Welcome to 47 Franklin Drive — a charming townhome in the heart of Middletown’s desirable Greenlawn community. Just two minutes from the main street Middletown, local golf courses, the new YMCA, and the library, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience! Loved and well-cared-for by its previous owners, this home is ready for you to make it your own! Step inside to an open-concept main floor featuring a bright kitchen with plenty of natural light, flowing seamlessly into the living and dining area with hardwood flooring throughout. Sliding doors open to a deck overlooking the fenced backyard — perfect for relaxing, barbecuing, or letting pets play safely outdoors. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings and an impressive walk-in closet. The full bathroom offers a tile shower/tub combo, while the second bedroom provides plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. The partially finished basement adds flexible living space — ideal for a rec room, workout area, or even a potential third bedroom — plus extra storage and a convenient laundry area! Whether you’re looking for your first home, downsizing, or simply want to be close to everything Middletown has to offer, 47 Franklin Drive delivers comfort, style, and location in one inviting package.
Sold for $300,000
$300,000
47 Franklin Dr, Middletown, DE 19709
2beds
1,675sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1999
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$245,900 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$1,943 Estimated rent
Home value
$245,900
$221,000 - $273,000
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Open-concept main floorExtra storagePartially finished basementConvenient laundry areaSpacious bedroomsImpressive walk-in closetFlexible living space
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Listed by:
Randy Shepheard 302-354-7129,
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Bought with:
Sabri Thompson, RS0025652
Foraker Realty Co.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2090174
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 330
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,675
- Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,345
- Finished area below ground: 330
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street, Other
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 137.50
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23004.00363
- Zoning: 23R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Greenlawn
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $271,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,824
- Date on market: 9/27/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $300,000$179/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2090174 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Pending sale | $300,000$179/sqft |
Source:  Patterson Schwartz #DENC2090174 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000+95.4%$179/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090174 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2019 | Sold | $153,520-20%$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2019 | Pending sale | $191,900$115/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Real Estate Company #DENC479264 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2019 | Price change | $191,900-2.5%$115/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Real Estate Company #DENC479264 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2019 | Price change | $196,900-2.5%$118/sqft |
Source: Chesapeake Real Estate Company #DENC479264 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $201,900+10.6%$121/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate #DENC479264 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2006 | Sold | $182,500+41.6%$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2004 | Sold | $128,900$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $271,900 +415% |
| 2024 | $1,945 +19.6% | $52,800 |
| 2023 | $1,626 +0.2% | $52,800 |
| 2022 | $1,623 +2.2% | $52,800 |
| 2021 | $1,588 +1.2% | $52,800 |
| 2020 | $1,569 +7.9% | $52,800 |
| 2019 | $1,454 +8.5% | $52,800 |
| 2017 | $1,340 -1.6% | $52,800 |
| 2016 | $1,362 | $52,800 |
| 2015 | $1,362 +3% | $52,800 |
| 2014 | $1,322 | $52,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $52,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $52,800 |
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Neighborhood: 19709
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Silver Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Redding (Louis L.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Middletown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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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