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$299,092$214 / 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 87How 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 $280,000 on Sep 20, 2024

500 S RODNEY ST

WILMINGTON, DE 19805
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,400 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1931
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$299K
$259K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Sep 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,468 (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.$278,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,500

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.
9
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.
88
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.0.06
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
The Bayard SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 1–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Glasgow High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.9 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19805These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.38,894
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,972
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,664
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

500 S Rodney 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 88% of homes in Bayard Square
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Bayard Square
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in New Castle County
  • Older than 88% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Wilmington 19805

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

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$91K$506K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Wilmington 19805.

How it measures up in Wilmington 19805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19805.

Estimated value$299,092
CheaperTypical $225,066Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,178 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1931
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 500 S Rodney St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBayard SquareWilmington 19805New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,09288% of homes81% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21491% of homes77% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²63% of homes62% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²73% of homes59% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than193133% of homes47% of homes12% of homes

About 500 S Rodney St

How much is 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE is $299,092 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $259,055 to $339,129. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE last sell?

500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE last sold on Sep 20, 2024 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE?

500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE built?

500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE was built in 1931, making it 95 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE?

500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE is assigned to The Bayard School (middle), rated D-; Glasgow High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19805?

Among the 13,317 homes in Wilmington 19805, it is worth more than 81% of them ($299,092 against a typical $225,066), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($214 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 2,178 ft²) and it is newer than 47% of them (1931 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 30% 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 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 S Rodney St, Wilmington, DE was $2,468. The county assessed it at $278,500.

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