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$243,921$199 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Jan 29, 1999

161 RIVERVIEW DR

NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,225 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$244K
$207K low$281K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Jan 29, 1999
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.$211,421
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$169,137
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.13%
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.$32,500
COUNTRYWIDE BANK · E · recorded Jan 9, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,987 (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.$256,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,900

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air

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 · 0.8 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.Absentee owner
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

161 Riverview 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 85% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Older than 89% 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$679K

This home is worth more than 16% 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$243,921
CheaperTypical $310,356Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 161 Riverview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 19720New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,92116% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19931% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,225 ft²32% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac22% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than194511% of homes17% of homes

About 161 Riverview Dr

How much is 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE is $243,921 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $207,332 to $280,509. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE last sell?

161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE last sold on Jan 29, 1999 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,225 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE built?

161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

161 Riverview 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 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE compare to other homes in New Castle 19720?

Among the 18,785 homes in New Castle 19720, it is worth more than 16% of them ($243,921 against a typical $310,356), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($199 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,225 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1945 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 15% 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 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE was $1,987. The county assessed it at $256,800.

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