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$303,368$246 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1028 RIVER RD

NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,232 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$303K
$274K low$332K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,602 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$399,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$136,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
William Penn High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Southern Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.8 mi
M
Gunning Bedford Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19720These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.62,421
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,209
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

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How this home compares

1028 River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in New Castle County
  • Among the largest lots in New Castle 19720

What homes are worth in New Castle 19720

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$144K$654K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in New Castle 19720.

How it measures up in New Castle 19720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Castle 19720.

Estimated value$303,368
CheaperTypical $295,242Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 1028 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 19720New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$303,36853% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24677% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²38% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 acalmost all homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than196045% of homes38% of homes

About 1028 River Rd

How much is 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE is $303,368 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $274,378 to $332,358. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE last sell?

1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE last sold on Apr 20, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE?

1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE built?

1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE?

1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE is assigned to William Penn High School (high), rated C-; Southern Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Gunning Bedford Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Colonial School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE compare to other homes in New Castle 19720?

Among the 18,859 homes in New Castle 19720, it is worth more than 53% of them ($303,368 against a typical $295,242), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($246 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1960 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 30% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1028 River Rd, New Castle, DE was $2,602. The county assessed it at $399,100.

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