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$638,269$321 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $615,000 on Mar 3, 2025

512 WAKE FOREST DR

NEWARK, DE 19713
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,987 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$638K
$564K low$712K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$615,000 · Mar 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,150 (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.$491,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$390,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$480,060

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.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.0.27
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
West Park Place Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Newark High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Shue-Medill Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19713These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,187
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,759 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,247
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,402
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

512 Wake Forest Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Newark 19713
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Newark 19713
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Newark 19713
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Newark 19713

What homes are worth in Newark 19713

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

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$150K$618K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Newark 19713.

How it measures up in Newark 19713

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 19713.

Estimated value$638,269
CheaperTypical $322,753Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$321
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,987 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 512 Wake Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 19713New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$638,269almost all homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32192% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,987 ft²83% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac83% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than200494% of homes88% of homes

About 512 Wake Forest Dr

How much is 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE is $638,269 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $564,087 to $712,451. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE last sell?

512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE last sold on Mar 3, 2025 for $615,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE?

512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,987 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE built?

512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE?

512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE is assigned to West Park Place Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Newark High School (high), rated D+; Shue-Medill Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE compare to other homes in Newark 19713?

Among the 9,411 homes in Newark 19713, it is worth more than almost all of them ($638,269 against a typical $322,753), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($321 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,987 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2004 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 89% 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 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 Wake Forest Dr, Newark, DE was $4,150. The county assessed it at $491,100.

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