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$80,556$59 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Dec 29, 2025

53 NEW ST

CHESWOLD, DE 19936
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,356 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$81K
$67K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Dec 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$992 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$158,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$158,100

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 84 ft²

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.

E
North Dover Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.2 mi
H
Dover High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Capital School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19936These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.7
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.822 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,730
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,320
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

53 New 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cheswold
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cheswold
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Cheswold
  • Among the oldest homes in Cheswold

What homes are worth in Cheswold 19936

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

This home
$135K$439K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Cheswold 19936.

How it measures up in Cheswold 19936

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cheswold 19936.

Estimated value$80,556
CheaperTypical $349,167Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$59
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 53 New St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCheswoldCheswold 19936Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,556almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,356 ft²36% of homes63% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac10% of homes24% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than1900almost no homes7% of homes3% of homes

About 53 New St

How much is 53 New St, Cheswold, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 New St, Cheswold, DE is $80,556 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $66,997 to $94,115. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 New St, Cheswold, DE last sell?

53 New St, Cheswold, DE last sold on Dec 29, 2025 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 New St, Cheswold, DE?

53 New St, Cheswold, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,356 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 53 New St, Cheswold, DE built?

53 New St, Cheswold, DE was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 New St, Cheswold, DE?

53 New St, Cheswold, DE is assigned to North Dover Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Dover High School (high), rated D. All sit in Capital School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 New St, Cheswold, DE compare to other homes in Cheswold 19936?

Among the 263 homes in Cheswold 19936, it is worth more than almost none of them ($80,556 against a typical $349,167), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($59 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,356 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1900 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than almost no 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 53 New St, Cheswold, DE?

The 2026 property tax bill for 53 New St, Cheswold, DE was $992. The county assessed it at $158,100.

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