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About this home
Discover Timeless Character and Modern Comfort at 105 Ruth Dr, Middletown, DE. Imagine coming home to a place where two acres of privacy, mature gardens, and timeless character create a peaceful retreat, while modern updates provide the comfort and convenience you want for everyday living. That is the experience waiting, a distinctive 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in New Castle County, Delaware. Set on a spacious 2-acre lot, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: room to breathe without giving up convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes. From the moment you step inside, the home strikes a natural balance between classic charm and thoughtful improvements. A Warm and Welcoming Interior. The first floor immediately makes an impression with engineered hardwood flooring that extends throughout the main living spaces. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere while highlighting the home's traditional character. At the center of the home is an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large central island. Whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or gathering with friends and family, the kitchen provides both functionality and space to connect. Just beyond the kitchen, the family room offers a more intimate setting, complete with custom built-in shelving and a wood-burning brick fireplace. It's the kind of room designed for quiet evenings, holiday gatherings, and making memories throughout the seasons. The home's thoughtful floor plan continues with an exceptionally large main-floor laundry room, adding practical storage and workspace that today's homeowners appreciate. Bring the Outdoors In One of the most memorable features of 105 Ruth Dr is its expansive sunroom, accessed through elegant French doors. Filled with natural light, this versatile space creates a seamless transition between the home's interior and its surrounding landscape. Step outside and the experience continues with a screened-in porch overlooking expansive gardens. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee, entertaining guests, or simply taking in the changing seasons, the outdoor spaces provide a private setting to relax. The mature gardens and generous acreage give the property a sense of established character while still leaving plenty of room for the next owner to make the land their own. A Private Middletown Location With Everyday Convenience Although 105 Ruth Dr feels private and removed from the pace of everyday life, its Middletown, Delaware location provides convenient access to the amenities that matter. Residents can enjoy nearby shopping, dining, schools, and community conveniences while maintaining the feeling of a peaceful retreat. Major transportation routes, including Route 1 and Route 13, are also readily accessible, making commuting throughout New Castle County and beyond more convenient. For buyers searching for homes for sale in Middletown DE, particularly those seeking acreage, privacy, established gardens, and flexible outdoor space, 105 Ruth Dr offers a rare combination. A Home With Room to Grow It's about having the space to live comfortably today while preserving opportunities for tomorrow. It's the warmth of a wood-burning fireplace on a cool evening. It's coffee in the screened-in porch surrounded by gardens. It's gathering around the oversized kitchen island. It's opening the French doors to a sun-filled room or imagining how the two acres could evolve over time.
Seller says must Sale make offer! Traditional colonial home with beautiful landscaping and perfect location to offer tons of privacy. Unique floor plan, with formal living room, dining room, large family room, kitchen with island. Breakfast room has built in shelves, fireplace with pellet stove insert, pantry closet and enough room for all your sports gear and your 2 cars in the oversized garage with new insulated door and electric opener. Beautiful screened porch has slate floor and overlooks the 2 acre yard with apple, pear and peach trees, blueberry bushes and a 50x100 garden bed for growing our own vegetables. Relax on the wisteria arbor swing which overlooks Shallcross Lake or do your afternoon meditation by the goldfish pond. Invite your friends over for a friendly game of horseshoes or you can even sit by the fire pit in the evening and watch the fireflies while making your s'mores.
BRIGHT MLS #1008744164
Sep 15, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 2009
Listed
$390,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,271 (+14.2%)
$217,700 + $408,100
$625,800
2024
$4,616 (+17.7%)
$217,700 + $408,100
$625,800
2023
$3,922 (−0.7%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2022
$3,951 (+1.2%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2021
$3,903 (+1.2%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2020
$3,858 (+8.0%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2019
$3,572 (+3.9%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2018
$3,438 (+4.4%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2017
$3,292 (+5,576.6%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2016
$58 (−98.0%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2015
$2,925 (+20.9%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2014
$2,419 (+0.8%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2013
$2,399 (+7.3%)
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
2012
$2,235
$30,700 + $79,600
$110,300
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.15 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,625
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,625
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
1301800032
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Middletown, DE • 19709
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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42
25
59
38
67
46
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87
71
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62
78
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70
46
58
38
44
27
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 105 Ruth Dr
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $592,950 and $717,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $593K to $717K.