5961 Limestone Rd

Hockessin, DE 19707

$715,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,444 Sq. Ft.
$208 / Sq. Ft.
3,444
Sq. Ft.
$208
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/2/25
Closed 7/2/25
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Description

Welcome to 5961 Limestone Road – a charmingly preserved and tastefully updated farmhouse dating back to the 1800s, nestled on a generous one-acre lot. This rare gem effortlessly blends timeless historic charm with modern-day comfort and is truly move-in ready. As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming foyer with hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. To your left, a formal living room offers a cozy and elegant retreat, while to your right, a spacious and inviting...Welcome to 5961 Limestone Road – a charmingly preserved and tastefully updated farmhouse dating back to the 1800s, nestled on a generous one-acre lot. This rare gem effortlessly blends timeless historic charm with modern-day comfort and is truly move-in ready. As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming foyer with hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. To your left, a formal living room offers a cozy and elegant retreat, while to your right, a spacious and inviting dining room leads into a fully renovated kitchen adorned with sleek cabinetry, contemporary fixtures, and stylish finishes. At the rear of the home, a generously sized main-level bedroom features convenient access to a full bathroom, a bright laundry area, and a walkout to the private concrete patio—ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend entertaining. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and two tastefully updated full bathrooms provide ample space for family and guests alike. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car attached garage, an expansive driveway with plenty of parking, and a host of recent improvements: brand-new windows throughout, modernized bathrooms, a new roof and owned solar panels for enhanced energy efficiency. This home is also connected to public water and sewer, offering added convenience and peace of mind. Photos will be published Wed, May 28th. Don’t miss this opportunity, showings begin Friday, May 30th! We will be hosting an open house on Saturday, May 31st from 12-2pm.
  1. Listed by John N Lyons • Crown Homes Real Estate
    P: (302)-824-3246 john@thelyonsteamre.com

Property Details for 5961 Limestone Road

Tax ID Number
08-024.20-087
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/02/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5961 Limestone Road

StatusClosed
MLS #DENC2074756
Days on Market2
Taxes$4,576 / year
HOA Fees$288 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size1.06 AC / 46,174 SF
CountyNew Castle County
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Sold By Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

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Building Information for 5961 Limestone Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size1.06 AC / 46,174 SF

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Property Information for 5961 Limestone 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
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $131,300
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $1,057
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $102,400
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $28,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: NCPUD
  • Tax Lot: 087
  • School Tax: $3,518
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,444.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2271317
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • 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: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
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Property History for 5961 Limestone Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 2, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

$715,000—
May 31, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

—
May 31, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/02/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

$715,000
05/31/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

—
05/31/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DENC2074756

—

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

Public Records for 5961 Limestone Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$5,496 ($458 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,925 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,925 SqFtStories2Lot Size46,174 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1981ZoningNCPUDCountyNEW CASTLEAPN08-024.20-087Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5961 Limestone Road

This home is within Red Clay Consolidated School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary
Public - K to 5
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
McKean (Thomas) High School
Public - 9 to 12
Meadowood Program
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary
PublicK to 5

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

McKean (Thomas) High School
Public9 to 12

Meadowood Program
PublicK 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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