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$166,682$152 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

42 DOUGLAS ST

GEORGETOWN, DE 19947
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,096 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1884
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$167K
$144K low$189K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$118 (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.$4,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,200

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.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.ElevatorPorch · 90 ft²

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

E
North Georgetown Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Georgetown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Sussex Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi

District: Indian River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19947These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.25,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,004
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,384
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.70%

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How this home compares

42 Douglas 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 98% of homes in Sussex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Sussex County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Georgetown 19947
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Georgetown 19947
  • Among the oldest homes in Georgetown 19947

What homes are worth in Georgetown 19947

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

This home
$150K$736K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Georgetown 19947.

How it measures up in Georgetown 19947

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Georgetown 19947.

Estimated value$166,682
CheaperTypical $366,696Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,567 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1884
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 42 Douglas St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeorgetown 19947Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$166,6823% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1526% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,096 ft²20% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac14% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than1884almost no homesalmost no homes

About 42 Douglas St

How much is 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE is $166,682 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $144,037 to $189,327. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE last sell?

42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE?

42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,096 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE built?

42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE was built in 1884, making it 142 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE?

42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE is assigned to North Georgetown Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Georgetown Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sussex Central High School (high), rated D. All sit in Indian River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE compare to other homes in Georgetown 19947?

Among the 7,311 homes in Georgetown 19947, it is worth more than 3% of them ($166,682 against a typical $366,696), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($152 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,096 ft² against a typical 1,567 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1884 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 2% 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 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Douglas St, Georgetown, DE was $118. The county assessed it at $4,900.

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