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$318,492$203 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $179,000 on May 31, 2016

142 RODNEY DR

NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,568 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$318K
$304K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$179,000 · May 31, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$140,481
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$112,385
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.55%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$174,277
CARRINGTON MTG SVCS · recorded May 2, 2018
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$3,734
CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,270 (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.$339,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$286,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,080

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.
87
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.Colonial
CountyNEW CASTLE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Calvin R. McCullough Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
New Castle Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

142 Rodney 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 68% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Older than 84% of homes 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
$155K$675K

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$318,492
CheaperTypical $310,172Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 142 Rodney Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 19720New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,49253% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20335% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²58% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac22% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than194816% of homes19% of homes

About 142 Rodney Dr

How much is 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE is $318,492 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $304,065 to $332,919. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE last sell?

142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE last sold on May 31, 2016 for $179,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE?

142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE built?

142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE?

142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE is assigned to Calvin R. McCullough Middle School (middle), rated F; New Castle Elementary School (elementary), rated D; William Penn High School (high), rated D. All sit in Colonial School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE compare to other homes in New Castle 19720?

Among the 18,789 homes in New Castle 19720, it is worth more than 53% of them ($318,492 against a typical $310,172), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($203 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1948 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 32% 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 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 142 Rodney Dr, New Castle, DE was $2,270. The county assessed it at $339,300.

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