189 Gillespie Ave

Middletown, DE 19709

$339,000
Price
2
Beds
1,850 Sq. Ft.
$183 / Sq. Ft.
1,850
Sq. Ft.
$183
per Sq. Ft.
Front View One car garage w/ remote opener
Welcome
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and windows
Entry Foyer
a bedroom with furniture and a lamp
Living Room
Living Room
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
Living Room
a living room with furniture and a mirror
Living Room w/ stairway leading to 2nd Floor
Stairway leading Up to the 2nd floor
a bathroom with a sink toilet and mirror
Living Room view into the Kitchen
Kitchen
Eat-in-Kitchen
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
Eat-in-Kitchen
Eat-in-Kitchen area
Extension off of Kitchen
Extention Off of eat-in-kitchen area
Extension off Kitchen
Kitchen Extension leading out to paver patio
Paver Patio Retreat
Custom Paver Patio w/ Fire Pit
Backyard w/ Vinyl Fencing
a living room with furniture and a large window
Second Floor Sitting area
Bedroom 2 w/ Tub/Shower Full Bathroom
a bedroom with a bed and a closet
Bedroom 2
Full Bathroom in Bedroom 2
a living room with furniture
Balcony
Balcony front view
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and furniture
Laundry 2nd floor level
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a dresser in it
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bathroom Double Sink Vanity
a bathroom with a tub a toilet and a shower
Primary Bathroom Stand Up Shower
Primary Bathroom Water Closet
Primary Bedroom Walk-in-Closet
Primary Custom Bedroom Walk-in-Closet
Primary Walk-in-closet
Office/sitting room in Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom Office/sitting room
Privacy Fence Section
Backyard Custom Paver Patio
a kitchen with a stove and a sink
a view of a backyard with plants and entertaining space
Backyard Custom Paver Patio with Fire Pit
Backyard Vinyl Fencing
Backyard View
Backyard View
Vinyl Fencing in Backyard
Roof top view
Aerial view
Aerial view of backyard

Description

Welcome to 189 Gillespie Avenue in Middletown, DE! This charming A-Frame style townhome boasts 2 bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms, with a one-car garage. Located in the sought-after Willow Grove Mill Community and within the top-rated Appoquinimink School District, this home is sure to impress. As you enter the foyer, you'll be greeted by beautiful wood flooring that leads into the spacious dining and family room area. The open layout is perfect for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones. Pride of ownership...Welcome to 189 Gillespie Avenue in Middletown, DE! This charming A-Frame style townhome boasts 2 bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms, with a one-car garage. Located in the sought-after Willow Grove Mill Community and within the top-rated Appoquinimink School District, this home is sure to impress. As you enter the foyer, you'll be greeted by beautiful wood flooring that leads into the spacious dining and family room area. The open layout is perfect for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones. Pride of ownership shows. You will be amazed at the space you'll find here. Foyer entrance features wood flooring. Stepping into the combo dining/family room area. These two areas are divided by beautiful half wall columns gracefully separating these two rooms. You have so many options for these combo rooms. Flowing right into the kitchen with wood floors, stainless steel appliances flowing into the added extension that is open for you to design it with your special touches. Plenty of light from the triple window covered with custom blinds. Open the sliding glass doors flowing out onto the custom paver patio with a section of vinyl privacy fencing and the backyard complete with vinyl split rail fencing. Great yard for entertaining family and friends and gathering around the custom paver firepit. This home offers both accessibility and comfort. Heading to the upstairs is where you find the half bathroom conveniently located to the family room area. Up the stairway you go to find this cozy extra sitting area. This area flowing into the second nice sized bedroom. Featuring its own private full bathroom with tub/shower and a walk-out private balcony. Back out to the hallway leading to the primary bedroom on your right you'll find the convenience to each bedroom your laundry room. Continue on to the Primary Bedroom, which is very generously spacious Featuring the generous sized custom walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a jetted tub, a walk-in shower, with a separate water closet. Flowing from the bedroom you'll find the extension space for you to use it as a nursery, office, cozy reading spot, designated TV room. So many uses for this room, make it your own. Faux window blinds included where present. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a beautiful townhome in a prime location. Conveniently situated just off Rt 1 and minutes from downtown Middletown. Easy access to Route 1 connecting to I-95 & 495 with direct access to Philadelphia Airport. For the beach goers, convenient to all Delaware beaches and Ocean City, Md. Don't miss out on this one. Schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Peggy J Sheehan • Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
    P: (302)-743-4969 peggysheehan3@aol.com

