NOT LISTED FOR SALE

725 Blackbird Landing Rd Townsend, DE 19734

Estimated Value: $340,039 - $473,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
$334/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 29, 2013

Last sale price $242,000 $196 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,518/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Old State Elementary School Rated A
  • Rambler Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2013

USDA 100% Financing Available! No down payment required. Outstanding country ranch home on 2 acres, custom built front porch and wrap around deck. New 30yr. roof on house & garage in 2003. Updated flooring throughout the home. Master has decorative chair rail, updated counters and fixtures in 2 full baths. Well maintained landscape enhances curb appeal. Home has baseboard electric heat with zone settings in each room in addition to a wood stove that heats the entire home. Anderson windows. Full house attic offers plenty of storage space. 2+ car over sized garage with carport has electric and is wood stove ready, also has compressor hook-up, truly a mechanics dream. All appliances are included with this beautiful rancher in the country, yet close to town and convenient to shopping areas. There is also a nature preserve within walking distance. Includes one year home warranty. Enjoy the newly built pergola with stone firepit along with restored deck finish during family get togethers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Lauber

Prestige Realty Listed on: 02/14/2013

Co-Listed By

Yolanda Zapata

Prestige Realty License #RS-0018457

Last Buyer's Agent

Edward Kalinowski

Nickle Real Estate Inc License #R1-0002619

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,545

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 213x447
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned NC2A

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Play Equipment
  • Porch

Schools

  • Townsend Elementary School
  • Everett Meredith Middle School
  • Middletown High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Water Treatment System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 024
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-017.00-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,545

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Property
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Woodstove, Swingset
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Remarks Public: USDA 100% Financing Available! No down payment required. Outstanding country ranch home on 2 acres, custom built front porch and wrap around deck. New 30yr. roof on house & garage in 2003. Updated flooring throughout the home. Master has decorative chair rail, updated counters and fixtures in 2 full baths. Well maintained landscape enhances curb appeal. Home has baseboard electric heat with zone settings in each room in addition to a wood stove that heats the entire home. Anderson windows. Full house attic offers plenty of storage space. 2+ car over sized garage with carport has electric and is wood stove ready, also has compressor hook-up, truly a mechanics dream. All appliances are included with this beautiful rancher in the country, yet close to town and convenient to shopping areas. There is also a nature preserve within walking distance. Includes one year home warranty. Enjoy the newly built pergola with stone firepit along with restored deck finish during family get togethers.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Wood Stove, Water Treat System
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Street Number Modifier: 725

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 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
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Garage Features: Oversized
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric, Baseboard
  • 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
  • Elementary School: TOWNSEND
  • Middle School: EVERETT MEREDITH
  • High School: MIDDLETOWN
  • School District Key: 300200396893
  • Elementary School: TOWNSEND
  • High School: MIDDLETOWN
  • Middle Or Junior School: EVERETT MEREDITH

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 51300.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 11000.00
  • Lot Features: Level, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 213X447
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 87120.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: NC2A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2363750
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1545.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-017.00-024
  • Tax Lot: 024
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 03/29/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2013
Closed on
Mar 29, 2013
Sold by
Hawkins Donovan M and Hawkins Jennifer A
Bought by
Mcgovern George P and Mcgovern Karen D
Seller's Agent
Peter Lauber
Prestige Realty
Buyer's Agent
Edward Kalinowski
Nickle Real Estate Inc
List Price
$244,900
Sold Price
$242,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.18%
Current Estimated Value
$411,510

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$169,510
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.86%
Original Mortgage
$237,616
Outstanding Balance
$168,941
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$263,443

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2004
Sold by
Shetzler Christopher M and Henderson Beverly A
Bought by
Hawkins Donovan M and Hawkins Jennifer A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
5.39%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2001
Sold by
Shetzler Christopher M
Bought by
Shetzler Christopher M and Henderson Beverly A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,500
Interest Rate
7.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2001
Sold by
Shetzler Christopher M and Whitlock Dana M
Bought by
Shetzler Christopher M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,500
Interest Rate
7.39%
Source: Public Records

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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
Mcgovern George P $181,500 None Available
Hawkins Donovan M $210,000 --
Shetzler Christopher M -- --
Shetzler Christopher M $75,000 Certified Title Corporation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcgovern George P $237,616
Previous Owner Hawkins Donovan M $213,000
Previous Owner Hawkins Jennifer A $55,000
Previous Owner Hawkins Jennifer A $40,000
Previous Owner Hawkins Donovan M $26,000
Previous Owner Hawkins Donovan M $168,000
Previous Owner Shetzler Christopher M $151,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Sold $242,000 -1.2% $196 / Sq Ft
03/15/2013 03/15/13 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2013 02/14/13 For Sale $244,900 -- $199 / 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 $2,708 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2023 $2,301 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2022 $2,317 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2021 $2,289 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2020 $2,263 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2019 $2,095 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2018 $1,942 $64,700 $11,000 $53,700
2017 $1,860 $62,300 $11,000 $51,300
2016 $1,699 $62,300 $11,000 $51,300
2015 $1,652 $62,300 $11,000 $51,300
2014 $1,649 $62,300 $11,000 $51,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Peter Lauber

    Prestige Realty

    (302) 562-2732

    13 Total Sales

    Peter Lauber
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  • Yolanda Zapata

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013

    Yolanda Zapata

    Prestige Realty

    (302) 562-4460

    11 Total Sales

    Yolanda Zapata
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  • Edward Kalinowski

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Edward Kalinowski

    Nickle Real Estate Inc

    (302) 753-9097

    16 Total Sales

    Edward Kalinowski
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003334274

Bright MLS

APN: 14-017.00-024

Delaware New Castle County Townsend 19734

725 Blackbird Landing Rd, Townsend, DE

This home is located at 725 Blackbird Landing Rd, Townsend, DE 19734 since 14 February 2013 and is currently estimated at $411,510, approximately $334 per square foot. This property was built in 1986. 725 Blackbird Landing 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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