2nd floor. The Primary BR features Cathedral Ceiling, beautiful arched transom window over the 2 rear facing windows, ceiling fan, semi-walk in closet w/ loads of storage space as well as a 2nd single closet & a renovated private bath complete w/ n ew tile flooring, new vanity w/ soft close hinges, fixtures, hardware & lighting! Bedrooms 2 & 3 are both spacious & neutral (currently being used as Offices) w/ good sized double closet storage & great natural light. The full bath on this level was also renovated & features tile fls, private linen closet, new vanity w/ soft close hinges, updated light fixtures & hardware! Looking for more living space? No worries, just head down to the finished basement where you'll find plenty of room to relax or entertain your friends & family in the neutrally carpeted Family Rm area that also has a large alcove/bump out space w/ tile fls & custom Timber Wall (not shiplap) that is great for using as a bar area, a hobby area, an exercise area, etc! Rounding off the lower level is the spacious finished Laundry/Utility Rm complete w/ Washer, Dryer, laundry sink & the home's HVAC system, Hot Water Heater & custom shelving storage space! Don't miss your opportunity to own this beautifully updated & very well maintained home! Conveniently located in the heart of Middletown & within walking distance to a small shopping center w/ dining options as well as close by to loads of add'l shopping, dining & entertaining options along both the 301 & 299/Main St corridors of Middletown! Commuting in & out of this side of town is a breeze being just off major Rts 71/301 Bypass to DE Rt 1 & I-95 interchanges! Put this great home on your next tour! See it! Love it! Buy it! SHOWINGS BEGIN 12/27/24!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Steve Freebery 302-420-8606,

    EXP Realty, LLC,

    Listing Team: Team Freebery, Co-Listing Team: Team Freebery,Co-Listing Agent: Karen A Freebery 302-530-0387,

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Desi Rivera, RS-0022712

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2073708MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
    Basement
    • Area: 652
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Has Laundry, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
    • Doors: Insulated, Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens, Transom, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,002
    • Total interior livable area: 2,002 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,350
    • Finished area below ground: 652

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened Porch
    • Exterior features: Chimney Cap(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Other
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 57.80 x 142.30
    • Features: Suburban
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 23001.00018
    • Zoning: 23R-2
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle,Pitched
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2000

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Cable, Fiber Optic

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Middletown Village
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Middletown

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $177/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $55,700
    • Annual tax amount: $1,880
    • Date on market: 12/27/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA 203(b),USDA Loan,Cash
    • Inclusions: See Incl / Excl Sheet With Disclosures On Mls
    • Exclusions: See Incl / Excl Sheet With Disclosures On Mls
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/14/2025Sold$355,000-1.4%$177/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2073708 Report a problem
    12/31/2024Pending sale$359,900$180/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2073708 Report a problem
    12/31/2024Listing removed$359,900$180/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2073708 Report a problem
    12/27/2024Listed for sale$359,900+67.5%$180/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DENC2073708 Report a problem
    11/3/2017Sold$214,900+2.4%$107/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    8/21/2017Listed for sale$209,900+24.9%$105/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Premier Properties #7039972 Report a problem
    7/17/2014Sold$168,000-0.6%$84/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/3/2014Price change$169,000-3.4%$84/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #6307293 Report a problem
    11/15/2013Listed for sale$174,900-9.4%$87/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #6307293 Report a problem
    12/1/2012Listing removed$1,350$1/sqft
    Source: MID-DEL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Report a problem
    10/4/2012Price change$1,350-6.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Mid-DEL Property Management Report a problem
    9/14/2012Listed for rent$1,450$1/sqft
    Source: Mid-DEL Property Management Report a problem
    7/8/2012Listing removed$193,000$96/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6066531 Report a problem
    6/22/2012Price change$193,000-3%$96/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6066531 Report a problem
    4/21/2012Listed for sale$199,000-5.2%$99/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred #6041852 Report a problem
    4/2/2011Listing removed$209,900$105/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Delaware Office #5830277 Report a problem
    3/17/2011Price change$209,900-2.3%$105/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Delaware #5830277 Report a problem
    1/29/2011Listed for sale$214,800+14.9%$107/sqft
    Source: NRT Philadelphia #5830277 Report a problem
    6/2/2005Sold$186,900$93/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $355,800 +538.8%
    2024$2,052 +19.6%$55,700
    2023$1,715 +0.2%$55,700
    2022$1,713 +2.2%$55,700
    2021$1,675 +1.2%$55,700
    2020$1,655 +7.9%$55,700
    2019$1,534 +8.6%$55,700
    2017$1,413 +11.3%$55,700
    2016$1,270 $55,700
    2015$1,270 +3.4%$55,700
    2014$1,228 $55,700
    2013-- $55,700
    2012-- $55,700 +1.8%
    2011-- $54,700
    2010-- $54,700
    2009-- $54,700
    2008-- $54,700
    2007-- $54,700
    2006-- $54,700
    2005-- $54,700
    2004-- $54,700
    2003-- $54,700
    2002-- $54,700
    2001-- $54,700
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19709

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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.

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