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$779,269$164 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $285,000 on Jan 9, 1996

5 FOREST LN

HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
4,750 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.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$779K
$695K low$863K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Jan 9, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,878 (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.$814,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,200

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.Contemporary
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

H
McKean (Thomas) High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Linden Hill Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi
M
H.B. Dupont Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Red Clay Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19707These 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.26
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.0%
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.16,221
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$167,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$204,567
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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 Forest Ln 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 96% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Hockessin 19707
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Hockessin 19707

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

This home
$355K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Hockessin 19707.

How it measures up in Hockessin 19707

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hockessin 19707.

Estimated value$779,269
CheaperTypical $605,248Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area4,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHockessin 19707New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$779,26984% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1643% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than4,750 ft²96% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac52% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198650% of homes62% of homes

About 5 Forest Ln

How much is 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE is $779,269 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $695,461 to $863,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE last sell?

5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE last sold on Jan 9, 1996 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE?

5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,750 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE built?

5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE?

5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE is assigned to McKean (Thomas) High School (high), rated D-; Linden Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; H.B. Dupont Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Red Clay Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE compare to other homes in Hockessin 19707?

Among the 6,225 homes in Hockessin 19707, it is worth more than 84% of them ($779,269 against a typical $605,248), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($164 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 96% of them (4,750 ft² against a typical 2,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1986 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 96% 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 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Forest Ln, Hockessin, DE was $6,878. The county assessed it at $814,000.

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