Welcome to 1018 Valley Road, nestled in the heart of downtown Hockessin! This quaint and adorable farm house has been lovingly maintained by it's current owners and is ready for someone new to make it their own! The main level offers a large front porch, living room, dining room & kitchen. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms and the updated full bathroom. There is also a fully floored attic space that has loads of potential! The real WOW factor of this property exists in the location and the land. The backyard of this house is truly something to be seen, it's Hockessin's best kept secret! Located just steps from everything that the town has to offer, including parks, shops, trails & more! Schedule your tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Brian Hadley• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Listed by Nicole Flora• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Victoria Dickinson• Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Charming colonial in the heart of Hockessin!! This delightful move-in ready home is steps away from the Hockessin Library, ball fields, and walking distance to shops in the center of town~~~assuming you ever want to leave the picturesque back yard and rear patio. First floor includes a completely re-done kitchen, new floors and paint throughout, new light fixtures, and an enclosed all season room. Upper level includes a master bedroom with new paint and a wall mounted Sony TV (incl. ), a second bedroom that could also be an office (FIOS wired), a completely re-done bath with a gorgeous ceramic tile shower, and a walk up attic that provides abundant storage space, or can be further finished. Home also has custom blinds (incl. ), newer windows, doors, and appliances (incl. ), and a gas line run from the street to allow for converting to natural gas. Ample parking in the rear and easy access to major routes. Seller-purchased 1-yr Home Warranty included. This affordable home in desirable Hockessin is a must see!!
BRIGHT MLS #1009161154
Jan 11, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2010
Listed
$198,000
$233/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009031604
Jul 29, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 2010
Listed
$235,000
$276/sq ft
Public Records
May 5, 2006
Sold
$179,000
$211/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC116828
Mar 28, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2006
Listed
$179,000
$211/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC345994
Jan 20, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2005
Listed
$190,000
$224/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,107 (+36.7%)
$123,800 + $116,300
$240,100
2024
$1,541 (+13.4%)
$123,800 + $116,300
$240,100
2023
$1,359 (−1.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2022
$1,375
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2021
$1,375 (−0.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2020
$1,380 (+0.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2019
$1,378 (+2.0%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2018
$1,350 (+1.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2017
$1,334 (+4.8%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2016
$1,273 (+6.7%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2015
$1,193 (+8.1%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2014
$1,104 (+1.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2013
$1,090 (+4.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2012
$1,045
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
Tax history for 1018 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,107 (+36.7%)
$123,800 + $116,300
$240,100
2024
$1,541 (+13.4%)
$123,800 + $116,300
$240,100
2023
$1,359 (−1.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2022
$1,375
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2021
$1,375 (−0.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2020
$1,380 (+0.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2019
$1,378 (+2.0%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2018
$1,350 (+1.2%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2017
$1,334 (+4.8%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2016
$1,273 (+6.7%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2015
$1,193 (+8.1%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2014
$1,104 (+1.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2013
$1,090 (+4.3%)
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
2012
$1,045
$11,000 + $30,700
$41,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
97 ft.
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
850
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0800740111
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Tile/Brick, Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Asbestos, Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Sidewalks
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 850
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $41,700
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $1,380
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: NORTH STAR
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Lancaster Pike North to Valley Road. Left onto Valley Road. #1018 on Right. * * Pull into driveway @1010 Valley Road and pull all the way around (last house) to #1018 - Main entrance is in back of home * *
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 850
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0800740111
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Star Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hockessin, DE • 19707
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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76
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66
46
55
38
41
27
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$287,000 – $347,000
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