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$135,049$338 / 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 70How 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 $18,000 on Jun 27, 2016

20492 FOREST RD

MILTON, DE 19968
1
Beds
0
Baths
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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$135K
$95K low$175K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Jun 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$227 (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.$2,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,400

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.45
33
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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 Residential
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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

E
Milton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.8 mi
M
Frederick D. Thomas Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi
H
Cape Henlopen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi

District: Cape Henlopen School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19968These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.17,087
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,394
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,221
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

20492 Forest 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Milton 19968
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Among the smallest homes in Milton 19968
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Older than 90% of homes in Milton 19968

What homes are worth in Milton 19968

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

This home
$225K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Milton 19968.

How it measures up in Milton 19968

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milton 19968.

Estimated value$135,049
CheaperTypical $480,631Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,758 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 20492 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton 19968Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,049almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33883% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than400 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac6% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than197410% of homes16% of homes

About 20492 Forest Rd

How much is 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE is $135,049 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $94,783 to $175,315. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE last sell?

20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE last sold on Jun 27, 2016 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE?

20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE has 1 bedrooms, 400 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE built?

20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE?

20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE is assigned to Milton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Frederick D. Thomas Middle School (middle), rated A; Cape Henlopen High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Cape Henlopen School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE compare to other homes in Milton 19968?

Among the 8,809 homes in Milton 19968, it is worth more than almost none of them ($135,049 against a typical $480,631), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($338 against a typical $258), it is bigger than almost none of them (400 ft² against a typical 1,758 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1974 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than almost no 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 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20492 Forest Rd, Milton, DE was $227. The county assessed it at $2,750.

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