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$348,759$363 / 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
Last sold for $188,000 on Aug 5, 2016

23 OLD FENCE LN

NEWARK, DE 19702
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
960 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.
0.19 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$349K
$326K low$371K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$188,000 · Aug 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,381 (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.$282,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,390

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.Split Level
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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(4)

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

E
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Christiana High SchoolA+
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Kirk (George V.) Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19702These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.97%
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.57,428
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,048 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,832
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,222
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

23 Old Fence 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.

  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newark 19702
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Newark 19702
  • Newer than 66% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Newark 19702

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

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$68K$675K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Newark 19702.

How it measures up in Newark 19702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 19702.

Estimated value$348,759
CheaperTypical $366,321Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 23 Old Fence Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 19702New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$348,75945% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$363almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²3% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac55% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than198840% of homes66% of homes

About 23 Old Fence Ln

How much is 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE is $348,759 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $326,421 to $371,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE last sell?

23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE last sold on Aug 5, 2016 for $188,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE?

23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE built?

23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE?

23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE is assigned to Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Christiana High School (high), rated A+; Kirk (George V.) Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE compare to other homes in Newark 19702?

Among the 16,838 homes in Newark 19702, it is worth more than 45% of them ($348,759 against a typical $366,321), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($363 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 3% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1988 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 42% 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 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 23 Old Fence Ln, Newark, DE was $2,381. The county assessed it at $282,400.

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