120 Main St Townsend, DE 19734
Estimated Value: $477,000 - $624,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,400
Sq Ft
$163/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- No HOA
- Townsend Elementary School Rated A
- Attic
- Stained Glass
About This Home
As of April 2015The Archibald Finlay House(c.1850) is an historic home with modern conveniences. Fully updated since 2005, the house boasts newer electric, plumbing, 3-zone HVAC, & architectural shingled roof. The open gourmet kitchen/breakfast/FR, perfect for entertaining, features a Viking range, farmhouse sink, large island w/seating, maple cabinets & granite counters. Mudroom w/1st floor laundry & powder rm included. The huge DR, w/period mantle & original fireplace cabinets, has showcase lighting. The LR features a restored wood-burning FP also w/period mantle. Foyer has original stained glass, doors, stairs & bannister. Carefully restored woodwork throughout. Upstairs offers a MBR w/original cabinets, large closets, & a full bath w/Italian tile, rainfall shower & pedestal tub. 3 additional BRs, a custom-tiled full bath, & a large landing complete the 2nd floor. The unfinished 3rd Fl has original feature windows & outstanding potential. All this with city water & sewer on a large landscaped lot.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown License #RSR000878 Listed on: 09/14/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,665
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 0.84 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 109 x 320
- North Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned 25R1
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,400 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Marble Fireplace
- Stained Glass
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Utilizes Bottled Gas
- Heating System Uses Propane
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Townsend Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2500200077
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 14, 2014
Closed on
Apr 27, 2015
Sold by
Taylor James D and Taylor Jennifer H
Bought by
Perry Timothy M and Perry Erin M
Seller's Agent
David Watlington
Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Buyer's Agent
Peter Lauber
Prestige Realty
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-7.87%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,574
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.04%
Original Mortgage
$332,500
Interest Rate
3.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2002
Sold by
Reynolds Randolph P
Bought by
Taylor James D and Taylor Jennifer Hubert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2002
Sold by
Lawson Bonnie Q
Bought by
Lawson Bonnie Q and Szewczyk Thomas
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Timothy M | $350,000 | None Available | |
| Taylor James D | $140,000 | -- | |
| Lawson Bonnie Q | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Perry Erin M | $308,700 | |
| Closed | Perry Timothy M | $332,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor James D | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor James D | $280,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor James D | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor James D | $126,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2015 04/28/15 | Sold | $350,000 | -4.6% | $103 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2015 02/28/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/05/2015 01/05/15 | Price Changed | $367,000 | -3.4% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 09/14/2014 09/14/14 | For Sale | $379,900 | -- | $112 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,420 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2023 | $2,025 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2022 | $2,022 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2021 | $1,997 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2020 | $1,973 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2019 | $2,009 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2018 | $1,797 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2017 | $1,728 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2016 | $1,560 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2015 | $1,511 | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $65,300 | $11,000 | $54,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Watlington
Seller's Agent in 2015
David Watlington
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 753-8124
139 Total Sales
-
Peter Lauber
P
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Peter Lauber
Prestige Realty
(302) 562-2732
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003083738
APN: 25-002.00-077
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