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$459,000$256 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $430,000 on Jul 30, 2026

5 BASALT ST

TOWNSEND, DE 19734
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,795 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$459K
$410K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$430,000 · Jul 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$526,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$101,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$425,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$427,500

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.44
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.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Old State Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Odessa High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Cantwells Bridge Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Appoquinimink School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19734These 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.25
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.19,156
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.225 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

5 Basalt 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 more than 66% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in New Castle County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Townsend 19734
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in New Castle County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Townsend 19734

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

This home
$226K$854K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Townsend 19734.

How it measures up in Townsend 19734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Townsend 19734.

Estimated value$459,000
CheaperTypical $491,051Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,795 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5 Basalt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTownsend 19734New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$459,00042% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25675% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,795 ft²29% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac57% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than200550% of homes89% of homes

About 5 Basalt St

How much is 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE is $459,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $410,368 to $507,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE last sell?

5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE last sold on Jul 30, 2026 for $430,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE?

5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,795 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE built?

5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE?

5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE is assigned to Old State Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Odessa High School (high), rated A+; Cantwells Bridge Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Appoquinimink School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Basalt St, Townsend, DE compare to other homes in Townsend 19734?

Among the 5,436 homes in Townsend 19734, it is worth more than 42% of them ($459,000 against a typical $491,051), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($256 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,795 ft² against a typical 2,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (2005 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 66% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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