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$186,011$165 / 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 96How 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 $40,000 on Dec 2, 2016

8 S CONGRESS ST

PORT PENN, DE 19731
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,125 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from 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.

Valuation

$186K
$179K low$193K 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 · Dec 2, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,056 (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.$265,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,000

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.63
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Masonite / Cement Shake
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Southern Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.3 mi
M
Gunning Bedford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi
H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.6 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19731These 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.33
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.225
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.214 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,690
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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 S Congress 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 91% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in New Castle County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in New Castle County

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

This home
$183K$566K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in New Castle County.

How it measures up in New Castle County

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

Estimated value$186,011
CheaperTypical $383,244Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,750 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

How 8 S Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$186,0119% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16514% of homes
Living areabigger than1,125 ft²14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²22% of homes

About 8 S Congress St

How much is 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE is $186,011 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $179,423 to $192,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE last sell?

8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE last sold on Dec 2, 2016 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE?

8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,125 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

What schools serve 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE?

8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE is assigned to Southern Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Gunning Bedford Middle School (middle), rated D; William Penn High School (high), rated D. All sit in Colonial School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE compare to other homes in New Castle County?

Among the 190,933 homes in New Castle County, it is worth more than 9% of them ($186,011 against a typical $383,244), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($165 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,125 ft² against a typical 1,750 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 22% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac). 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 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 S Congress St, Port Penn, DE was $2,056. The county assessed it at $265,600.

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