1439 Old Wilmington Rd

Hockessin, DE 19707

$845,000
Price
3
Beds
3,475 Sq. Ft.
$243 / Sq. Ft.
3,475
Sq. Ft.
$243
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Rich in history and thoughtfully reimagined, this beautifully renovated Hockessin property offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. The front living and dining rooms showcase the home’s historic charm, preserving original details while incorporating updated systems for today’s lifestyle. A meticulously designed rear addition introduces a spectacular chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural...Rich in history and thoughtfully reimagined, this beautifully renovated Hockessin property offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. The front living and dining rooms showcase the home’s historic charm, preserving original details while incorporating updated systems for today’s lifestyle. A meticulously designed rear addition introduces a spectacular chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Open to the family room, this inviting area offers heated floors and serene garden views—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A nearby home office and powder room provide flexibility and could easily be converted into a first-floor bedroom suite. Second and third floors feature three spacious en-suite bedrooms, each appointed with radiant floor heating, elegant stone and ceramic baths—delivering both comfort and modern luxury. Outdoor amenities further elevate the property, including generous living space, a two-car garage, a raised-bed vegetable garden with custom fencing and built-in benches, and accessory buildings. Seamlessly blending historic integrity with contemporary updates, this exceptional home honors its past while embracing a fresh, sophisticated future.
  1. Listed by Victoria A Dickinson • Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
    P: (302)-463-4720 vdickinson@psre.com

Property Details for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

Tax ID Number
08-008.10-042
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/15/2026 09:40 AM

Property Details for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

StatusActive
MLS #DENC2100626
Days on Market8
Taxes$7,121 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1817
Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,787 SF
CountyNew Castle County
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Building Information for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

Stories3Year Built1817Building Size-Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,787 SF

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Property Information for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
  • School District County ID: 300200396545
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: COOKE (NEW CASTLE DE)
  • 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: $811,300
  • Zoning: NC40
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,475.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
  • Total SQFT: 3,475.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal, Shake, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8047/5600/9648/804756009648_512_384_WM_rZO5s859gFEmbnMs.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Land Lease: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100626

$845,000—
Jan 9, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC101448

$636,212—
Dec 5, 2019

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC101448

$675,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/15/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2100626

$845,000
01/09/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC101448

$636,212
12/05/2019

Price Change

BRIGHT #DENC101448

$675,000

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Public Records for 1439 Old Wilmington Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$7,119 ($593 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,475 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,475 SqFtStories2Lot Size48,787 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1875Year Renovated2010ZoningNC40CountyNEW CASTLEAPN08-008.10-042Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1439 Old Wilmington Road

This home is within Red Clay Consolidated School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
First State School
Public - 1 to 11
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public - 9 to 12
Conrad Schools of Science
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
First State School
Public1 to 11

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

duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public9 to 12

Conrad Schools of Science
Public6 to 12

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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More information about 1439 Old Wilmington Road, Hockessin, DE 19707

1439 Old Wilmington Road is a single family home for sale in Hockessin, DE 19707. This property was listed for sale on April 15, 2026 by Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville, it's currently listed at $845,000. It has been on the market for a total of 8 days and was last sold on January 9, 2020. This listing's school district is Red Clay Consolidated School District. Nearby schools include First State School, duPont (H.B.) Middle School and duPont (Alexis I.) High School. 1439 Old Wilmington Road is a 3-bed, 5-bath, 3,475 sqft single family home built in 1817.

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