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$285,724$181 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $135,900 on Jul 29, 2003

17 RICHARD AVE

WILMINGTON, DE 19805
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,575 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$286K
$274K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,900 · Jul 29, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,780 (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.$287,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,000

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.53
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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

E
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Stanton Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
McKean (Thomas) High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Red Clay Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19805These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.38,894
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,972
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,664
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

17 Richard Ave 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 76% of homes in Wilmington 19805
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Wilmington 19805
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Wilmington 19805
  • Older than 81% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Wilmington 19805

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

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$90K$515K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Wilmington 19805.

How it measures up in Wilmington 19805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19805.

Estimated value$285,724
CheaperTypical $225,409Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,575 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,275 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 2,178 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 17 Richard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 19805New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,72476% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18155% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,575 ft²76% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac73% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than194865% of homes19% of homes

About 17 Richard Ave

How much is 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE is $285,724 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $274,065 to $297,383. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE last sell?

17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE last sold on Jul 29, 2003 for $135,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE?

17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,575 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE built?

17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE?

17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE is assigned to Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Stanton Middle School (middle), rated D; McKean (Thomas) High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Red Clay Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19805?

Among the 13,306 homes in Wilmington 19805, it is worth more than 76% of them ($285,724 against a typical $225,409), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($181 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,575 ft² against a typical 1,275 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 2,178 ft²) and it is newer than 65% of them (1948 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 26% 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 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Richard Ave, Wilmington, DE was $1,780. The county assessed it at $287,900.

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