1040 Valley Rd

1,750 Sq. Ft.
$211 / Sq. Ft.
1,750
Sq. Ft.
$211
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Finding a move-in-ready gem in the heart of Hockessin for this price is no easy feat, but 1040 Valley Road checks every box. This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and total convenience. The best part? You can leave the car in the driveway. Whether you’re grabbing a bite at a local restaurant, running errands at the shops, or heading to the baseball fields and park for a weekend game, everything you need is just a short stroll away,
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...Finding a move-in-ready gem in the heart of Hockessin for this price is no easy feat, but 1040 Valley Road checks every box. This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and total convenience. The best part? You can leave the car in the driveway. Whether you’re grabbing a bite at a local restaurant, running errands at the shops, or heading to the baseball fields and park for a weekend game, everything you need is just a short stroll away,

Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the fresh, clean slate this home provides. The entire interior has been treated to a crisp coat of neutral paint and brand-new carpeting throughout, making the space feel bright, airy, and ready for your personal touch. The floor plan flows effortlessly from the sun-filled living area into the kitchen, offering plenty of room for weeknight dinners or weekend hosting.

Outside, the property provides a great footprint for gardening, play, or simply enjoying the crisp Delaware seasons. It’s rare to find this kind of walkability and "new house" feel at this price point in Hockessin. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to plant roots in a top-tier community or someone searching for a low-maintenance home in a prime location, this one is a standout. Opportunities like this don't last long come see why 1040 Valley Road is the perfect place to call home.

Listing Agents

  1. Tony Immediato

    Tony Immediato

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (302)-218-7947

  2. James Farley

    James Farley

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (302)-650-6399

Property Details for 1040 Valley Road

Tax ID Number
08-007.40-120
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Other
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/14/2026 09:21 PM

Property Details for 1040 Valley Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #DENC2104130
Days on Market15
Taxes$2,127 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1978
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountyNew Castle County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Building Information for 1040 Valley Road

Stories2Residences-Year Built1978Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

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Property Information for 1040 Valley Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District County ID: 300200396545
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: NEW CASTLE
  • MLS Area: Hockssn/Greenvl/Centrvl (30902)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $242,400
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $382
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $291,600
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $123,800
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NCSD
  • Tax Lot: 120
  • School Tax: $1,745
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,750.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,400.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,100.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 43.00 x 92.10
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2265158
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: 32"+ wide Doors
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 1040 Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 14, 2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2104130

May 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2104130

$369,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/14/2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2104130

05/31/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2104130

$369,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1040 Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$2,864 ($239 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningNCSDCountyNEW CASTLEAPN08-007.40-120

Schools near 1040 Valley Road

This home is within Red Clay Consolidated School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
North Star Elementary School
PublicK to 5

duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public6 to 8

duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public9 to 12

First State School
Public1 to 11

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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