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$421,805$185 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $269,900 on May 27, 2016

216 RUSHES DR

BEAR, DE 19701
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,275 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$422K
$410K low$434K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,900 · May 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,110 (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.$395,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,800

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.46
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.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.0.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Transaction History(4)

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
Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi
M
Gunning Bedford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19701These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,553 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,375
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

216 Rushes 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in New Castle County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Bear 19701

What homes are worth in Bear 19701

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

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$60K$801K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Bear 19701.

How it measures up in Bear 19701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bear 19701.

Estimated value$421,805
CheaperTypical $429,344Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,275 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,025 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 216 Rushes Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBear 19701New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$421,80548% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18517% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,275 ft²62% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac49% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than198829% of homes66% of homes

About 216 Rushes Dr

How much is 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE is $421,805 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $409,555 to $434,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE last sell?

216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE last sold on May 27, 2016 for $269,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE?

216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,275 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE built?

216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE?

216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE is assigned to Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Gunning Bedford Middle School (middle), 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 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?

Among the 14,368 homes in Bear 19701, it is worth more than 48% of them ($421,805 against a typical $429,344), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($185 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,275 ft² against a typical 2,025 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1988 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 58% 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 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 216 Rushes Dr, Bear, DE was $3,110. The county assessed it at $395,800.

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