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$634,949$203 / 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 98How 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 $215,855 on Aug 20, 1999

26 RIVA RIDGE LN

BEAR, DE 19701
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,125 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$635K
$622K low$648K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,855 · Aug 20, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,068 (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.$578,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$102,400

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
85
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.Colonial
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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

E
Olive B. Loss Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Alfred G. Waters Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Appoquinimink High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.6 mi

District: Appoquinimink 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

26 Riva Ridge 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in New Castle County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Bear 19701

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

This home
$65K$780K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$634,949
CheaperTypical $429,618Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,025 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 26 Riva Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBear 19701New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$634,94992% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20332% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than3,125 ft²88% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac71% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than199967% of homes82% of homes

About 26 Riva Ridge Ln

How much is 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE is $634,949 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $621,979 to $647,919. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE last sell?

26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE last sold on Aug 20, 1999 for $215,855, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE?

26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,125 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE built?

26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE?

26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE is assigned to Olive B. Loss Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Alfred G. Waters Middle School (middle), rated A-; Appoquinimink High School (high). All sit in Appoquinimink School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?

Among the 14,370 homes in Bear 19701, it is worth more than 92% of them ($634,949 against a typical $429,618), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($203 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 88% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 2,025 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1999 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 89% 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 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Riva Ridge Ln, Bear, DE was $5,068. The county assessed it at $578,900.

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