256 Gum Bush Road

Closed 7/12/17
Closed 7/12/17
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Last Sold Price
$250,000
3 beds1,275 sqft$196/sqft
256 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 19734

Description

Premium & non-development 1.65 acre lot backing to approximately 800 acres of State Wildlife area. A sportsman dream with only bow hunting on the large adjacent parcel. A great place to go mountain biking, hiking or bird watching. This spacious 3 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath Ranch has updated 50 year metal roof which can withstand 125 MPH winds. The Seller has added stone on the exterior for an appealing look. The front entry has a beautiful Flagstone front porch. There is a detached 2-car garage with modern...Premium & non-development 1.65 acre lot backing to approximately 800 acres of State Wildlife area. A sportsman dream with only bow hunting on the large adjacent parcel. A great place to go mountain biking, hiking or bird watching. This spacious 3 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath Ranch has updated 50 year metal roof which can withstand 125 MPH winds. The Seller has added stone on the exterior for an appealing look. The front entry has a beautiful Flagstone front porch. There is a detached 2-car garage with modern carriage doors. The garage floor has 4 inch fiberglass re-inforced concrete flooring. There is a large separate area for a workshop and storage. Once inside the home, you'll notice the nature hardwood flooring, freshly painted ceilings and walls & open floor plan. The kitchen has granite counter tops, tiled back splash, 5 burner Kitchen Aid gas stove & stainless steel appliances. Spacious eat in area to enjoy a cozy meal with friends. Dining room is full sized and leads to the family room. The family room has a brick wood fireplace with blower. The main level bathroom has updated tiled flooring, new tub, glass doors, vanity and toilet. All of the bedrooms are ample size with spacious closets. The full unfinished basement has bilco doors for easy access. Great Appoquinimink School District is a plus. Seller is retiring internationally and all contents are available for sale. Available for immediate occupancy.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/12/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Andrew Mulrine IV • RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
    P: (302) 547-7139 andymulrine@gmail.com

Property Details for 256 Gum Bush Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1000063542
Days on Market
51
Taxes
$1,181 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1960
Lot Size
1.65 AC / 71,874 SF
County
New Castle County
Tax ID Number
15-011.00-003
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Levels/Stories
1
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE (NEW CASTLE DE)
Cross Street
EAGLES NEST
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,275.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Good

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$260,000

Avg days on market

14

Sale-to-list ratio

97.0%

Townsend, DE

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Building Information for 256 Gum Bush Road

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size1.65 AC / 71,874 SF

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Property Information for 256 Gum Bush Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District County ID: 300200396893
  • Elementary School: OLD STATE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Middle Or Junior School: EVERETT MEREDITH (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Tax Assessed Value: $43,300
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $32,600
  • Land Assessed Value: $10,700
  • Zoning: NC40
  • Tax Lot: 003
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $5,000
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,275.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 620X210
  • Lot Features: Trees/Wooded, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Other
  • Sign On Property: No
  • Parcel ID: 2364947
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, Other
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Appliances: Commercial Range, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Access To Pool Y/N: No
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Oil BackUp, Forced Air
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 256 Gum Bush Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 12, 2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1000063542

$250,000—
Jul 7, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #600249338

$250,000—
Jun 14, 2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1000063542

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/12/2017

Closed

BRIGHT #1000063542

$250,000
07/07/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #600249338

$250,000
06/14/2017

Pending

BRIGHT #1000063542

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

Public Records for 256 Gum Bush Road

Taxable ValueLand$137,400Additions$272,900Total$410,300
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,274 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,274 SqFtStories1Lot Size71,874 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningNC40CountyNEW CASTLEAPN15-011.00-003

Schools near 256 Gum Bush Road

This home is within Appoquinimink School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Old State Elementary School
Public - 1 to 5
Cantwell Bridge Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Odessa High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Old State Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Cantwell Bridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Odessa High School
Public9 to 12

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 256 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
$250,000
3
1,275
71,874
251 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
$261,000
3
1,575
95,832
245 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
–
2
1
1,400
91,040
Lot 9 Gumbush, Townsend, DE 19734
$29,900
–
–
–
91,476
229 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
$280,000
3
2,600
186,872
298 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
$200,000
–
–
–
157,687

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