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$538,026$155 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

231 CORNWELL DR

BEAR, DE 19701
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,468 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
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

$538K
$516K low$560K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.115%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$479,524
AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Mar 9, 2026
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$249,303
JP MORGAN CHASE BK

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$576,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$446,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$473,400

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.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
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.Colonial
CountyNEW CASTLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Gunning Bedford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
William Penn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi

District: Colonial School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19701These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,553 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,375
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

231 Cornwell 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 78% of homes in New Castle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Bear 19701
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in New Castle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in New Castle County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in New Castle County

What homes are worth in Bear 19701

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

This home
$76K$808K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Bear 19701.

How it measures up in Bear 19701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bear 19701.

Estimated value$538,026
CheaperTypical $428,545Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area3,468 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,050 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 231 Cornwell Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBear 19701New Castle County
Estimated valuepricier than$538,02676% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1554% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than3,468 ft²91% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac77% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199657% of homes77% of homes

About 231 Cornwell Dr

How much is 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE is $538,026 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $516,285 to $559,767. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE last sell?

231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE last sold on Mar 9, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE?

231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,468 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE built?

231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE?

231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE is assigned to Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 231 Cornwell Dr, Bear, DE compare to other homes in Bear 19701?

Among the 14,308 homes in Bear 19701, it is worth more than 76% of them ($538,026 against a typical $428,545), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($155 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,468 ft² against a typical 2,050 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1996 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Castle County, it is worth more than 78% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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