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$719,280$223 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

517 RIDGEVIEW DR

HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,225 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.
1920
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

$719K
$701K low$737K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$228,080
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$182,464
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.67%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$491,200
PROSPERITY HOME MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Feb 22, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,692 (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.$848,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,000

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.
95
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
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.1997
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

Transaction History(1)

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
H.B. Dupont Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Brandywine Springs SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 4.5 mi
H
Dupont (Alexis I.) High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

517 Ridgeview 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.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in New Castle County
  • Older than 98% 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.

This home
$352K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 74% 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$719,280
CheaperTypical $611,872Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area3,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 517 Ridgeview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHockessin 19707New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$719,28074% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22339% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than3,225 ft²76% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac47% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than19202% of homes9% of homes

About 517 Ridgeview Dr

How much is 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE is $719,280 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $701,441 to $737,119. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE last sell?

517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE last sold on Feb 2, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE?

517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,225 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE built?

517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE?

517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE is assigned to H.B. Dupont Middle School (middle), rated A; 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 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE compare to other homes in Hockessin 19707?

Among the 6,224 homes in Hockessin 19707, it is worth more than 74% of them ($719,280 against a typical $611,872), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($223 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 76% of them (3,225 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 2% of them (1920 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 94% 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 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Ridgeview Dr, Hockessin, DE was $7,692. The county assessed it at $848,600.

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