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$407,883$124 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $404,000 on Dec 4, 2024

12 BUTTERCUP DR

GEORGETOWN, DE 19947
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,294 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$408K
$381K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$404,000 · Dec 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$949 (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.$29,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$444,300

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.ElevatorPorch · 268 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

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

M
Georgetown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Georgetown Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Sussex Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Indian River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19947These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.94%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,004
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,384
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

12 Buttercup Dr 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 65% of homes in Sussex County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Sussex County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Georgetown 19947
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Sussex County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Georgetown 19947

What homes are worth in Georgetown 19947

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

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$150K$701K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Georgetown 19947.

How it measures up in Georgetown 19947

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Georgetown 19947.

Estimated value$407,883
CheaperTypical $369,790Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area3,294 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 12 Buttercup Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeorgetown 19947Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$407,88362% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1242% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,294 ft²98% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac37% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than200470% of homes59% of homes

About 12 Buttercup Dr

How much is 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE is $407,883 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $380,636 to $435,130. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE last sell?

12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE last sold on Dec 4, 2024 for $404,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE?

12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,294 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE built?

12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE?

12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE is assigned to Georgetown Middle School (middle), rated B-; Georgetown Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Sussex Central High School (high), rated D. All sit in Indian River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE compare to other homes in Georgetown 19947?

Among the 7,311 homes in Georgetown 19947, it is worth more than 62% of them ($407,883 against a typical $369,790), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($124 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,294 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2004 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 35% 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 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Buttercup Dr, Georgetown, DE was $949. The county assessed it at $29,000.

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