Sold for $530,000
$530,000
870 Old Public Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
4beds
2,850sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
1.87 Acres Lot
$548,000 Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$3,439 Estimated rent
Home value
$548,000
$493,000 - $608,000
$3,439/mo
Zestimate® history
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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.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2025 at 06:00pm
Listed by:
Mr. Earl Endrich 610-496-3838,
BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin,
Listing Team: Team Endrich
Bought with:
Lisa Michels, RS-0025497
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2079100
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 1224
Heating
- Heat Pump, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Finished,Full,Garage Access,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,850
- Total interior livable area: 2,850 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,626
- Finished area below ground: 1,224
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Built In, Basement, Asphalt, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 1.87 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, Front Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08004.00072
- Zoning: NC40
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle,Pitched,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hockessin
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2025 | Sold | $530,000+8.2%$186/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Pending sale | $489,900$172/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Contingent | $489,900$172/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $489,900$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $545,500 +323.9% |
| 2024 | $4,755 +13.4% | $128,700 |
| 2023 | $4,195 -1.2% | $128,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Brandywine Springs SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
- 8/10duPont (H.B.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cooke
- Middle: Dupont H
- High: Dupont
- District: Red Clay Consolidated
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value$548,000
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Estimated market value
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