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1036 Applecross Dr, Middletown, DE, 19709

5beds
5baths
5,400sqft
$749,900
$139price/sqft
$5,010/moest. monthly cost
$200,400/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 1036 Applecross Drive, a stunning, executive-style home set on a desirable northeast-facing corner lot in the highly sought-after Preserve at Deep Creek community. With a fully fenced backyard and thoughtful upgrades throughout, this home is truly move-in ready and designed to impress. From the moment you step inside, it’s clear this residence has been meticulously cared for, with an intentional focus on luxury, comfort, and modern living. The main level showcases engineered hardwood flooring throughout and offers an ideal blend of open-concept living and functional spaces. Highlights include a private bedroom or home office with an adjacent 1/2 bath, a formal dining room, and a spacious great room with natural gas fireplace that flows seamlessly into the gourmet kitchen, complete with an oversized island and breakfast area overlooking the expansive paver patio and backyard. A large pantry, mudroom, abundant closet space, and direct garage access complete the main floor. Upstairs, retreat to the impressive primary suite, featuring two walk-in closets and a spa-like primary bath. The upper level also includes a large open-concept loft, a second bedroom with its own ensuite bath, two additional bedrooms, a hall bath, a generously sized laundry room, and exceptional storage throughout. The finished lower level expands your living space with high ceilings, a full bath, a large open area perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and ample storage. This home is loaded with today’s most desirable upgrades and smart-home features, including dual-zone smart thermostats, smart lighting and fireplace controls, a smart front-door lock, Ring doorbell camera, woven wood blinds, stylish pendant lighting, and ceiling fan wiring in the great room and primary bedroom. Outdoor living truly shines with an 18’ x 28’ paver patio featuring a privacy wall, built-in seating, accent lighting, and a 16’ x 12’ gazebo—perfect for entertaining or unwinding. The backyard also boasts raised garden beds, rose-lined landscaping, and fruit-bearing trees that will be ready for harvest this year (apple, pear, plum, mulberry, persimmon and peach). Elegant, modern, and thoughtfully enhanced at every turn, this stately home must be seen to be fully appreciated.

Getting Around

2
WalkingCar-Dependent
22
TransitMinimal Transit
22
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
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Appoquinimink High SchoolGrades 9-121.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2022

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Aluminum Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 1000

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Concrete

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 5
  • Main level bedrooms: 5

Features

  • Attic,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Breakfast Area,Combination Kitchen/Living,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-In Closet(s),9'+ Ceilings,Dry Wall,High Ceilings
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,000
  • Finished area above ground: 4,400

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,400
  • Total interior livable area: 5,400 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 23044.00094
  • Zoning: 23R-3
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,276 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Premium,Corner Lot/Unit
  • Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener,Attached,Driveway
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Inland Flooding
Cold Wave
Drought
Earthquake
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Delaware Counties

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,791$45,492
Home Insurance *$173$2,076
Property Taxes $449$5,388
Electricity $597$7,166
Total$5,010$60,120
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$171,771/yr
40% on housing$150,300/yr
45% on housing$133,600/yr

Delaware FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,170Commercial: 57
Total Premiums$607,000
Total Exposure$249.53M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.0%
7.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.8%
-0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$139This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19709$200
New Castle County$172

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19709$195
New Castle County$218

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-03Price change$749,900
2026-03-23Price change$755,000
2026-02-03Listed for sale$765,000
2022-12-09Sold$629,990

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichael Davis
BrokeragePhoenix Real Estate

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