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$469,217$238 / 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 91How 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 $479,900 on Mar 7, 2024

259 S RIDGE BROOK DR

FELTON, DE 19943
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,975 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$469K
$428K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$479,900 · Mar 7, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,814 (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.$375,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$291,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$375,400

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.46
37
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.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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 Residence
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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

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
Lake Forest North Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.2 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
W.T. Chipman Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.1 mi

District: Lake Forest School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19943These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,323
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,690
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

259 S Ridge Brook 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.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Felton 19943
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Felton 19943
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Felton 19943

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

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$195K$665K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Felton 19943.

How it measures up in Felton 19943

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Felton 19943.

Estimated value$469,217
CheaperTypical $367,261Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,975 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,655 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 259 S Ridge Brook Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFelton 19943Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,21783% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23869% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,975 ft²68% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac43% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than202397% of homes98% of homes

About 259 S Ridge Brook Dr

How much is 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE is $469,217 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $427,789 to $510,645. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE last sell?

259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE last sold on Mar 7, 2024 for $479,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE?

259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,975 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE built?

259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE?

259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, 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 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE compare to other homes in Felton 19943?

Among the 6,612 homes in Felton 19943, it is worth more than 83% of them ($469,217 against a typical $367,261), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($238 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,975 ft² against a typical 1,655 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2023 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 81% 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 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 S Ridge Brook Dr, Felton, DE was $1,814. The county assessed it at $375,400.

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