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$263,222$122 / 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 89How 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 $169,900 on Jul 29, 2014

196 RIVER RD

WILMINGTON, DE 19809
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,150 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$263K
$235K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · Jul 29, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,122 (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.$351,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,700

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
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.
86
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.Ranch
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

Transaction History(1)

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

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

E
Mount Pleasant Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.8 mi
H
Mount Pleasant High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Brandywine School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19809These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.14,554
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,083 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,566
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

196 River Rd 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 82% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Wilmington 19809
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Wilmington 19809
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Wilmington 19809
  • Older than 76% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Wilmington 19809

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

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$115K$650K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Wilmington 19809.

How it measures up in Wilmington 19809

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19809.

Estimated value$263,222
CheaperTypical $365,295Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 196 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 19809New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$263,22219% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1223% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than2,150 ft²80% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac70% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than195260% of homes24% of homes

About 196 River Rd

How much is 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE is $263,222 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $234,894 to $291,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE last sell?

196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE last sold on Jul 29, 2014 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,150 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE built?

196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE is assigned to Mount Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Mount Pleasant High School (high), rated B; Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Brandywine School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19809?

Among the 5,099 homes in Wilmington 19809, it is worth more than 19% of them ($263,222 against a typical $365,295), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($122 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,150 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1952 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 18% 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 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 River Rd, Wilmington, DE was $3,122. The county assessed it at $351,400.

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