Welcome to this beautiful, well-maintained, Georgian Colonial home located in the Bella Vista community in Hockessin. This home sits on a large lot, backing to open space which happens to be nicely wooded and private. As you enter into the 2-story foyer, you will see the dining room to the right and the living room to the left. Have you ever had a motorized chandelier before? Well you do now. Down the hall is the large kitchen which includes an island, marble counter tops, a pantry and plenty of cabinet space. The family room is plenty big for lots of entertaining and has two sliding doors leading to the deck. A 1st floor laundry and powder room are right down the hall. The room to the left of the kitchen, I have as the 4th bedroom. This has been used for parents and guests in the past and is now being used as an office. The main attraction on the main level is the stunning sun room overlooking the peaceful back area. There are windows floor to ceiling and double French doors leading to the large deck. Great for entertaining or enjoying a cup of coffee while watching nature. The upper level has a large primary bedroom with 2 closets and an en-suite that includes both a Jacuzzi tub and walk in shower. 2 other large bedrooms and a nice hall bath complete the 2nd floor. The walkout basement is large, dry and waiting for you to make it your own. The 2 car garage is turned and there is a circular driveway which gives you plenty of parking for visitors. Bella Vista is close to everything but yet you can enjoy the peace and quiet of your own home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.63 acresLot Size
$203Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karen Burke• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Beautiful, well maintained, must see, Georgian Colonial on a large private wooded lot. Enter into an impressive two story foyer with a curved staircase, Angelique Teak floors and a motorized three tiered chandelier. Also included on the first floor is a stunning sun room with nine floor to ceiling Anderson Palladian windows with French doors leading onto a deck. The large kitchen has an island and marble counter tops. There is a formal dining room, step down living room and a family room with a twelve foot coffered ceiling and a built in bar area. The master bedroom has two closets, a marble bathroom with a large Jacuzzi tub and walk in shower. Two other bedrooms and a newly renovated guest bath, complete the second story. The home is equipped with a three zoned, programmable heating/air conditioning system, gas fireplace and large walk out basement.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1987
Sold
$225,503
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,754 (+4.1%)
$130,300 + $504,500
$634,800
2024
$5,529 (+12.8%)
$130,300 + $504,500
$634,800
2023
$4,903 (−0.5%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2022
$4,930 (+0.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2021
$4,924
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2020
$4,926 (+0.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2019
$4,919 (+1.6%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2018
$4,840 (+1.2%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2017
$4,783 (+5.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2016
$4,549 (+6.4%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2015
$4,275 (+7.7%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2014
$3,971 (+1.8%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2013
$3,900 (+3.9%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2012
$3,752
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
Tax history for 18 Raphael Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,754 (+4.1%)
$130,300 + $504,500
$634,800
2024
$5,529 (+12.8%)
$130,300 + $504,500
$634,800
2023
$4,903 (−0.5%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2022
$4,930 (+0.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2021
$4,924
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2020
$4,926 (+0.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2019
$4,919 (+1.6%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2018
$4,840 (+1.2%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2017
$4,783 (+5.1%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2016
$4,549 (+6.4%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2015
$4,275 (+7.7%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2014
$3,971 (+1.8%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2013
$3,900 (+3.9%)
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
2012
$3,752
$24,600 + $119,700
$144,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
125 ft.
Lot depth
220 ft.
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,025
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0801920025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 10
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 8
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Drainage System, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1773
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Street Lights
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,375
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1,773
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $144,300
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $4,759
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Graves Road
Directions: Graves Rd. Turn into Bella Vista. House half way down on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,025
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0801920025
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Linden Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
10/10
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
McKean (Thomas) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
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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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46
55
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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
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Estimated sale price
$651,000 – $788,000
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