Charming 3-Bedroom Home nestled on a peaceful 2-acre wooded lot in the Appoquinimink School District has great bones and great potential! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and nature while still being just a short drive from town. While the home retains its original finishes, and need some TLC, it is clean, comfortable, and move-in ready—perfect for buyers looking to add their own personal touch over time. Inside, you’ll find a functional layout with a cozy living area, wood burning stove, and plenty of natural light throughout. The surrounding property is a nature-lover’s dream, offering plenty of space for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply relaxing. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a quiet retreat, this home has great potential and room to grow. This home would be a great candidate for a home renovation loan to turn it into your dream home. Don’t miss the chance to make it your own. Photos have been virtually staged. Home is being sold in AS-IS Condition and price reflects such. Inspections are welcomed for informational purposes only. Seller will not make repairs. Septic inspection passed 4/16/25 and report will be uploaded once I have it. Please do not park in shared drive and block neighbors. There is a 4 Acre wood lot adjoining the property also for sale. Please contact agent for more information.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Terra King• RE/MAX 1st Choice - Middletown
•302-378-8700 (broker)
Bought with Benjamin White• Compass
•302-202-9855 (broker)
•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2079756
Redfin Estimate
$323,258
$28K since sold in January 2026$6,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 20.9% lower than the average sale price ($409K) of 6 comparable homes.
Charming 3-Bedroom Home nestled on a peaceful 2-acre wooded lot in the Appoquinimink School District has great bones and great potential! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and nature while still being just a short drive from town. While the home retains its original finishes, and need some TLC, it is clean, comfortable, and move-in ready—perfect for buyers looking to add their own personal touch over time. Inside, you’ll find a functional layout with a cozy living area, wood burning stove, and plenty of natural light throughout. The surrounding property is a nature-lover’s dream, offering plenty of space for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply relaxing. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking for a quiet retreat, this home has great potential and room to grow. This home would be a great candidate for a home renovation loan to turn it into your dream home. Don’t miss the chance to make it your own. Photos have been virtually staged. Home is being sold in AS-IS Condition and price reflects such. Inspections are welcomed for informational purposes only. Seller will not make repairs. Septic inspection passed 4/16/25 and report will be uploaded once I have it. Please do not park in shared drive and block neighbors. There is a 4 Acre wood lot adjoining the property also for sale. Please contact agent for more information.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC401410
Apr 13, 2001
Listed
$145,000
$129/sq ft
Apr 13, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$685 (+89.0%)
$155,000 + $148,900
$303,900
2024
$363 (+20.4%)
$155,000 + $148,900
$303,900
2023
$301 (+0.2%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2022
$300 (+1.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2021
$295 (+1.3%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2020
$292 (+9.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2019
$267 (+3.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2018
$258 (+3.6%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2017
$249 (+11.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2016
$223 (+3.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2015
$215 (+0.5%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2014
$214 (+0.6%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2013
$213 (+7.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2012
$198
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
Tax history for 587 Blackbird Landing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$685 (+89.0%)
$155,000 + $148,900
$303,900
2024
$363 (+20.4%)
$155,000 + $148,900
$303,900
2023
$301 (+0.2%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2022
$300 (+1.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2021
$295 (+1.3%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2020
$292 (+9.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2019
$267 (+3.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2018
$258 (+3.6%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2017
$249 (+11.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2016
$223 (+3.7%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2015
$215 (+0.5%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2014
$214 (+0.6%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2013
$213 (+7.4%)
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
2012
$198
$9,900 + $41,700
$51,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
SR
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Aluminum/Vinyl
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: BLACKBIRD WOODS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,125
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,120
Building Sq. Ft: 1,125
# of Stories: 1
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 87,120
Legal Lot Number: 5
School Tax District: APPOQUINIMINK
Municipality Name: APPOQUINIMINK HUNDRED
Acres: 2
Depth Footage: 673.1
Front Footage: 130.7
Zoning Code: SR
County Use Description: 1 FAM RES - PLATTED
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: APPOQUINIMINK HUNDRED
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,125
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1401600250
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 • 2.5mi
Cantwell Bridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
Odessa High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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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Historical weather
Townsend, DE • 19734
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Sun exposure
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.
9.1 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$308,000 – $372,000
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