NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 Gum Bush Rd Townsend, DE 19734

Estimated Value: $343,000 - $523,036

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,600 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 15, 2014

Last sale price $280,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,809/month

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Second Garage
  • Barn or Farm Building
  • Old State Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Raised Ranch Architecture

About This Home

As of November 2014

Exciting Opportunity to own a Large, Brick, Raised Ranch on 4.29 acres of mostly level ground in popular Appoquinimink School District. This solidly-built home has immeasurable potential with 3 ample bedrooms, 2 full baths, large eat-in kitchen and living room on the main floor. The lower floor features a large family room with wood burning stove, 3rd full bath, attached 2 car garage and utility area. From the family room enter a huge 4 season enclosed porch with windows overlooking the back yard on 3 sides. Exit from the enclosed porch to either the in-ground swimming pool with privacy fence or the large back yard. This amazing property also features a large out-building with all the bells and whistles, including plumbing, electric, heat, loft storage, 3 garage doors (one small, one standard and one over-sized) and can easily accomodate a large motorhome, travel trailer or boat. This out-building is also perfect for storing your work vehicles and equipment, or working on your classic or project cars or bikes, or other outdoor toys - use your imagination. Property needs some TLC, but is an unmatched opportunity in today's market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Marie

RE/MAX Edge License #RS-0018248 Listed on: 06/12/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Marie

RE/MAX Edge License #RS-0018248 Listed on: 06/12/2014

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,149

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 4.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 417 x 580
  • Property is in below average condition
  • Property is zoned NC40

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Second Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Porch

Farming

  • Barn or Farm Building

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 111
  • Assessor Parcel Number 15-010.00-111 & 15-010.00-110

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,149

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler, Raised Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Remarks Public: Exciting Opportunity to own a Large, Brick, Raised Ranch on 4.29 acres of mostly level ground in popular Appoquinimink School District. This solidly-built home has immeasurable potential with 3 ample bedrooms, 2 full baths, large eat-in kitchen and living room on the main floor. The lower floor features a large family room with wood burning stove, 3rd full bath, attached 2 car garage and utility area. From the family room enter a huge 4 season enclosed porch with windows overlooking the back yard on 3 sides. Exit from the enclosed porch to either the in-ground swimming pool with privacy fence or the large back yard. This amazing property also features a large out-building with all the bells and whistles, including plumbing, electric, heat, loft storage, 3 garage doors (one small, one standard and one over-sized) and can easily accomodate a large motorhome, travel trailer or boat. This out-building is also perfect for storing your work vehicles and equipment, or working on your classic or project cars or bikes, or other outdoor toys - use your imagination. Property needs some TLC, but is an unmatched opportunity in today's market.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Wood Stove, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2600
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2600
  • Net Sq Ft: 2600.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 111.54
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2600
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 229

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: 2nd Garage, Barn/Farm Building
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Gas Backup, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: APPOQUINIMINK
  • School District Key: 300200396893

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 69900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 11300.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.29
  • Lot Dimensions: 417 X 580
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 186872.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: NC40

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2364899
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2149.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15-010.00-111 & 15-010.00-110
  • Tax Lot: 111
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 11/15/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2014
Closed on
Nov 14, 2014
Sold by
Kirk Lois E
Bought by
Escudero Cristian A
Seller's Agent
Lisa Marie
RE/MAX Edge
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Marie
RE/MAX Edge
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.45%
Current Estimated Value
$456,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$176,509
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.68%
Original Mortgage
$285,714
Outstanding Balance
$222,405
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$234,104
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Escudero Cristian A $210,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Escudero Cristian A $50,000
Open Escudero Cristian A $285,714
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/15/2014 11/15/14 Sold $280,000 -3.4% $108 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2014 06/12/14 For Sale $290,000 -- $112 / 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 $3,398 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2023 $2,888 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2022 $2,908 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2021 $2,873 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2020 $2,840 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2019 $2,630 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2018 $2,531 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2017 $2,424 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2016 $2,215 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2015 $2,154 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
2014 $1,285 $81,200 $11,300 $69,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Marie

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Lisa Marie

    RE/MAX

    (302) 753-8367

    119 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002966678

Bright MLS

APN: 15-010.00-111

Delaware New Castle County Townsend 19734

229 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE

This home is located at 229 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 19734 since 12 June 2014 and is currently estimated at $456,509, approximately $175 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 229 Gum Bush Rd is a home located in New Castle County with nearby schools including Old State Elementary School, Cantwell's Bridge Middle School, and Odessa High School.

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