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$309,209$457 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $288,900 on Mar 28, 2025

26451 RIVER RD

SEAFORD, DE 19973
3
Beds
0
Baths
676 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$309K
$289K low$329K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$288,900 · Mar 28, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$17,034
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$13,627
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.94%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$283,666
LUMINATE BANK · recorded Mar 28, 2025
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$8,509
DELAWARE STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$824 (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.$14,650 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,900

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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.0.51
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

Transaction History(2)

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
Blades Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.9 mi
M
Seaford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Seaford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Seaford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19973These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.28,398
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,526
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,399
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.69%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

26451 River Rd 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 less than 82% of homes in Sussex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Seaford 19973
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Seaford 19973
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Sussex County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Seaford 19973

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

This home
$94K$709K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Seaford 19973.

How it measures up in Seaford 19973

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seaford 19973.

Estimated value$309,209
CheaperTypical $311,204Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$457
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area676 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 26451 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeaford 19973Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$309,20949% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$457almost all homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than676 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac51% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than197029% of homes11% of homes

About 26451 River Rd

How much is 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE is $309,209 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $289,197 to $329,221. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE last sell?

26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE last sold on Mar 28, 2025 for $288,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE has 3 bedrooms, 676 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE built?

26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE is assigned to Blades Elementary School (elementary); Seaford Middle School (middle), rated D; Seaford High School (high), rated F. All sit in Seaford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE compare to other homes in Seaford 19973?

Among the 10,142 homes in Seaford 19973, it is worth more than 49% of them ($309,209 against a typical $311,204), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($457 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 2% of them (676 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1970 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 18% 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 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26451 River Rd, Seaford, DE was $824. The county assessed it at $14,650.

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