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$258,000$145 / 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 90How 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 $85,000 on Aug 29, 1997

8 RIDLEY CT

NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,775 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$258K
$232K low$284K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Aug 29, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,260 (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.$287,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,600

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.44
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.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
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.Duplex Single
CountyNew Castle
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

H
William Penn High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
George Read Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Carrie Downie Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19720These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.62,421
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,209
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

8 Ridley Ct 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 80% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in New Castle 19720
  • Newer than 66% of homes in New Castle 19720

What homes are worth in New Castle 19720

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

This home
$144K$654K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in New Castle 19720.

How it measures up in New Castle 19720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Castle 19720.

Estimated value$258,000
CheaperTypical $295,242Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,775 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 8 Ridley Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 19720New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,00033% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1455% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,775 ft²74% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac29% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than198066% of homes57% of homes

About 8 Ridley Ct

How much is 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE is $258,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $231,907 to $284,093. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE last sell?

8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE last sold on Aug 29, 1997 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE?

8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,775 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE built?

8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE?

8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE is assigned to William Penn High School (high), rated C-; George Read Middle School (middle), rated D-; Carrie Downie Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Colonial School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE compare to other homes in New Castle 19720?

Among the 18,859 homes in New Castle 19720, it is worth more than 33% of them ($258,000 against a typical $295,242), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($145 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,775 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1980 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 20% 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 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Ridley Ct, New Castle, DE was $2,260. The county assessed it at $287,600.

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