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$490,907$378 / 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 78How 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

281 DEER RUN RD

TOWNSEND, DE 19734
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,300 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.
5.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$491K
$382K low$600K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,076 (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.$427,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,900

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.52
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.5.79
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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
North Smyrna Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.9 mi
M
Smyrna Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi
H
Smyrna High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Smyrna School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19734These 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.25
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.19,156
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.225 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

281 Deer Run 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 71% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Townsend 19734
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Townsend 19734
  • Among the largest lots in New Castle County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Townsend 19734

What homes are worth in Townsend 19734

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

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$227K$860K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Townsend 19734.

How it measures up in Townsend 19734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Townsend 19734.

Estimated value$490,907
CheaperTypical $491,846Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$378
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,244 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size5.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 281 Deer Run Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTownsend 19734New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,90750% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37898% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²13% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.79 ac89% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198725% of homes64% of homes

About 281 Deer Run Rd

How much is 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE is $490,907 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $381,633 to $600,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE last sell?

281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE last sold on May 2, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE?

281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,300 square feet of living space and a 5.79-acre lot.

When was 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE built?

281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE?

281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE is assigned to North Smyrna Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Smyrna Middle School (middle), rated C+; Smyrna High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Smyrna School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE compare to other homes in Townsend 19734?

Among the 5,449 homes in Townsend 19734, it is worth more than 50% of them ($490,907 against a typical $491,846), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($378 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 2,244 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (5.79 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1987 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 71% 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 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Deer Run Rd, Townsend, DE was $2,076. The county assessed it at $427,700.

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