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Off market sep 2024 for $950K

$1,104,466

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,269/mo

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525 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 19734

About this home

Discover your own private oasis at 525 Gum Bush Road, Townsend, DE! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a total lot size of 13.41 acres and boasts 180 feet of water frontage along the serene Blackbird Creek. Whether you're an avid kayaker, a fishing enthusiast or a hunter, this property is a dream come true. With exceptional views and an abundance of natural light, the 3,425 sq ft home offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The home offers a versatile floor plan and ample space for entertaining and comfortable living. The basement is ready for your personal touch, providing the perfect canvas for customization. Whether you envision a cozy retreat, room for horses and livestock, or a true entertainment space, the potential is limitless. Don't miss out on the chance to make this remarkable property your own. Schedule a showing today and experience the tranquility and beauty of 525 Gum Bush Road!

Single-familyProperty Type

2019Year Built

13.41 acresLot Size

3 car garageParking

Listed by Candice Santoro • Compass

•302-202-9855 (broker)

•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)

Bought with Donna Bond • BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord

•302-477-5500 (broker)

•walt.hurtt@foxroach.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2063714

Redfin Estimate

$1,104,466

$154K since sold in September 2024$48K since October

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This home's estimate is 70.2% higher than the average sale price ($649K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$990,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,000 sq ft
231 Kelsey Lynn Ct, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$725,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths2,124 sq ft
812 Taylors Bridge Rd, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$525,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,830 sq ft
1108 Madrid St, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$545,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
332 Watchgate Way, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$522,500
E
4 beds4 baths3,250 sq ft
680 Southerness Dr, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$585,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,750 sq ft
222 Loft St, 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

New listings for sale

OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$400,000
3 beds3 baths2,375 sq ft
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5 beds3.5 baths3,204 sq ft
1028 W Founds St, Townsend, DE 19734
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4 beds2.5 baths2,925 sq ft
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$475,000
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Sale history for 525 Gum Bush Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2063714

Sep 18, 2024

Sold

$950,000

Aug 16, 2024

Pending

—

Jul 9, 2024

Price Changed

$995,000

Jun 25, 2024

Listed

$1,100,000

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2063286

Sep 18, 2024

Sold

$950,000

Aug 16, 2024

Pending

—

Jul 9, 2024

Price Changed

$995,000

Jun 17, 2024

Listed

$1,100,000

+31

TREND #7231492

Sep 26, 2018

Sold

$169,950

Aug 20, 2018

Pending

—

Aug 18, 2018

Delisted

—

Aug 9, 2018

Listed

$180,000

BRIGHT MLS #1002175606

Sep 26, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Sep 26, 2018

Sold

$169,950

Aug 20, 2018

Pending

—

Aug 17, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Aug 9, 2018

Listed

$180,000

Great opportunity to own a beautiful 13.41-acre property just minutes from RT 13 and RT1."CLEAN and GREEN" The gently rolling topography is ideal for taking advantage of the 360-degree views. 8.5 +/- acres of cropland, 4.81+/- acres of forestland. Property has riparian rights to Blackbird Creek that borders the rear side of property. Relax enjoy gorgeous views and abundant wildlife. The natural beauty will take your breath away. This is a one of kind property.

Tax history for 525 Gum Bush Rd

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

Public record

Public record
Zoning

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Lot size

13.41 Acres

Year renovated

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Style

Ranch

County

New Castle County

APN

1500700076

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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Accessible

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HOA Dues

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Garage

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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Suburban Reserve District

This district is intended to be served with sewer and water in the future and rezoned to Suburban (S) when the sewer construction is imminent. The district is also designed to permit limited development that does not foreclose ultimate sewering of the area. The preservation of large amounts of open space and agricultural land is encouraged in this district and such land may be used for spray irrigation as permitted by this Chapter.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway, Attached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater - Tankless
Interior Features: CeilngFan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Water Treat System, Walk-in Closet(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Laundry Type: Upper Floor

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $119,500
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Materials: Combination
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Low-E

Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Hunting Available, Partly Wooded, Rural, Other
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Crops Included: No
Land Assessed Value: $24,700

Farm Information
Farm Features: Other Residence
Land Area Units: Acres
Row Crop
Remarks: See attached ag docs. Currently farmed un der gentleman's agreement with neighbor.
Farm Land Preservation: No

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $985
School Tax: $3,295
Tax Assessed Value: $119,500
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $4,280

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased
Hot Water: Tankless
Sewer Septic: Low Pressure Pipe (LPP)
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
School District Name: APPOQUINIMINK
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: GPS may lead you to 517 Gum Bush; house is a two story on the left hand side across from 526 Gum Bush.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 13.41 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1500700076

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 • 4.1mi

Cantwell Bridge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi

7/10

Odessa High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% 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

$1.05M – $1.27M

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Home values near 525 Gum Bush Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
612 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2276 Sq. Ft.	$508,672
489 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$448,436
544 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$347,256
526 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2175 Sq. Ft.	$572,411
510 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$443,496

Address	Redfin Estimate
457 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$377,833
465 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2975 Sq. Ft.	$651,718
570 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	—
598 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$439,595
497 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3150 Sq. Ft.	$719,017

Address	Redfin Estimate
481 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$398,921
473 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$276,290
554 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3250 Sq. Ft.	$1,079,753
505 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3075 Sq. Ft.	$845,646
588 Gum Bush Rd, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1825 Sq. Ft.	$392,948

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