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$305,343$207 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $89,900 on Aug 29, 1997

178 RIVERVIEW DR

NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,475 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.
0.18 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$305K
$292K low$319K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,900 · Aug 29, 1997
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.$205,343
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$164,274
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.33%
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.$100,000
WILMINGTON TRUST CO · recorded Feb 23, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,275 (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.$294,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,700

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
82
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.0.18
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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 · 1.8 mi
H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 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

178 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 71% of homes in New Castle County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Older than 83% 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$655K

This home is worth more than 48% 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$305,343
CheaperTypical $310,048Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,475 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 178 Riverview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 19720New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,34348% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20739% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,475 ft²51% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac65% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than194817% of homes19% of homes

About 178 Riverview Dr

How much is 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE is $305,343 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $292,084 to $318,602. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE last sell?

178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE last sold on Aug 29, 1997 for $89,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,475 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE built?

178 Riverview 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 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

178 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 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE compare to other homes in New Castle 19720?

Among the 18,786 homes in New Castle 19720, it is worth more than 48% of them ($305,343 against a typical $310,048), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($207 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,475 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1948 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 29% 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 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Riverview Dr, New Castle, DE was $2,275. The county assessed it at $294,000.

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