Builder's Spec!! Don't miss this fabulous custom built home located in northern Middletown. This all stucco home has gourmet kitchen, with island, upgraded cabinets, solid surface countertops, all designer stainless appliances including cook top, convection wall oven, built in microwave, and refrigerator. Family rm. opens to kitchen and has designer ceiling fan, upgraded carpeting, and marble surround gas fireplace. Main bedroom has sitting area. All bedrooms have ceiling fan outlets upgraded carpet, 3 have walk in closets, and 1 has a double closet All bathrooms have tile floors with double vanities in the full baths, owners bath has shower with separate corner soaking tub. First floor has beautiful hardwood floors. All carpeting, wood moldings, windows, alarm system, garage door opener, doors, lockset, and lighting are upgraded, includes outside landscaping and lighting package.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC365548
Jun 14, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 2007
Listed
$449,900
$155/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC360452
Feb 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 15, 2007
Listed
$449,900
$155/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC364474
Oct 24, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 24, 2006
Listed
$489,900
$169/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC363292
Oct 25, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 25, 2006
Listed
$464,900
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 2005
Sold
$128,000
$44/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 1999
Sold
$37,800
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,062 (+14.7%)
$120,000 + $481,000
$601,000
2024
$4,415 (+17.7%)
$120,000 + $481,000
$601,000
2023
$3,752 (−0.7%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2022
$3,779 (+1.8%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2021
$3,712 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2020
$3,669 (+8.0%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2019
$3,397 (+3.9%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2018
$3,270 (+4.4%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2017
$3,131 (+9.5%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2016
$2,860 (+2.8%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2015
$2,782 (+0.2%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2014
$2,776 (+0.7%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2013
$2,757 (+6.0%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2012
$2,601
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
Tax history for 509 Ratledge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,062 (+14.7%)
$120,000 + $481,000
$601,000
2024
$4,415 (+17.7%)
$120,000 + $481,000
$601,000
2023
$3,752 (−0.7%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2022
$3,779 (+1.8%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2021
$3,712 (+1.2%)
$15,000 + $90,500
$105,500
2020
$3,669 (+8.0%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2019
$3,397 (+3.9%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2018
$3,270 (+4.4%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2017
$3,131 (+9.5%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2016
$2,860 (+2.8%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2015
$2,782 (+0.2%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2014
$2,776 (+0.7%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2013
$2,757 (+6.0%)
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
2012
$2,601
$15,000 + $89,900
$104,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
Room Information
Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Upper Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $89,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Building Not Winterized
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Open, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 80.00 x 348.20
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $15,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,900
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $867
School Tax: $2,802
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $104,900
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $3,669
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From Route 1 take the Exit to 13 South Towards Middletown. From the exit, take a right and at the red light go straight onto 896. Ratledge Rd will be on the right and then the home will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,900
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1300740067
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Summit Elementary School
Public 1-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Middletown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
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Historical weather
Middletown, DE • 19709
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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46
58
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44
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$621,000 – $752,000
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