Off market dec 1997 for $169K

$725,679

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,275/mo

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261 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 19734

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1977Year Built

2.04 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Mr. Michael McGavisk • RE/MAX Associates - Newark

•302-453-3200 (broker)

Listed by • RE/MAX Associates - Newark

•302-453-3200 (broker)

Bought with Brenda Murray

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC312370

Redfin Estimate

$725,679

$556K since sold in December 1997$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 58.1% higher than the average sale price ($459K) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
3 beds2 baths1,625 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$225,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft
231 Union Church Rd, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD APR 6, 2026
$427,500
D
4 beds3 baths2,843 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$680,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,963 sq ft
305 Garnet Ln, Smyrna, DE 19977
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$428,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,621 sq ft
137 Ratledge Rd, Townsend, DE 19734

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Market trends in 19734, DE

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

97.7%

0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$461K

$1K MoM

Avg. days on market

59d

15 days MoM

Recently sold homes

13 MoM

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Sale history for 261 Gum Bush Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,621 (+49.0%)

$143,600 + $761,200

$904,800

2024

$5,114 (+17.7%)

$143,600 + $761,200

$904,800

2023

$4,346 (−0.7%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2022

$4,377 (+1.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2021

$4,324 (+1.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2020

$4,274 (+8.0%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2019

$3,958 (+3.9%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2018

$3,809 (+4.4%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2017

$3,648 (+9.5%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2016

$3,332 (+2.8%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2015

$3,241 (+0.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2014

$3,234 (+0.7%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2013

$3,212 (+6.0%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2012

$3,030

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

Tax history for 261 Gum Bush Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,621 (+49.0%)

$143,600 + $761,200

$904,800

2024

$5,114 (+17.7%)

$143,600 + $761,200

$904,800

2023

$4,346 (−0.7%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2022

$4,377 (+1.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2021

$4,324 (+1.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2020

$4,274 (+8.0%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2019

$3,958 (+3.9%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2018

$3,809 (+4.4%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2017

$3,648 (+9.5%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2016

$3,332 (+2.8%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2015

$3,241 (+0.2%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2014

$3,234 (+0.7%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2013

$3,212 (+6.0%)

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

2012

$3,030

$12,100 + $110,100

$122,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.04 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,825

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1501100052

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: Skylight(s), CeilngFan(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Water Treat System
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings

Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 0X0
Tidal Water: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $70,300
Tax Year: 1997
Tax Annual Amount: $955

Utilities

Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Wall Unit
200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Oil, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
Elementary School: TOWNSEND
Middle Or Junior School: LOUIS L. REDDING
High School: MIDDLETOWN
School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK

Location Information
Cross Street: EAGLES NEST RD
Directions: Rt 13 S, L On Eagles Nest Rd. , L On Gumbush Rd. , 4Th House On Right

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,825
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1501100052

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center

Public K • Assigned • 4.7mi

Cantwell Bridge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

7/10

Odessa High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Townsend, DE • 19734

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$690,000 – $835,000

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Home values near 261 Gum Bush Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
311 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1250 Sq. Ft.	$400,338
301 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1729 Sq. Ft.	$515,981
245 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$387,235
459 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3725 Sq. Ft.	$860,799
424 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1232 Sq. Ft.	$402,296
269 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$410,012
270 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1725 Sq. Ft.	$390,875

Address	Redfin Estimate
277 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1508 Sq. Ft.	$572,089
229 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$415,615
251 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$460,174
417 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$532,078
253 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$455,418
223 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$590,231
276 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$351,114

Address	Redfin Estimate
310 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1961 Sq. Ft.	$494,844
229 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$462,333
256 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$417,635
441 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1925 Sq. Ft.	$459,907
277 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1900 Sq. Ft.	$487,573
296 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2850 Sq. Ft.	$471,954
297 Eagles Nest Landing Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$455,023

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