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601 RIVER RD

WILMINGTON, DE 19809
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,225 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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.

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.$540,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,600

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.
24
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.
89
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.Colonial
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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(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
Mount Pleasant Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.6 mi
H
Mount Pleasant High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Brandywine School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19809These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.14,554
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,083 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,566
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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%

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

601 River 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.

  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Wilmington 19809
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Wilmington 19809
  • Older than 84% of homes in New Castle County

How it measures up in Wilmington 19809

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19809.

Living area2,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 601 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 19809New Castle County
Living areabigger than2,225 ft²83% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac70% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than194045% of homes16% of homes

About 601 River Rd

How big is 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,225 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE built?

601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE is assigned to Mount Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Mount Pleasant High School (high), rated B; Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Brandywine School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19809?

Among the 5,098 homes in Wilmington 19809, it is bigger than 83% of them (2,225 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1940 against a typical 1946). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 601 River Rd, Wilmington, DE was $4,712. The county assessed it at $540,900.

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