5745 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734-9371 $489,900

Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,004
Acreage: 1.29
Age:47 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
MLS#: DENC2080982
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

An incredible amount of care has been devoted to crafting this stunning custom home. Situated on 1.3 acres, this serene property is set well back from the road, with nothing but farmland beyond the backyard. A long asphalt driveway leads to a generous parking area behind the home and an oversized two-car detached garage with an attached screened-in porch. This home has everything you could desire. Recent upgrades include a new roof, siding, concrete patio and sidewalk, plumbing, electrical system, water heater, high-end stainless steel appliances, soft-close oversized cabinetry with ultra-convenient drawers for pots and pans, luxury vinyl plank flooring, premium carpet, premium quartz countertops, HVAC system, windows, gutters, and septic system. The list of modern features is as thoughtful as it is extensive The primary bathroom is breathtaking, featuring a custom tile shower and a vaulted walk-in closet worthy of a magazine feature. This is the dream home you’ve been waiting for, located in the top-rated Appoquinimink School District. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this your new home today.

Taxes: $2,568
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: N
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Appoquinimink

Features

Utilities
Heat Pump(s), Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Well Water, Gravity Septic Field

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Oversized, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Carpet Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring, Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior
Block Foundation, Crawl Space Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Vinyl Siding

Lot
Backs to Trees, Not In Development Lot, Adjoins - Open Space

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Public Elementary (11 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Townsend Elementary School Appoquinimink School District 1–5 Townsend 1.16 mi
Townsend Early Childhood Center Appoquinimink School District K Townsend 1.24 mi
MOT Charter School MOT Charter School K–12 Middletown 2.28 mi
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center Appoquinimink School District Preschool Middletown 2.5 mi
Silver Lake Elementary School Appoquinimink School District 1–5 Middletown 2.62 mi
Old State Elementary School Appoquinimink School District 1–5 Townsend 3.27 mi
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Appoquinimink School District K Townsend 3.37 mi
Odessa High School Appoquinimink School District 9–11 Townsend 3.41 mi
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Appoquinimink School District Preschool–K Middletown 3.5 mi
Brick Mill Elementary School Appoquinimink School District 1–5 Middletown 3.5 mi
Bunker Hill Elementary School Appoquinimink School District 1–5 Middletown 3.91 mi

Public Middle (5 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
MOT Charter School MOT Charter School K–12 Middletown 2.28 mi
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Appoquinimink School District 6–8 Middletown 2.46 mi
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School Appoquinimink School District 6–8 Middletown 2.99 mi
Cantwells Bridge Middle School Appoquinimink School District 6–8 Townsend 3.39 mi
Odessa High School Appoquinimink School District 9–11 Townsend 3.41 mi

Public High (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
MOT Charter School MOT Charter School K–12 Middletown 2.28 mi
Middletown High School Appoquinimink School District 9–12 Middletown 2.82 mi
Odessa High School Appoquinimink School District 9–11 Townsend 3.41 mi
Appoquinimink High School Appoquinimink School District 9–12 Middletown 3.96 mi

Private (3 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Andrew's School Episcopal 9–12 Middletown 1.79 mi
St Annes Episcopal School Episcopal Preschool–8 Middletown 2.22 mi
Gem School Inc (The) Nonsectarian Preschool–K Middletown 3.06 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Townsend (19734), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 36
  • Average salary of people in this community: $58,948

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 160
  • Household Size (ppl): 3.11
  • Households w/ Children: 79%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 3,904 (87.6%)
  • Rented: 306 (6.9%)
  • Vacant: 246 (5.5%)
  • Total: 4,456

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 13,115
Households: 4,210
Median Age: 40.70

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
  • Some High School: 5.7%
  • High School Graduate: 38.2%
  • Some College: 20.2%
  • Associate Degree: 5.2%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 19.8%
  • Graduate Degree: 9.6%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $96,733

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Three Bedroom: $1,458
  • Four Bedroom: $2,040

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Listing Courtesy of: Iron Valley Real Estate Premier , (302) 741-4545, broker@ivrepremier.com

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5745 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734-9371

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