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$455,361$248 / 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 97How 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 $145,000 on Jan 11, 2013

705 CHESTNUT ST

MILTON, DE 19968
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,836 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$455K
$440K low$470K high
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 · Jan 11, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$776 (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.$9,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$367,500

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.0.37
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 · 0.3 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

705 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.

  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Sussex County
  • Older than 97% 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
$231K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 38% 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$455,361
CheaperTypical $487,993Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,759 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 705 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton 19968Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$455,36138% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24837% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²55% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac57% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than19343% of homes3% of homes

About 705 Chestnut St

How much is 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE is $455,361 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $440,328 to $470,394. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE last sell?

705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE last sold on Jan 11, 2013 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE built?

705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

705 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 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE compare to other homes in Milton 19968?

Among the 8,807 homes in Milton 19968, it is worth more than 38% of them ($455,361 against a typical $487,993), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($248 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,759 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1934 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 44% 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 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 Chestnut St, Milton, DE was $776. The county assessed it at $9,200.

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