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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $145,000 on Sep 10, 2026

615 W 5TH ST

WILMINGTON, DE 19801
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,776 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Sep 10, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,613 (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.$231,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,500

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
88
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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(1)

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

E
Maurice Pritchett Sr. AcademyF
Elementary · Grades 1–8 · 0.7 mi
M
The Bayard SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 1–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Newark High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.7 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19801These 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.175
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 100.76

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.19,159
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,668 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,160
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,959
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

615 W 5th 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.

  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Wilmington 19801
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in New Castle County
  • Among the oldest homes in New Castle County

How it measures up in Wilmington 19801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19801.

Living area1,776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,307 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1909Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 615 W 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Center CityWilmington 19801New Castle County
Living areabigger than1,776 ft²71% of homes83% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²61% of homes58% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than187510% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes

About 615 W 5th St

When did 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE last sell?

615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE last sold on Sep 10, 2026 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE?

615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,776 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE built?

615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE?

615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE is assigned to Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy (elementary), rated F; The Bayard School (middle), rated D-; Newark High School (high), rated D. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19801?

Among the 4,521 homes in Wilmington 19801, it is bigger than 83% of them (1,776 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 1,307 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1875 against a typical 1909). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 615 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE was $1,613. The county assessed it at $231,800.

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