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$469,739$200 / 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 98How 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 $25,000 on Jan 14, 2009

12 DENISE CT

BEAR, DE 19701
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,348 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$470K
$461K low$478K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Jan 14, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,260 (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.$478,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$391,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$87,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$385,830

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.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
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.Contemporary
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
E
Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
M
Gunning Bedford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19701These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,553 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,375
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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 Denise Ct 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 more than 68% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in New Castle County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Bear 19701

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

This home
$65K$801K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Bear 19701.

How it measures up in Bear 19701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bear 19701.

Estimated value$469,739
CheaperTypical $429,616Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,348 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,025 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 12 Denise Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBear 19701New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,73960% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20028% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,348 ft²64% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac58% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than199244% of homes72% of homes

About 12 Denise Ct

How much is 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE is $469,739 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $461,455 to $478,023. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE last sell?

12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE last sold on Jan 14, 2009 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE?

12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,348 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE built?

12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE?

12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE is assigned to William Penn High School (high), rated D; Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?

Among the 14,372 homes in Bear 19701, it is worth more than 60% of them ($469,739 against a typical $429,616), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($200 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,348 ft² against a typical 2,025 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1992 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 68% 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 Denise Ct, Bear, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Denise Ct, Bear, DE was $3,260. The county assessed it at $478,800.

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