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$241,419$184 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

189 HOLMES ST

DOVER, DE 19901
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,314 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
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

$241K
$227K low$256K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,249 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$200,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,800

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.
25
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
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
East Dover Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Dover High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Capital School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19901These 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.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.94%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,699
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,665
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,270
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

189 Holmes 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 89% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Kent County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Dover 19901

What homes are worth in Dover 19901

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

This home
$159K$741K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Dover 19901.

How it measures up in Dover 19901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dover 19901.

Estimated value$241,419
CheaperTypical $326,594Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 189 Holmes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDover 19901Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,41917% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18434% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,314 ft²39% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than200682% of homes73% of homes

About 189 Holmes St

How much is 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE is $241,419 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $227,024 to $255,814. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE last sell?

189 Holmes St, Dover, DE last sold on Oct 20, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE?

189 Holmes St, Dover, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,314 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE built?

189 Holmes St, Dover, DE was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE?

189 Holmes St, Dover, DE is assigned to East Dover Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Dover High School (high), rated D. All sit in Capital School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE compare to other homes in Dover 19901?

Among the 11,198 homes in Dover 19901, it is worth more than 17% of them ($241,419 against a typical $326,594), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($184 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,314 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2006 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 11% 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 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE?

The 2026 property tax bill for 189 Holmes St, Dover, DE was $1,249. The county assessed it at $200,800.

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