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$385,898$314 / 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 96How 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 $152,900 on Oct 31, 2002

161 ROCKROSE DR

NEWARK, DE 19711
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,230 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.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$386K
$371K low$400K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$152,900 · Oct 31, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,744 (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.$346,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,030

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.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.Split Level
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Heritage Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Skyline Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Dickinson (John) SchoolB-
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Red Clay Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19711These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.51,312
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,856 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,040
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,809
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

161 Rockrose 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 Newark 19711
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in New Castle County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Newark 19711
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Newark 19711
  • Older than 76% of homes in Newark 19711

What homes are worth in Newark 19711

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

This home
$237K$827K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Newark 19711.

How it measures up in Newark 19711

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 19711.

Estimated value$385,898
CheaperTypical $442,777Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,998 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 161 Rockrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 19711New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$385,89832% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31491% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,230 ft²12% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac20% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than196024% of homes37% of homes

About 161 Rockrose Dr

How much is 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE is $385,898 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $371,380 to $400,416. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE last sell?

161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE last sold on Oct 31, 2002 for $152,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE?

161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,230 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE built?

161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE?

161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE is assigned to Heritage Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Skyline Middle School (middle), rated D-; Dickinson (John) School (high), rated B-. All sit in Red Clay Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE compare to other homes in Newark 19711?

Among the 15,003 homes in Newark 19711, it is worth more than 32% of them ($385,898 against a typical $442,777), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($314 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,230 ft² against a typical 1,998 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1960 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 51% 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 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Rockrose Dr, Newark, DE was $2,744. The county assessed it at $346,500.

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