870 Old Public Road, Hockessin, DE 19707 - Photo 1

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$530,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,850 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

RARE FIND!! If you crave peace, privacy, and a deep connection with nature, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is your perfect retreat. Tucked away in sought after Hockessin DE, and surrounded by mature trees, flowering plants, and lush landscaping, this property offers a serene setting that feels worlds away-yet still close to everyday conveniences. Step inside to an inviting open floor plan featuring wood flooring throughout most of the home, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a large picture window that frames the scenic outdoors. The adjoining dining area and kitchen offer plenty of storage, including a pantry cabinet, ideal for those who love to cook while staying connected to the surrounding beauty. One of the home's most unique features is the expansive enclosed porch, nestled just off the kitchen. With a circular wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece and a full wall of windows all around, it's the perfect spot to watch the seasons change, host cozy gatherings, or simply enjoy the peaceful views of your private natural sanctuary. The main level includes three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, while the lower level provides even more flexible space with a family room featuring a brick fireplace, two additional bright multipurpose rooms, and a spacious laundry room with a convenient chute from the main floor. This is a unique home with a beautiful setting offers an abundance of upgrades for long-term comfort and efficiency: NEW Anderson windows (2000), Geothermal heating and cooling (2008), Bamboo flooring on the lower level, Lifetime warranty roof (2011), Security system with cameras and alarms (2015), NEW well pump (2019) and chimney crown (2021), Electric hot water heater (GE 50-gal, 8-year warranty), Whole-house I Spring 3-stage water filtration (2024), PVC plumbing upgrades. Whether you're gardening, birdwatching, or simply relaxing in the privacy of your own natural paradise, this home is a rare find, this is a one owner home. Come experience the calm, comfort, and beauty it has to offer. PLEASE DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY WITHOUT A SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 870 Old Public Rd

General

Sold For: $530,000
Taxes: $4,485 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: DENC2079100
Added to Site: 282 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Dining Area, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Brick, Other, Brick, Other
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Lower: 1
Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Lower Floor

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage Description: Built In, Basement Garage

Location

Area: Hockssn/Greenvl/Centrvl (30902)
County: New Castle
Development Name: None Available
Subdivision: None Available
Cross Streets: Benge
Driving Directions: Route 42 (Lancaster Pike), to right on Old Wilmington Road, to left on Meeting House Road, to right on Benge Road, to right on Old Public Road.

School Information

School District: Red Clay Consolidated
Elementary School: Cooke
Middle School: Dupont H
High School: Dupont

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Geothermal
Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: On Site Septic
Water: Well

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Ranch/Rambler
Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Daylight, Full, Garage Access, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level
Foundation: Other
Roof: Shingle, Pitched, Asphalt
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
Square Feet: 2,850
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,850 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,626 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1957
Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Property View: Trees/Woods, Pond
Lot Size (Acres): 1.87
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 81,457
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, Front Yard, SideYard(s)
Zoning: NC40
Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, Front Yard, SideYard(s)

Water Features

Water View: Yes

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $301.29
Assessment Year: 2024
School Tax: $3,448
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $1,037
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $128,700
Tax Amount: $4,485
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2850

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: All Personal Property
Lot Number: 72

Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin, Earl Endrich
Sold by Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville, Lisa Michels

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Schools

Schools serving 870 Old Public Rd

School District:Red Clay Consolidated School District

Name	Grades	Distance
duPont (H.B.) Middle School 735 Meeting House Road, Hockessin, DE 19707	6-8	0.3 mi
duPont (Alexis I.) High School 50 Hillside Road, Wilmington, DE 19807	9-12	4.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 870 Old Public Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/23/2025

Sold

$530,000

8.19%

MLS

5/15/2025

Listed

$489,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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870 Old Public Road, Hockessin, DE 19707 (MLS# DENC2079100) is a Single Family property that was sold at $530,000 on June 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 870 Old Public Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hockessin? You can browse all Hockessin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

870 Old Public Rd Hockessin, DE 19707