OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2019 for $321K

$489,616

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,203/mo

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2.5 ba

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2,374

sq ft

513 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707

About this home

Welcome home! Do not miss the opportunity to become the next proud owner of this well maintained home in popular Hickory Hill. Upon entering this 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home you are immediately greeted with gleaming hardwood floors. The large living room is filled with natural sunlight from the sliding doors which lead to a private front deck. The dining room complete with a chair rail is perfect for both casual and formal dining. Off the dining room step down into the bright and cozy sunroom with title flooring. The kitchen boasts tile flooring, stainless steel appliances and a large pantry. Rounding out the main level is the master bedroom with a beautifully updated master bath, 2 other bedrooms and an additional full bathroom. The lower level is home to a large family room with a wood burning fireplace, the 4th bedroom, laundry area and a half bath. This home will not disappoint.

Single-familyProperty Type

1968Year Built

10,019 sq ftLot Size

$206Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Cathy Truver • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

Listed by Mike Porro • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

•302-351-5000 (broker)

•maggie@lnf.com (broker)

Bought with Karen Ventresca • RE/MAX Point Realty

•302-426-2211 (broker)

•tom@ricciorealestate.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC486448

Redfin Estimate

$489,616

$168K since sold in October 2019$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 0.1% higher than the average sale price ($489K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$505,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,080 sq ft
521 Hemingway Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$440,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,225 sq ft
500 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$445,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,000 sq ft
504 Hemingway Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD OCT 17, 2025
$435,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,000 sq ft
520 Erickson Ave, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$640,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
721 Ciderbrook Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD JAN 16, 2026
$470,500
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,325 sq ft
800 Partridge Ct, Hockessin, DE 19707

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Market trends in 19707, DE

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.3%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$660K

$19K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

4 days MoM

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New listings for sale

OPEN TODAY, 12PM TO 2PM
$500,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,100 sq ft
513 Beech Tree Ln, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 429-4500
$625,000
3 beds2.5 baths3,400 sq ft
1 Pimlico Ct, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 234-2500
$899,900
4 beds3.5 baths4,400 sq ft
19 Withers Way, Hockessin, DE 19707
(855) 687-2765
COMING SOON
$350,000
2 beds2 baths2,075 sq ft
614-UNIT Loveville Rd Unit E04A, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 999-9999
$499,999
3 beds2.5 baths1,725 sq ft
28 Eynon Ct, Hockessin, DE 19707
(516) 519-8049
EARLY ACCESS
$395,000
3 beds2 baths1,250 sq ft
335 Lower Snuff Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
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Sale history for 513 Defoe Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Oct 25, 2019

Sold

$257,200

$108/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC486448

Oct 24, 2019

Sold

$321,500

$135/sq ft

Sep 12, 2019

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2019

Listed

$315,000

$133/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1000446675

Sep 28, 2017

Sold

$305,000

$128/sq ft

+17

Spectacular home in Hockessin! Step inside this beautiful home and you will appreciate how well it has been meticulously maintained. The gleaming hardwood floors shine throughout the main floor. There is a very open feel to the overall floor plan with the large living room flowing into the dining room. In the living room there are sliding glass doors to a front deck. The eat-in kitchen has updated stainless appliances, a new light fixture and a full pantry. The dining room has a new chandelier and sliding doors to a large Sunroom off the back of the home. The owner's bedroom has its own private, updated bath. The other two bathrooms in the home have been updated as well. Two more good sized bedrooms complete the main floor and a fourth bedroom is on the lower level. Need a place to get away? A cozy family room with fireplace is on the lower level and the laundry room is located nearby. There is a 2 car oversized garage and plenty of room for storage in the attic with easy access using new pull down stairs. Newer Pella windows and slider doors, newer Trane heater, and a newer hot water heater all make this home move-in ready. A great backyard is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Walk to the park in the community or enjoy leisure time at nearby Swift Park or the Hockessin Library. Located in Red Clay School District, this home feeds to the new Cooke Elementary School. The homeowners are also offering a One Year Home Warranty for the Buyers added peace of mind. Truly a gem to see.

TREND #7022825

Sep 28, 2017

Sold

$305,000

$128/sq ft

Jul 24, 2017

Pending

—

Jul 20, 2017

Listed

$299,000

$126/sq ft

+17

TREND #5907923

Sep 3, 2011

Sold

$235,000

$99/sq ft

Jun 23, 2011

Listed

$244,900

$103/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004435650

Sep 3, 2011

Sold

$235,000

$99/sq ft

Jul 6, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Jun 23, 2011

Listed

$244,900

$103/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1008900064

Jun 22, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Oct 8, 2010

Listed

$254,900

$107/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 14, 1992

Sold

$142,900

$60/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,495 (+24.5%)

$86,100 + $299,500

$385,600

2024

$2,808 (+12.8%)

$86,100 + $299,500

$385,600

2023

$2,490 (−0.5%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2022

$2,504 (+0.1%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2021

$2,501

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2020

$2,502 (+0.1%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2019

$2,499 (+1.6%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2018

$2,459 (+1.2%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2017

$2,430 (+5.2%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2016

$2,310 (+6.4%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2015

$2,171 (+7.6%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2014

$2,017 (+1.8%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2013

$1,981 (+3.9%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2012

$1,906

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

Tax history for 513 Defoe Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,495 (+24.5%)

$86,100 + $299,500

$385,600

2024

$2,808 (+12.8%)

$86,100 + $299,500

$385,600

2023

$2,490 (−0.5%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2022

$2,504 (+0.1%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2021

$2,501

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2020

$2,502 (+0.1%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2019

$2,499 (+1.6%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2018

$2,459 (+1.2%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2017

$2,430 (+5.2%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2016

$2,310 (+6.4%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2015

$2,171 (+7.6%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2014

$2,017 (+1.8%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2013

$1,981 (+3.9%)

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

2012

$1,906

$15,000 + $58,300

$73,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

83 ft.

Lot depth

137 ft.

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,800

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0801310029

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: Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminated
Interior Features: Attic/House Fan, CeilngFan(s), Master Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Master Bathroom
Laundry Type: Lower Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 574
Improvement Assessed Value: $58,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 83.00 x 137.10
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $15,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,800
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 574
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $608
School Tax: $1,804
Tax Assessed Value: $73,300
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $2,412

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Other
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $50
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School: COOKE
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: 3rd Party

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: Cabot
Directions: Rt 41 North to a Left onto Old Lancaster Pike. Left onto Erickson (Hickory Hill). Left onto Cabot. Right onto Defoe.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0801310029

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Brandywine Springs School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi

5/10

duPont (H.B.) Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

8/10

duPont (Alexis I.) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi

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

7/10 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

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$466,000 – $564,000

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Home values near 513 Defoe Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
505 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$503,951
509 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$546,356

Address	Redfin Estimate
507 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2550 Sq. Ft.	$577,932
511 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2525 Sq. Ft.	$558,020

Address	Redfin Estimate
504 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$419,931
506 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1875 Sq. Ft.	$455,320

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