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$269,599$219 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $220,000 on Jul 23, 2026

517 RUST ST

SEAFORD, DE 19973
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,232 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$270K
$255K 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.$220,000 · Jul 23, 2026
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.$49,599
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$39,679
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.$220,000
53 INVESTMENTS LLC · 6% · recorded Jul 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$792 (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.$14,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,800

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.37
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.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.ElevatorPorch · 100 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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(4)

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

E
West Seaford Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 mi
M
Seaford Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Seaford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Seaford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19973These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.28,398
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,526
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.69%

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

517 Rust 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 89% of homes in Sussex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Sussex County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Seaford 19973
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Seaford 19973

What homes are worth in Seaford 19973

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

This home
$97K$662K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Seaford 19973.

How it measures up in Seaford 19973

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seaford 19973.

Estimated value$269,599
CheaperTypical $311,235Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 517 Rust St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeaford 19973Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$269,59935% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21960% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²33% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac14% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than200578% of homes62% of homes

About 517 Rust St

How much is 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE is $269,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $255,173 to $284,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE last sell?

517 Rust St, Seaford, DE last sold on Jul 23, 2026 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE?

517 Rust St, Seaford, DE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE built?

517 Rust St, Seaford, DE was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE?

517 Rust St, Seaford, DE is assigned to West Seaford Elementary School (elementary); Seaford Middle School (middle), rated D; Seaford High School (high), rated F. All sit in Seaford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE compare to other homes in Seaford 19973?

Among the 10,191 homes in Seaford 19973, it is worth more than 35% of them ($269,599 against a typical $311,235), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($219 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2005 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 11% 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 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Rust St, Seaford, DE was $792. The county assessed it at $14,350.

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