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$598,204$230 / 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
Last sold for $40,000 on Nov 3, 1992

70 RICHARDS LN

NEWARK, DE 19711
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,600 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$598K
$584K low$612K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Nov 3, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,172 (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.$564,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,300

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.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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

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

E
Downes (John R.) Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Newark High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Shue-Medill Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Christina School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19711These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.51,312
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,856 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,040
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,809
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

70 Richards Ln 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 84% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Newark 19711
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Newark 19711

What homes are worth in Newark 19711

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

This home
$237K$830K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Newark 19711.

How it measures up in Newark 19711

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 19711.

Estimated value$598,204
CheaperTypical $456,513Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,050 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 70 Richards Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 19711New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$598,20476% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23055% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,600 ft²73% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac95% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199386% of homes74% of homes

About 70 Richards Ln

How much is 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE is $598,204 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $584,103 to $612,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE last sell?

70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE last sold on Nov 3, 1992 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE?

70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,600 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE built?

70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE?

70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE is assigned to Downes (John R.) Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Newark High School (high), rated D; Shue-Medill Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Christina School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE compare to other homes in Newark 19711?

Among the 14,964 homes in Newark 19711, it is worth more than 76% of them ($598,204 against a typical $456,513), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($230 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,600 ft² against a typical 2,050 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1993 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 84% 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 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 70 Richards Ln, Newark, DE was $5,172. The county assessed it at $564,800.

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