Property Details for 189 Gillespie Avenue

Tax ID Number
23-034.00-035
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
A-Frame
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 09:44 PM

Property Details for 189 Gillespie Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #DENC2091216
Days on Market64
Taxes$3,809 / year
HOA Fees$50 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyNew Castle County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
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Building Information for 189 Gillespie Avenue

Stories2Residences-Year Built2005Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,997 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,675

Property Taxes

$317

HOA Dues

$4

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Property Information for 189 Gillespie Avenue

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District County ID: 300200396893
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: MIDDLETOWN (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: South Of The Canal (30907)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • HOA Name: WILLOW GROVE MILL HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.
  • HOA Phone: 3023787850
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $366,800
  • City Town Tax: $1,100
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $2,512
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 5 X 5
  • Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl
Room 2
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 21 X 14
  • Room Features: Window Treatments
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 22
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Double Sink, Flooring - Wood, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 4
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 10 X 9
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Window Treatments
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 16
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Room 6
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 12 X 7
  • Room Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Vinyl
Room 7
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 5 X 6
  • Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 12
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Window Treatments
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 5 X 6
  • Room Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 10
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7 X 8
  • Room Features: Flooring - Wood
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,850.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public, Other
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 189 Gillespie Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$339,000—
Nov 14, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$349,500—
Nov 7, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$355,000—
Oct 25, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$365,000—
Oct 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$385,000—
Nov 12, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #657300083

$219,000—
Nov 12, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC487104

$219,000—
Sep 26, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC487104

—
Sep 17, 2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC487104

$214,500—
Nov 13, 2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003508400

$195,500—
Aug 27, 2013

Pending

BRIGHT #1003508400

—
Jul 3, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003508400

$209,900—
Apr 17, 2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009680476

$202,000—
Mar 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009680476

$208,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$339,000
11/14/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$349,500
11/07/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$355,000
10/25/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$365,000
10/19/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2091216

$385,000
11/12/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #657300083

$219,000
11/12/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC487104

$219,000
09/26/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC487104

—
09/17/2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC487104

$214,500
11/13/2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003508400

$195,500
08/27/2013

Pending

BRIGHT #1003508400

—
07/03/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003508400

$209,900
04/17/2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009680476

$202,000
03/15/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009680476

$208,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 189 Gillespie Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$12,200Additions$66,100Total$78,300
Tax Record2024$2,884 ($240 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,049 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Zoning23R-3CountyNEW CASTLEAPN23-034.00-035

Schools near 189 Gillespie Avenue

This home is within Appoquinimink School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Brick Mill Elementary School
Public - 1 to 5
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Middletown High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Annes Episcopal School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Brick Mill Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Redding (Louis L.) Middle School
Public6 to 8

Middletown High School
Public9 to 12

St Annes Episcopal School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 189 Gillespie Avenue, Middletown, DE 19709

189 Gillespie Avenue is a townhouse for sale in Middletown, DE 19709. This property was listed for sale on October 19, 2025 by Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown, it's currently listed at $339,000. It has been on the market for a total of 64 days and was last sold on November 12, 2019. This listing's school district is Appoquinimink School District. Nearby schools include Brick Mill Elementary School, Redding (Louis L.) Middle School and Middletown High School. 189 Gillespie Avenue is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,850 sqft townhouse built in 2005.

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