Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,425 sqft
525 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 19734
Single FamilyProperty Type
13.41 acresLot Size
2019Year Built
$277/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Discover your own private oasis at 525 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a total lot size of 13.41 acres and boasts 180 feet of water frontage along the serene Blackbird Creek. Whether you're an avid kayaker, a fishing enthusiast or a hunter, this property is a dream come true. With exceptional views and an abundance of natural light, the 3,425 sq ft home offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The home offers a versatile floor...Discover your own private oasis at 525 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a total lot size of 13.41 acres and boasts 180 feet of water frontage along the serene Blackbird Creek. Whether you're an avid kayaker, a fishing enthusiast or a hunter, this property is a dream come true. With exceptional views and an abundance of natural light, the 3,425 sq ft home offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The home offers a versatile floor plan and ample space for entertaining and comfortable living. The basement is ready for your personal touch, providing the perfect canvas for customization. Whether you envision a cozy retreat, room for horses and livestock, or a true entertainment space, the potential is limitless. Don't miss out on the chance to make this remarkable property your own. Schedule a showing today and experience the tranquility and beauty of 525 Gum Bush Road!
Listing closed: 09/18/2024 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DENC2063286

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$600,000

Avg days on market

38

Sale-to-list ratio

99.6%

Townsend, DE

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Location

Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord

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Property Information for 525 Gum Bush Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,280 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 15-007.00-076
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Levels/Stories: 3
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 3,425.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Lot Size: 13.41 AC / 584,140 SF
Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District County ID: 300200396893
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: South Of The Canal (30907)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water Body Type: Creek
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 180.0
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: Yes
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $119,500
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • County Tax: $985
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $119,500
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $24,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: SR
  • Tax Lot: 076
  • School Tax: $3,295
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,425.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: .00
  • Total SQFT: 3,425.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Blown-In Insulation, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Basement Type: Full, Poured Concrete, Rough Bath Plumb, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Fishing Available, Hunting Available
  • Parcel ID: 6888877
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased
  • Hot Water: Propane, Tankless
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: Low Pressure Pipe (LPP)
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 525 Gum Bush Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 18, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2063714

$950,000
Sep 18, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2063286

$950,000
Aug 16, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2063714

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/18/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2063714

$950,000
09/18/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2063286

$950,000
08/16/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2063714

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

Public Records for 525 Gum Bush Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,274 ($523 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size584,140 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningSRCountyNEW CASTLEAPN15-007.00-076

Schools near 525 Gum Bush Road

This home is within Appoquinimink School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
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: 525 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 19734
$950,000
4
3,425
584,140
495,713
4
2
3,075
420,354
$125,000
955,271
2
1
1,150
142,441
3
2,175
87,120

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