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$277,057$385 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $70,000 on Oct 21, 1998

702 CHESTNUT ST

MILTON, DE 19968
2
Beds
1
Baths
720 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
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.

Valuation

$277K
$202K low$352K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Oct 21, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$573 (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.$7,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,150
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,200

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

Transaction History(1)

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
Milton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Mariner Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Cape Henlopen High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Cape Henlopen School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19968These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,087
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,394
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

702 Chestnut 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Milton 19968
  • Older than 90% of homes in Milton 19968

What homes are worth in Milton 19968

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

This home
$241K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Milton 19968.

How it measures up in Milton 19968

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milton 19968.

Estimated value$277,057
CheaperTypical $488,901Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$385
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 702 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton 19968Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,0575% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38588% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac54% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than197410% of homes16% of homes

About 702 Chestnut St

How much is 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE is $277,057 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $201,825 to $352,289. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE last sell?

702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE last sold on Oct 21, 1998 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 720 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE built?

702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE is assigned to Milton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Mariner Middle School (middle), rated B; Cape Henlopen High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Cape Henlopen School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE compare to other homes in Milton 19968?

Among the 8,809 homes in Milton 19968, it is worth more than 5% of them ($277,057 against a typical $488,901), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($385 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 2% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1974 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 12% 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 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 702 Chestnut St, Milton, DE was $573. The county assessed it at $7,750.

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