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$289,794$120 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $258,000 on Jan 30, 2025

838 FOREST ST

DOVER, DE 19904
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,413 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$290K
$271K low$308K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,000 · Jan 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,534 (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.$261,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,100

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.49
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Colonial
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Major Street/Thoroughfare
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 150 ft²

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
Booker T. Washington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.1 mi
H
Dover High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Capital School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19904These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,240
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.949 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,262
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

838 Forest 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 74% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Dover 19904
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Dover 19904
  • Older than 92% of homes in Dover 19904

What homes are worth in Dover 19904

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

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$134K$603K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Dover 19904.

How it measures up in Dover 19904

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dover 19904.

Estimated value$289,794
CheaperTypical $332,050Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,413 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,748 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 838 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDover 19904Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,79432% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1202% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,413 ft²83% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac56% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19508% of homes9% of homes

About 838 Forest St

How much is 838 Forest St, Dover, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Forest St, Dover, DE is $289,794 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $271,339 to $308,249. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Forest St, Dover, DE last sell?

838 Forest St, Dover, DE last sold on Jan 30, 2025 for $258,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Forest St, Dover, DE?

838 Forest St, Dover, DE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,413 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 838 Forest St, Dover, DE built?

838 Forest St, Dover, DE was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 838 Forest St, Dover, DE?

838 Forest St, Dover, DE is assigned to Booker T. Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Dover High School (high). All sit in Capital School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Forest St, Dover, DE compare to other homes in Dover 19904?

Among the 12,943 homes in Dover 19904, it is worth more than 32% of them ($289,794 against a typical $332,050), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($120 against a typical $184), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,413 ft² against a typical 1,748 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1950 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 26% 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 838 Forest St, Dover, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Forest St, Dover, DE was $1,534. The county assessed it at $261,100.

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