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$264,303$225 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

4260 FORREST AVE

DOVER, DE 19904
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,176 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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.

Valuation

$264K
$245K low$283K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,010 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$240,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$186,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$240,800

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.
24
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.
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
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.0.32
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare

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

H
Dover High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
E
Hartly Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 5.3 mi

District: Capital School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19904These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.95%
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.13%
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.41,240
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.949 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,262
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

4260 Forrest Ave 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 82% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Dover 19904
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Dover 19904
  • Older than 71% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Dover 19904

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

This home
$135K$610K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Dover 19904.

How it measures up in Dover 19904

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dover 19904.

Estimated value$264,303
CheaperTypical $333,204Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,744 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 4260 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDover 19904Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,30321% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22580% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²17% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac63% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than197835% of homes29% of homes

About 4260 Forrest Ave

How much is 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE is $264,303 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $245,156 to $283,450. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE last sell?

4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE?

4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE built?

4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE?

4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE is assigned to Dover High School (high), rated D; Hartly Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Capital School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE compare to other homes in Dover 19904?

Among the 12,948 homes in Dover 19904, it is worth more than 21% of them ($264,303 against a typical $333,204), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($225 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,744 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1978 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 18% 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 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4260 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE was $1,010. The county assessed it at $240,800.

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