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$223,219$184 / 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 93How 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 $85,000 on Jun 24, 2015

309 S RODNEY ST

CLAYTON, DE 19938
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,216 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$223K
$208K low$238K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jun 24, 2015
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.$111,219
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$88,975
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.50%
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.$112,000
US BANK NA · recorded Feb 10, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$430 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$170,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,500

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
81
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
CountyKent
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 96 ft²

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
Clayton Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Smyrna High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Smyrna Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Smyrna School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19938These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.10,868
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,185
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,145
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%

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

309 S Rodney St 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 96% of homes in Clayton 19938
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Clayton 19938
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Clayton 19938
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Clayton 19938
  • Older than 94% of homes in Clayton 19938

What homes are worth in Clayton 19938

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

This home
$198K$671K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Clayton 19938.

How it measures up in Clayton 19938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 19938.

Estimated value$223,219
CheaperTypical $420,402Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,775 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 309 S Rodney St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 19938Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,2194% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18423% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,216 ft²19% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac10% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than19306% of homes6% of homes

About 309 S Rodney St

How much is 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE is $223,219 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $207,954 to $238,484. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE last sell?

309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE last sold on Jun 24, 2015 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE?

309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE built?

309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE?

309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE is assigned to Clayton Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Smyrna High School (high), rated A-; Smyrna Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Smyrna School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE compare to other homes in Clayton 19938?

Among the 4,059 homes in Clayton 19938, it is worth more than 4% of them ($223,219 against a typical $420,402), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($184 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,775 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1930 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 9% 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 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE?

The 2023 property tax bill for 309 S Rodney St, Clayton, DE was $430. The county assessed it at $170,500.

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