$405,000
SOLD FEB 28, 2025

118 Blackbird Forest Rd Townsend, DE 19734

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,225 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$182 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wooded Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Townsend Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of February 2025

Discover the perfect blend of space, comfort, and privacy in this two-story home! With 5 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home is tailor-made for the growing family or anyone looking to expand their village. Situated on a sprawling 1-acre lot, you'll enjoy the tranquility of a private retreat while still being close to Route 1, schools, and shopping. Entertain effortlessly on the large deck, perfect for special gatherings, or envision endless possibilities in the unfinished full basement. This home is ready for someone to make it their own and start creating memories. Easy to show and hard not to love - schedule your tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurie Ferris

Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach Listed on: 12/31/2024

Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach

Co-Listed By

Ben Stentz

Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach License #2191523

Last Buyer's Agent

Darlene Goodwin

EXP Realty, LLC

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 208.80 x 198.30
  • Wooded Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned NC21

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stick Built Home
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,225 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Views of Woods
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Cooktop

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Concrete
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Blackbird Meadows Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 140
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15-010.00-140

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bi-Level, Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-12-31
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Discover the perfect blend of space, comfort, and privacy in this two-story home! With 5 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home is tailor-made for the growing family or anyone looking to expand their village. Situated on a sprawling 1-acre lot, you'll enjoy the tranquility of a private retreat while still being close to Route 1, schools, and shopping. Entertain effortlessly on the large deck, perfect for special gatherings, or envision endless possibilities in the unfinished full basement. This home is ready for someone to make it their own and start creating memories. Easy to show and hard not to love - schedule your tour today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate Plank, Tile/Brick, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Poured Concrete, Interior Access, Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2225
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2225
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 197.71
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2225
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 118

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, Masonry, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods, Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available, Under Ground, Electric Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District Key: 300200396893
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 208.80 x 198.30
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15-010.00-140
  • Tax Lot: 140
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 02/28/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 31, 2024
Closed on
Feb 28, 2025
Sold by
Peoples Place Properties Inc
Bought by
Jester Allen and Jester Christy Ann
Seller's Agent
Laurie Ferris
Iron Valley Real Estate at The Beach
Buyer's Agent
Darlene Goodwin
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$439,900
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-7.93%
Views
233
Current Estimated Value
$412,077

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,077
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$364,500
Outstanding Balance
$364,199
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$47,878

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2007
Sold by
Baines Jack F and Baines Annette M
Bought by
Peoples Place Properties Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,500
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2006
Sold by
Noble Investors Llc
Bought by
Baines Jack F and Baines Annette M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$455,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2001
Sold by
Free Will Baptist Church Of Townsend
Bought by
Baines Jack F and Baines Annette M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,300
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $405,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $288,000 None Available
Deed $159,900 None Available
Deed $147,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $364,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $256,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $455,000 Construction
Previous Owner $18,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $212,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $145,300 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Sold $405,000 -7.9% $182 / Sq Ft
12/31/2024 12/31/24 For Sale $439,900 -- $198 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2023 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2022 $0 $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2021 $0 $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2020 $0 $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2019 $0 $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2018 $0 $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2017 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2016 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2015 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
2014 -- $87,000 $15,000 $72,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2073568

Bright MLS

APN: 15-010.00-140