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$159,356$172 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $2,500 on Jul 6, 2017

609 RIVER RD

DOVER, DE 19901
3
Beds
1
Baths
925 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$159K
$153K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,500 · Jul 6, 2017
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.$159,356
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$127,485

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$400 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$116,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,000

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.58
99
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cottage
CountyKent
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
South Dover Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Dover High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Capital School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19901These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,699
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,665
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,270
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

609 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.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Dover 19901

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

This home
$149K$809K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Dover 19901.

How it measures up in Dover 19901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dover 19901.

Estimated value$159,356
CheaperTypical $326,249Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area925 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 609 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDover 19901Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,3563% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17225% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than925 ft²11% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac25% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195618% of homes12% of homes

About 609 River Rd

How much is 609 River Rd, Dover, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 River Rd, Dover, DE is $159,356 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $152,989 to $165,723. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 River Rd, Dover, DE last sell?

609 River Rd, Dover, DE last sold on Jul 6, 2017 for $2,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 609 River Rd, Dover, DE?

609 River Rd, Dover, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 925 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 609 River Rd, Dover, DE built?

609 River Rd, Dover, DE was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 609 River Rd, Dover, DE?

609 River Rd, Dover, DE is assigned to South Dover Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Dover High School (high). All sit in Capital School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 River Rd, Dover, DE compare to other homes in Dover 19901?

Among the 11,186 homes in Dover 19901, it is worth more than 3% of them ($159,356 against a typical $326,249), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($172 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 11% of them (925 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1956 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 2% 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 609 River Rd, Dover, DE?

The 2023 property tax bill for 609 River Rd, Dover, DE was $400. The county assessed it at $116,000.

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