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$765,000

117 Sassafras Dr

Middletown, DE
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
3,300
Square Feet
1.56
Lot Size (acres)
1996
Year Built
122
Days On Market

​ Huge price reduction!! Seller is ready to move. Welcome to 117 Sassafras Drive, located in Matapeake one of Middletown’s most sought after neighborhoods! This move in ready 5-bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and location. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a first-floor bedroom that could also serve as a private home office, a lovely formal living room and dining room, and a spacious eat in kitchen with plenty of room to gather. The kitchen opens into a bright and inviting sunroom overlooking the expansive backyard, creating the perfect space for entertaining or simply enjoying your morning coffee. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms, while the large basement offers endless possibilities for additional living space, a home gym, recreation room, or extra storage. Situated on a spacious lot in a beautifully maintained neighborhood known for its larger homesites, this home is conveniently located just behind Appoquinimink High School and just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, and everything Middletown has to offer. Move in ready, beautifully maintained, and waiting for its next owners. Don’t miss your opportunity to make this exceptional home yours. Schedule your private tour today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
08/13/2026
Listed By
Hannah Cunningham, 8588805017 · Tesla Realty Group, LLC, 8448375274
MLS#
DENC2105960
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
117 Sassafras Dr, Middletown, DE 19709
City
Middletown
County
New Castle
Neighborhood
MATAPEAKE
Zip Code
19709

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1996
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Brick
Building Area
3,300 sq. ft.
Foundation
Permanent
Levels
Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Central

Property Features

Lot Size
1.56 Acres
Water
Well

Square Footage

Above Grade
3,300 sq. ft.
Total
3,300 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$765,000
Annual Taxes
$6,035
Association Fee
$500 (paid Annually)

Schools

100/100
Appoquinimink High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.4 mi
City
Middletown
Students
1,672
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
59% White · 27% Black · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 449-3840
77/100
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–KG · 3.5 mi
City
Middletown
Students
280
Student–teacher
9.6
Student body
36% White · 31% Black · 17% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 378-5288
75/100
Cedar Lane Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 4.6 mi
City
Middletown
Students
703
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
63% White · 20% Black · 8% Asian
Phone
(302) 378-5045
74/100
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center
Grades PK–PK · 2.1 mi
City
Middletown
Students
150
Student–teacher
7.5
Student body
50% White · 29% Black · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 376-4400
71/100
Crystal Run Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 4.8 mi
City
Middletown
Students
427
Student–teacher
14.7
Student body
54% White · 18% Black · 16% Asian
Phone
(302) 376-4128
68/100
Silver Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 2.4 mi
City
Middletown
Students
552
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
39% White · 35% Black · 15% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 378-5023
62/100
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.3 mi
City
Middletown
Students
451
Student–teacher
14.5
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
45% Black · 28% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 378-5030
55/100
Meredith (Everett) Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.2 mi
City
Middletown
Students
927
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
51% White · 33% Black · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 378-5001

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
06/26/2026Listed for sale$765,000

Listed by Hannah Cunningham · Tesla Realty Group, LLC · 8448375274

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: August 13, 2026 at 11:47 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DENC2105960

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