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$667,799$373 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

26696 RIVER RD

SEAFORD, DE 19973
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,792 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.
1.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$668K
$635K low$701K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,571 (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.$36,850 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$585,400

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.61
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.74 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.1.88
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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 · 1.4 mi
M
Seaford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Seaford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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%

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

26696 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 more than 98% of homes in Seaford 19973
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Seaford 19973
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Seaford 19973
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Sussex County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Seaford 19973

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
$105K$680K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$667,799
CheaperTypical $312,251Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size1.88 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 26696 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeaford 19973Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$667,79998% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37398% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²74% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.88 ac87% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than200070% of homes50% of homes

About 26696 River Rd

How much is 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE is $667,799 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $634,572 to $701,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE last sell?

26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE last sold on Oct 21, 1993, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 1.88-acre lot.

When was 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE built?

26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

26696 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 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE compare to other homes in Seaford 19973?

Among the 10,142 homes in Seaford 19973, it is worth more than 98% of them ($667,799 against a typical $312,251), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($373 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.88 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2000 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 72% 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 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26696 River Rd, Seaford, DE was $1,571. The county assessed it at $36,850.

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