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$257,598$196 / 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 $112,500 on Jul 2, 2010

342 RURITAN LN

VIOLA, DE 19979
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,312 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$258K
$242K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$112,500 · Jul 2, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$653 (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.$241,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,000

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
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.
77
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.Ranch
CountyKent
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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.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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Lake Forest North Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 2.4 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
W.T. Chipman Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.9 mi

District: Lake Forest School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19979These 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.138
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 100.42

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.172 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,435
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,451
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

342 Ruritan 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 less than 87% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Viola 19979
  • Older than 90% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Viola 19979

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

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$199K$629K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Viola 19979.

How it measures up in Viola 19979

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Viola 19979.

Estimated value$257,598
CheaperTypical $343,988Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,312 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 342 Ruritan Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeViola 19979Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,59813% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19634% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,312 ft²23% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac13% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195018% of homes10% of homes

About 342 Ruritan Ln

How much is 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE is $257,598 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $242,140 to $273,056. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE last sell?

342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE last sold on Jul 2, 2010 for $112,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,312 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE built?

342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE is assigned to Lake Forest North Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lake Forest High School (high), rated C+; W.T. Chipman Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Lake Forest School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE compare to other homes in Viola 19979?

Among the 302 homes in Viola 19979, it is worth more than 13% of them ($257,598 against a typical $343,988), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($196 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,312 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1950 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 16% 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 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE?

The 2023 property tax bill for 342 Ruritan Ln, Viola, DE was $653. The county assessed it at $241,000.

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