OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2022 for $290K

$357,906

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,862/mo

•

1,375

sq ft

5978 Summit Bridge Rd, Townsend, DE 19734

About this home

Your Vision Our Mastery! Come look again and check out the renovations made to this beautiful home! Beautiful Cape Cod with old world character and charm. A non-development and convenient location in the sought-after Appoquinimink School District. This 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath is freshly painted and totally ready for you. We've got a brand new kitchen, amazing and beautiful redone hardwood flooring. updated bathroom and the porch/sun room is a lovely oasis with beautiful LPV flooring, new ceiling fan and clean and fresh for you and your houseplants. This home offers central air on the main level and mini-split wall units for the two upper level bedrooms. The 1/2 acre lot provides plenty of space for gardening. Come take a look and think about raising your own chickens and creating a fenced in area for your pups to run. A nice long driveway sets this structure back off the main road and the trees provide some privacy. Car enthusiasts will love the detached garage that also offers a work shop. Amazing location that is super close to Route 13, Route 1 and all the wonderful eateries and shopping that the nearby Town of Middletown has to offer. Walk to Walgreens, Townsend Elementary, Dollar General, Town Hall, Pizzeria's, Barber Shop and more. The Septic was installed in 11/2011 and was pumped out in 2019 and again July 2022 with pump out and satisfactory inspection. WDIR is done for the new owner and treatment complete and paid! Gas line remains for fireplace or convert back to wood burning if you desire. Schedule a private showing- you'll be pleasantly surprised by the transformation!

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Suzann Ruggerio Arms • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

Bought with Andrea Harrington • Compass

•302-202-9855 (broker)

•ashley.hess@compass.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2026824

Redfin Estimate

$357,906

$68K since sold in December 2022$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 2.3% lower than the average sale price ($366K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 10, 2026
$361,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,300 sq ft
4 Brook Ramble Ln, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$380,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,825 sq ft
4076 Willey Dr, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$395,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,225 sq ft
562 Railroad Ave, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD FEB 25, 2026
$431,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft
8 Deep Branch Dr, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$280,000
E
7 beds2 baths800 sq ft
135 Main St, Townsend, DE 19734
SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$349,900
F
3 beds1.5 baths2,100 sq ft
631 Commerce St, Townsend, DE 19734

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Market trends in 19734, DE

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$451K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

38d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

18 MoM

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3D WALKTHROUGH
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Sale history for 5978 Summit Bridge Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2026824

Dec 9, 2022

Sold

$290,000

$211/sq ft

Nov 18, 2022

Pending

—

Nov 10, 2022

Contingent

—

Oct 6, 2022

Price Changed

$300,000

$218/sq ft

Sep 30, 2022

Price Changed

$308,000

$224/sq ft

Sep 24, 2022

Price Changed

$319,500

$232/sq ft

Sep 14, 2022

Relisted

—

Jul 18, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Jul 8, 2022

Listed

$330,000

$240/sq ft

TREND #5995676

Mar 9, 2012

Sold

$175,000

$127/sq ft

Jan 19, 2012

Listed

$180,000

$131/sq ft

+14

BRIGHT MLS #1003821694

Mar 9, 2012

Sold

$175,000

$127/sq ft

Jan 29, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Jan 19, 2012

Listed

$180,000

$131/sq ft

+14

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,613 (+24.9%)

$66,900 + $243,300

$310,200

2024

$2,092 (+17.7%)

$66,900 + $243,300

$310,200

2023

$1,778 (−0.7%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2022

$1,791 (+1.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2021

$1,769 (+1.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2020

$1,749 (+8.0%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2019

$1,619 (+3.9%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2018

$1,559 (+4.4%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2017

$1,492 (+9.5%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2016

$1,363 (+2.8%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2015

$1,326 (+0.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2014

$1,323 (+0.7%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2013

$1,314 (+6.0%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2012

$1,240

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

Tax history for 5978 Summit Bridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,613 (+24.9%)

$66,900 + $243,300

$310,200

2024

$2,092 (+17.7%)

$66,900 + $243,300

$310,200

2023

$1,778 (−0.7%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2022

$1,791 (+1.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2021

$1,769 (+1.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2020

$1,749 (+8.0%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2019

$1,619 (+3.9%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2018

$1,559 (+4.4%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2017

$1,492 (+9.5%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2016

$1,363 (+2.8%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2015

$1,326 (+0.2%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2014

$1,323 (+0.7%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2013

$1,314 (+6.0%)

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

2012

$1,240

$10,100 + $39,900

$50,000

*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

1.5

Lot width

75 ft.

Lot depth

290 ft.

Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,375

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

1401601006

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Asphalt Driveway
Driveway, Detached Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2

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

Interior Information
Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning
Flooring Type: Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room
Laundry Type: Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $39,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow
Other Structures: Shed, Run-in Shed, Shed Shop

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 75.00 x 290.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $10,100

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,375
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

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

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $414
School Tax: $1,355
Tax Assessed Value: $50,000
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,769

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021

Lease Information
Lease Considered: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Well

Location

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

Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Money Road and/or Main Street
Directions: Route 71 to property address. Or, from Route 13 to Pine Tree Road

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,375
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 1401601006

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Townsend Early Childhood Center

Public K • Assigned • 0.2mi

Meredith (Everett) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

5/10

Odessa High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi

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

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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Estimated sale price

$341,000 – $412,000

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Home values near 5978 Summit Bridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5970 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$376,816
5974 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$305,859

Address	Redfin Estimate
5952 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$368,698
5982 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$389,173

Address	Redfin Estimate
5956 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2728 Sq. Ft.	$315,028
100 Main Street, Townsend, DE 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1900 Sq. Ft.	$391,119

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