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$242,158$216 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $111,700 on Feb 23, 2000

5 CASTLE WAY

BEAR, DE 19701
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,120 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$242K
$231K low$254K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$111,700 · Feb 23, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,446 (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.$264,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$210,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,960

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.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.Townhouse
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Leasure (May B.) Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Christiana High SchoolA+
High · Grades 6–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Kirk (George V.) Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19701These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,553 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,375
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

5 Castle Way 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 91% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Newer than 82% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Bear 19701

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

This home
$68K$845K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Bear 19701.

How it measures up in Bear 19701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bear 19701.

Estimated value$242,158
CheaperTypical $429,497Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,000 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 5 Castle Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBear 19701New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,1589% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21648% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²6% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²7% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than199967% of homes82% of homes

About 5 Castle Way

How much is 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE is $242,158 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $230,633 to $253,683. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE last sell?

5 Castle Way, Bear, DE last sold on Feb 23, 2000 for $111,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE?

5 Castle Way, Bear, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE built?

5 Castle Way, Bear, DE was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE?

5 Castle Way, Bear, DE is assigned to Leasure (May B.) Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Christiana High School (high), rated A+; Kirk (George V.) Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?

Among the 14,995 homes in Bear 19701, it is worth more than 9% of them ($242,158 against a typical $429,497), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($216 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 2,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1999 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 17% 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 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Castle Way, Bear, DE was $1,446. The county assessed it at $264,000.

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