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$190,757$280 / 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 95How 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 $175,000 on Jun 13, 2023

254 RURITAN LN

VIOLA, DE 19979
2
Beds
1
Baths
682 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$191K
$181K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Jun 13, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$894 (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.$244,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$102,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,000

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.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 308 ft²

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
Lake Forest North Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 2.5 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
W.T. Chipman Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.9 mi

District: Lake Forest School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19979These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.172 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,435
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,451
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

254 Ruritan 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 least valuable homes in Viola 19979
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Among the smallest homes in Viola 19979
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Older than 89% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Viola 19979

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

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$201K$621K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Viola 19979.

How it measures up in Viola 19979

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Viola 19979.

Estimated value$190,757
CheaperTypical $344,989Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area682 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 254 Ruritan Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeViola 19979Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$190,757almost no homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28095% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than682 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac11% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than195319% of homes11% of homes

About 254 Ruritan Ln

How much is 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE is $190,757 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $181,288 to $200,226. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE last sell?

254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE last sold on Jun 13, 2023 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 682 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE built?

254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE is assigned to Lake Forest North Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lake Forest High School (high), rated C+; W.T. Chipman Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Lake Forest School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE compare to other homes in Viola 19979?

Among the 301 homes in Viola 19979, it is worth more than almost none of them ($190,757 against a typical $344,989), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($280 against a typical $213), it is bigger than almost none of them (682 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1953 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 4% 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 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 254 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE was $894. The county assessed it at $244,000.

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