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$618,232$255 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $622,054 on May 22, 2024

138 LANTERN LN

MILTON, DE 19968
4
Baths
2,429 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$618K
$598K low$639K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$622,054 · May 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,235 (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.$2,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$584,800

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.56
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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 Residential
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.DeckElevator

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.

M
Mariner Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Milton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Cape Henlopen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 mi

District: Cape Henlopen School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19968These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.80%
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.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,087
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,394
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,221
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

138 Lantern Ln 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 81% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Among the newest homes in Milton 19968

What homes are worth in Milton 19968

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

This home
$223K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Milton 19968.

How it measures up in Milton 19968

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milton 19968.

Estimated value$618,232
CheaperTypical $480,455Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area2,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 138 Lantern Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton 19968Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$618,23281% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25547% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,429 ft²85% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac17% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 138 Lantern Ln

How much is 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE is $618,232 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $597,868 to $638,596. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE last sell?

138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE last sold on May 22, 2024 for $622,054, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE has 4 bathrooms, 2,429 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE built?

138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE is assigned to Mariner Middle School (middle), rated B; Milton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Cape Henlopen High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Cape Henlopen School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE compare to other homes in Milton 19968?

Among the 8,810 homes in Milton 19968, it is worth more than 81% of them ($618,232 against a typical $480,455), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($255 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,429 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 69% 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 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE was $1,235. The county assessed it at $2,500.

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