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$347,854$248 / 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 92How 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

17 RUTH ST

SELBYVILLE, DE 19975
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$348K
$321K low$375K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$378 (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.$15,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$284,900

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.38
1
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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.DeckElevatorPatio · 140 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

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

E
Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Selbyville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Indian River High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Indian River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19975These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.11,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.397 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,324
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,056
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

17 Ruth St 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 90% of homes in Selbyville 19975
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Selbyville 19975
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Selbyville 19975
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Selbyville 19975
  • Older than 78% of homes in Selbyville 19975

What homes are worth in Selbyville 19975

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

This home
$213K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Selbyville 19975.

How it measures up in Selbyville 19975

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Selbyville 19975.

Estimated value$347,854
CheaperTypical $556,017Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $300Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,778 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 17 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelbyville 19975Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$347,85410% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24825% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²30% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac78% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than198922% of homes31% of homes

About 17 Ruth St

How much is 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE is $347,854 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $320,591 to $375,117. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE last sell?

17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE?

17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE built?

17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE?

17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE is assigned to Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Selbyville Middle School (middle), rated B; Indian River High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Indian River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE compare to other homes in Selbyville 19975?

Among the 9,547 homes in Selbyville 19975, it is worth more than 10% of them ($347,854 against a typical $556,017), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($248 against a typical $300), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,778 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1989 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 24% 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 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Ruth St, Selbyville, DE was $378. The county assessed it at $15,100.

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