* * * OFFER DEADLINE - FRIDAY 3/27 @ 8PM * * * Multiple Offers received * * * Don’t miss this 4-bedroom, 3-bath hillside ranch on a half-acre lot in the heart of Hockessin, within walking distance to the library, parks, sports fields, shops, and restaurants. Lovingly maintained by long-time owners, this light-filled home features hardwood floors through most of the main level, a spacious living room with a large picture window, and a generously sized dining room off the kitchen with sliders leading to a wrap-around deck—perfect for entertaining. The main level offers three bedrooms, including a primary suite with full bath and walk-in closet, plus a full hall bath. The lower level includes a large 24x15 family room with a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace and sliders to a concrete patio, a fourth bedroom, and an additional full bath with access from both the bedroom and family room. Major updates include gas heat and central air (2020) and a roof (2016), plus an oversized two-car garage with two brand-new doors and a large utility/laundry room with storage and workspace. With higher recent sales in the neighborhood, this home presents a great opportunity to update and build equity—schedule your appointment today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.53 acresLot Size
$236Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael McCullough• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-351-5000 (broker)
•maggie@lnf.com (broker)
Bought with Brett Jones• Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
•302-429-4500 (broker)
•jfuentes@psre.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2099322
Redfin Estimate
$613,682
$88K since sold in August 2026$25K since October
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This home's estimate is 7.2% higher than the average sale price ($572K) of 6 comparable homes.
* * * OFFER DEADLINE - FRIDAY 3/27 @ 8PM * * * Multiple Offers received * * * Don’t miss this 4-bedroom, 3-bath hillside ranch on a half-acre lot in the heart of Hockessin, within walking distance to the library, parks, sports fields, shops, and restaurants. Lovingly maintained by long-time owners, this light-filled home features hardwood floors through most of the main level, a spacious living room with a large picture window, and a generously sized dining room off the kitchen with sliders leading to a wrap-around deck—perfect for entertaining. The main level offers three bedrooms, including a primary suite with full bath and walk-in closet, plus a full hall bath. The lower level includes a large 24x15 family room with a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace and sliders to a concrete patio, a fourth bedroom, and an additional full bath with access from both the bedroom and family room. Major updates include gas heat and central air (2020) and a roof (2016), plus an oversized two-car garage with two brand-new doors and a large utility/laundry room with storage and workspace. With higher recent sales in the neighborhood, this home presents a great opportunity to update and build equity—schedule your appointment today!
Public Records
Jan 1, 1976
Sold
$57,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,321 (−11.4%)
$118,800 + $316,600
$435,400
2024
$3,749 (+15.4%)
$118,800 + $316,600
$435,400
2023
$3,248 (−1.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2022
$3,293 (−2.9%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2021
$3,393 (−0.2%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2019
$3,399 (+2.3%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2018
$3,324 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2017
$3,278 (+8.8%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2016
$3,012 (+7.9%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2015
$2,791 (+11.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2013
$2,506 (−13.1%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2012
$2,883
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
Tax history for 509 Holly Knoll Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,321 (−11.4%)
$118,800 + $316,600
$435,400
2024
$3,749 (+15.4%)
$118,800 + $316,600
$435,400
2023
$3,248 (−1.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2022
$3,293 (−2.9%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2021
$3,393 (−0.2%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2019
$3,399 (+2.3%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2018
$3,324 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2017
$3,278 (+8.8%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2016
$3,012 (+7.9%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2015
$2,791 (+11.4%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2013
$2,506 (−13.1%)
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
2012
$2,883
$24,100 + $90,900
$115,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 11
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Raised Ranch
Exterior Wall: Asbestos
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: HOLLY KNOLL
Living Sq. Ft: 2,600
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,740
Building Sq. Ft: 2,600
# of Stories: 1
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Basement Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Basement
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 23,087
Legal Lot Number: 2
School Tax District: RED CLAY
Municipality Name: MILL CREEK HUNDRED
Acres: 0.53
Depth Footage: 260.3
Front Footage: 100
Zoning Code: NC21
County Use Description: 1 FAM RES - PLATTED
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: MILL CREEK HUNDRED
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,600
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0800740023
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 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 • 1.0mi
8/10
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Hockessin. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$583,000 – $706,000
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