500 Defoe Rd

Hockessin, DE 19707

$440,000
Price
4
Beds
2,225 Sq. Ft.
$198 / Sq. Ft.
2,225
Sq. Ft.
$198
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to Hickory Hills — one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the Village of Hockessin. This charming home sits on a beautiful corner lot and offers timeless character, classic design, and an unbeatable walkable location. Inside, you'll find features buyers love, including wood floors, spacious living areas, and a stunning four-season sunroom filled with natural light. With its walls of windows, the sunroom perfectly blends indoor comfort with an outdoor feel, making it one of the most special...Welcome to Hickory Hills — one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the Village of Hockessin. This charming home sits on a beautiful corner lot and offers timeless character, classic design, and an unbeatable walkable location. Inside, you'll find features buyers love, including wood floors, spacious living areas, and a stunning four-season sunroom filled with natural light. With its walls of windows, the sunroom perfectly blends indoor comfort with an outdoor feel, making it one of the most special spaces in the home. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved by the original owners, this home reflects pride of ownership throughout and is ready for its next chapter. A new natural gas HVAC system installed in 2025 adds peace of mind for the future homeowner. Located just a short walk to Hockessin’s restaurants, shops, library, churches, Swift Park, walking trails, and athletic fields, the lifestyle this location offers is hard to beat. Homes in Hickory Hills rarely become available — especially at this price point. This is a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to personalize a solid, well-maintained home in a highly sought-after community. Don’t miss your chance to see this special property.
  1. Listed by Robert Teeven • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (302)-218-5171 bob.teeven@lnf.com

Property Details for 500 Defoe Road

Tax ID Number
08-012.20-097
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/26/2026 03:25 PM

Property Details for 500 Defoe Road

StatusActive
MLS #DENC2099198
Days on Market5
Taxes$2,592 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1968
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
CountyNew Castle County
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Building Information for 500 Defoe Road

Stories2Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

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Property Information for 500 Defoe 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: $285,900
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $451
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $370,800
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $88,100
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NC10
  • Tax Lot: 097
  • School Tax: $2,058
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,225.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 98.20 x 128.90
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2266447
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
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 500 Defoe Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2099198

$440,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DENC2099198

$440,000

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Public Records for 500 Defoe Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,500Additions$60,600Total$76,100
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,225 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,225 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968ZoningNC10CountyNEW CASTLEAPN08-012.20-097Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 500 Defoe 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 500 Defoe Road, Hockessin, DE 19707

500 Defoe Road is a single family home for sale in Hockessin, DE 19707. This property was listed for sale on March 25, 2026 by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $440,000. 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. 500 Defoe Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,225 sqft single family home built in 1968.

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