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$388,312$126 / 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 71How 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

481 RAILROAD AVE

HOUSTON, DE 19954
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,077 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1933
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$388K
$275K low$501K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,199 (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.$469,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$351,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$469,500

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.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
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
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.00
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 253 ft²

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

E
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 3.8 mi
H
Milford Senior High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
Milford Central AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Milford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19954These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.9.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,737
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.194 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,166
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,694
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

481 Railroad 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 more than 70% of homes in Houston 19954
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Houston 19954
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Houston 19954

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

This home
$130K$703K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Houston 19954.

How it measures up in Houston 19954

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 19954.

Estimated value$388,312
CheaperTypical $305,426Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area3,077 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.91 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1933
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 481 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 19954Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,31270% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1265% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,077 ft²95% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac86% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than193311% of homes5% of homes

About 481 Railroad Ave

How much is 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE is $388,312 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $275,221 to $501,403. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE last sell?

481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE?

481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,077 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE built?

481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE was built in 1933, making it 93 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE?

481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE is assigned to Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Milford Senior High School (high), rated D+; Milford Central Academy (middle), rated C-. All sit in Milford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE compare to other homes in Houston 19954?

Among the 721 homes in Houston 19954, it is worth more than 70% of them ($388,312 against a typical $305,426), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($126 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,077 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (4 ac against a typical 0.91 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1933 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 60% 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 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE?

The 2026 property tax bill for 481 Railroad Ave, Houston, DE was $1,199. The county assessed it at $469,500.

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