Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate151 Anchor Inn Road, Townsend, DE 19734-9733 $1,890,000
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Description
Unique and rare opportunity to obtain this 98 ACRE+- farm property just north of Smyrna in the Townsend area, that has been in the family since 1894, consisting of wooded (with some potential wetlands) & tillable acres, 2 parcels: 151 Anchor Inn Rd. (Parcel # 1501000087 approx. 98+- acres ), and adjacent property at 155 Anchor Inn Rd. (Parcel # 1501000088) approx. .37+- acres. Farm has approx. 935'+- frontage on US 13, and 975'+- on Anchor Inn Rd. New Castle County planning has indicated that a process is available for potential development of a major subdivision - *subject to a site capacity calculation, zoning certification, planning criteria, process requirements, and County Council approval. A minor subdivision is available by right creating 4 parcels from the 98+- acre parcel. Do your own due diligence for any development plans. Absolutely NO TRESPASSING without a Confirmed APPOINTMENT. LISTING AGENT MUST BE PRESENT FOR ALL SHOWINGS. For several years in addition to being farmed, the property has been home of a turn key recreational paintball business (Maple Shade Farm Paintball) - operation and supplies could be available / negotiable for an interested buyer. . New Castle County taxes online for this parcel were originally INCORRECTLY billed at an absurd rate - Seller has paid the correct taxes amount and the county has provided a letter of proof acknowledging that the tax billing was due to a Tyler Technologies error in the recent reassessment. The taxes paid in full 2025 were $1,999.68.
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School Dist: Appoquinimink
Condo Assoc: No
Features
Utilities
Well Water, No Septic System
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Public Elementary (6 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Early Childhood Center | Appoquinimink School District | K | Townsend | 3.46 mi |
| Townsend Elementary School | Appoquinimink School District | 1–5 | Townsend | 3.55 mi |
| North Smyrna Elementary School | Smyrna School District | Preschool–3 | Smyrna | 4.01 mi |
| Providence Creek Academy Charter School | Providence Creek Academy Charter School | K–8 | Clayton | 4.35 mi |
| Smyrna Elementary School | Smyrna School District | K–3 | Smyrna | 4.69 mi |
| Clayton Elementary School | Smyrna School District | K–4 | Clayton | 4.81 mi |
Public Middle (2 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna Middle School | Smyrna School District | 7–8 | Smyrna | 3.94 mi |
| Moore (John Bassett) School | Smyrna School District | 4–6 | Smyrna | 4.56 mi |
Public High (2 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna High School | Smyrna School District | 9–12 | Smyrna | 4.09 mi |
| First State Military Academy | First State Military Academy | 9–12 | Clayton | 4.43 mi |
Private (1 schools)
| School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna Christian School | Church of Christ | Preschool–8 | Smyrna | 3.19 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.
Climate and Weather
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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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