Rare Value-Add Opportunity on Over Half an Acre in Middletown! Calling all investors, flippers, and buyers ready to build some equity—this 1,025 sq. ft., 3-bedroom, 1-bath home at 988 Port Penn Rd offers solid bones and fantastic upside. Situated on a 0.5+ acre lot, this property delivers true country peace and quiet while keeping you within reach from downtown Middletown’s dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Whether you're looking for your next high-margin renovation project or dreaming of creating a custom rural retreat away from the noise, the footprint and land are ready for your vision. Property is being sold strictly in AS-IS condition. Bring your vision and seize this diamond in the rough before it’s gone!
Sold for $216,000
Zestimate®
$216,000
988 Port Penn Rd, Middletown, DE 19709
3beds
1,025sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.52 Acres Lot
$216,000 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$2,286 Estimated rent
Home value
$216,000
$199,000 - $235,000
$2,286/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Snyder 215-360-3236,
KW Empower,
Listing Team: Ccl Team, Co-Listing Agent: Chris Giroso 302-690-4105,
KW Empower
Bought with:
Diane Salvatore, 2439772
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2110806
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,025
- Total interior livable area: 1,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,025
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 13009.00032
- Zoning: NC21
- Special conditions: In Foreclosure
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: St Georges
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $233,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,764
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Sold | $216,000$211/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2110806 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,514 +123.9% | $233,100 +851.4% |
| 2024 | $676 +38.7% | $24,500 |
| 2023 | $488 -24.2% | $24,500 |
| 2022 | $644 +26% | $24,500 |
| 2021 | $511 -21.2% | $24,500 |
| 2020 | $648 +0.2% | $24,500 |
| 2019 | $646 +9.5% | $24,500 |
| 2017 | $590 +10.7% | $24,500 |
| 2016 | $533 | $24,500 |
| 2015 | $533 -16.7% | $24,500 |
| 2014 | $639 | $24,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $24,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $24,500 +6.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $23,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $23,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19709
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Southern Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 3/10Bedford (Gunning) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 2/10Penn (William) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Colonial
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
$216,000
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Estimated market value
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Middletown
- 19709
- 988 Port Penn Rd
