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$447,989$224 / 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 92How 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 $215,000 on Sep 1, 1988

5 LANTERN CT

HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,000 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
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

$448K
$412K low$484K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Sep 1, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,918 (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.$371,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$114,500

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.46
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.
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.Cape Cod
CountyNew Castle
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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

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

E
Brandywine Springs SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Dupont (Alexis I.) High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 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 Lantern Ct 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 Hockessin 19707
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Hockessin 19707
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in New Castle County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Hockessin 19707

What homes are worth in Hockessin 19707

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

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$351K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 18% 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$447,989
CheaperTypical $604,863Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 5 Lantern Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHockessin 19707New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$447,98918% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22445% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,000 ft²19% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac47% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than197223% of homes50% of homes

About 5 Lantern Ct

How much is 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE is $447,989 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $411,905 to $484,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE last sell?

5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE last sold on Sep 1, 1988 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE?

5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,000 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE built?

5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE?

5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE is assigned to Brandywine Springs School (elementary), rated C+; Dupont (Alexis I.) High School (high), rated C. All sit in Red Clay Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE compare to other homes in Hockessin 19707?

Among the 6,226 homes in Hockessin 19707, it is worth more than 18% of them ($447,989 against a typical $604,863), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($224 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 19% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 2,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1972 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 64% 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 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Lantern Ct, Hockessin, DE was $2,918. The county assessed it at $371,600.

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