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$450,000$349 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $450,000 on Nov 4, 2026

227 LANTERN LN

MILTON, DE 19968
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,288 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$450K
$400K low$500K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Nov 4, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$927 (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.$2,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$440,400

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.39
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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.ElevatorPorch · 70 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.

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

M
Mariner Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Milton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Cape Henlopen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.4 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

227 Lantern Ln 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 more per square foot than 84% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Milton 19968

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

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$223K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 38% of 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$450,000
CheaperTypical $480,455Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 227 Lantern Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton 19968Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$450,00038% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34984% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²21% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac11% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than201984% of homes87% of homes

About 227 Lantern Ln

How much is 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE is $450,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $399,802 to $500,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE last sell?

227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE last sold on Nov 4, 2026 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE built?

227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE is assigned to Mariner Middle School (middle), rated B; Milton Elementary School (elementary), 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 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE compare to other homes in Milton 19968?

Among the 8,810 homes in Milton 19968, it is worth more than 38% of them ($450,000 against a typical $480,455), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($349 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (2019 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 44% 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 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE?

The 2026 property tax bill for 227 Lantern Ln, Milton, DE was $927. The county assessed it at $2,500.

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