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$565,154$260 / 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 91How 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 $380,000 on Oct 20, 2014

717 AMBLESIDE DR

WILMINGTON, DE 19808
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,175 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$565K
$516K low$614K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Oct 20, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,854 (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.$553,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,600

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
92
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.Ranch
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Basement

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
McKean (Thomas) High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Brandywine Springs SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Red Clay Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19808These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,949
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,830 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,631
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,305
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%

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How this home compares

717 Ambleside Dr 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 90% of homes in Wilmington 19808
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in New Castle County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Wilmington 19808
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Wilmington 19808

What homes are worth in Wilmington 19808

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

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$85K$797K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Wilmington 19808.

How it measures up in Wilmington 19808

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 19808.

Estimated value$565,154
CheaperTypical $392,743Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$260
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,175 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,775 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 717 Ambleside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 19808New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$565,15490% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26077% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than2,175 ft²77% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac98% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than196238% of homes39% of homes

About 717 Ambleside Dr

How much is 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE is $565,154 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $516,081 to $614,227. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE last sell?

717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE last sold on Oct 20, 2014 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE?

717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,175 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE built?

717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE?

717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE is assigned to McKean (Thomas) High School (high), rated D-; Brandywine Springs School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Red Clay Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE compare to other homes in Wilmington 19808?

Among the 15,037 homes in Wilmington 19808, it is worth more than 90% of them ($565,154 against a typical $392,743), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($260 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,175 ft² against a typical 1,775 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1962 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 82% 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 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 717 Ambleside Dr, Wilmington, DE was $4,854. The county assessed it at $553,200.

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