Welcome home to this well maintained and recently updated 4 bedroom 2.5 bath colonial in the heart of Hockessin. Some of the recent updates include, energy efficient double pane windows, updated heat pump/AC with oil backup, and an energy efficient sliding glass door which leads to a large fenced private back yard perfect for entertaining. Some of the other updates include newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, new carpet, granite counters in the kitchen with a new stainless steel dishwasher. A new hot water heater and garage door top off the list to all the care and attention this home has received over the years. All this and more within walking distance to the village of Hockessin where you'll enjoy 4th of July parades, fireworks and spending time with your family.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$290Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Nick Johnson• BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
•302-999-9999 (broker)
•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Michele Endrich• BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
•302-999-9999 (broker)
•gail.renulfi@foxroach.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #1000066394
Redfin Estimate
$515,012
$210K since sold in February 2018$9,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 10.5% higher than the average sale price ($466K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome home to this well maintained and recently updated 4 bedroom 2.5 bath colonial in the heart of Hockessin. Some of the recent updates include, energy efficient double pane windows, updated heat pump/AC with oil backup, and an energy efficient sliding glass door which leads to a large fenced private back yard perfect for entertaining. Some of the other updates include newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, new carpet, granite counters in the kitchen with a new stainless steel dishwasher. A new hot water heater and garage door top off the list to all the care and attention this home has received over the years. All this and more within walking distance to the village of Hockessin where you'll enjoy 4th of July parades, fireworks and spending time with your family.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,190 (+54.9%)
$88,700 + $373,600
$462,300
2024
$2,705 (+12.8%)
$88,700 + $373,600
$462,300
2023
$2,399 (−0.5%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2022
$2,412 (+0.1%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2021
$2,409
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2020
$2,410 (+0.1%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2019
$2,407 (+1.6%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2018
$2,368 (+1.2%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2017
$2,340 (+5.2%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2016
$2,225 (+39.8%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2015
$1,591 (+10.3%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2014
$1,443 (+2.5%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2013
$1,408 (−23.3%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2012
$1,836
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
Tax history for 516 Defoe Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,190 (+54.9%)
$88,700 + $373,600
$462,300
2024
$2,705 (+12.8%)
$88,700 + $373,600
$462,300
2023
$2,399 (−0.5%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2022
$2,412 (+0.1%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2021
$2,409
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2020
$2,410 (+0.1%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2019
$2,407 (+1.6%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2018
$2,368 (+1.2%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2017
$2,340 (+5.2%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2016
$2,225 (+39.8%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2015
$1,591 (+10.3%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2014
$1,443 (+2.5%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2013
$1,408 (−23.3%)
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
2012
$1,836
$15,500 + $55,100
$70,600
*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 Type: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 10
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: Colonial
Exterior Wall: Asbestos
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: HICKORY HILL
Living Sq. Ft: 1,775
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 912
Building Sq. Ft: 1,775
# of Stories: 2
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 13,504
Legal Lot Number: 134
Legal Block Number: 3-F
School Tax District: RED CLAY
Municipality Name: MILL CREEK HUNDRED
Acres: 0.31
Depth Footage: 139.8
Front Footage: 80.5
Zoning Code: NC10
County Use Description: 1 FAM RES - PLATTED
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: MILL CREEK HUNDRED
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,775
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0801310037
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 • 4.8mi
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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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
$490,000 – $593,000
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