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$533,820$198 / 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 96How 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 $325,000 on Apr 6, 2006

505 RATLEDGE RD

MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,700 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$534K
$513K low$555K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Apr 6, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,712 (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.$559,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,100

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
83
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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.Mixed

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Alfred G. Waters Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Middletown High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
E
Crystal Run Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 4.8 mi

District: Appoquinimink School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19709These 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.40
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.48,851
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.583 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,313
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

505 Ratledge Rd 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 78% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in New Castle County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Middletown 19709

What homes are worth in Middletown 19709

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

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$245K$920K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Middletown 19709.

How it measures up in Middletown 19709

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Middletown 19709.

Estimated value$533,820
CheaperTypical $528,230Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,475 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 505 Ratledge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMiddletown 19709New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,82051% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19838% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,700 ft²60% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac88% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than199013% of homes69% of homes

About 505 Ratledge Rd

How much is 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE is $533,820 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $512,748 to $554,892. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE last sell?

505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE last sold on Apr 6, 2006 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE?

505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,700 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE built?

505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE?

505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE is assigned to Alfred G. Waters Middle School (middle), rated A-; Middletown High School (high), rated A; Crystal Run Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Appoquinimink School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE compare to other homes in Middletown 19709?

Among the 20,348 homes in Middletown 19709, it is worth more than 51% of them ($533,820 against a typical $528,230), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($198 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,700 ft² against a typical 2,475 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1990 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 78% 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 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Ratledge Rd, Middletown, DE was $4,712. The county assessed it at $559,400.

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