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Off Market Jul 2025 for $715K

$738,799

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,278/mo

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3,444

sq ft

5961 Limestone Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707

About this home

Welcome to 5961 Limestone Road – a charmingly preserved and tastefully updated farmhouse dating back to the 1800s, nestled on a generous one-acre lot. This rare gem effortlessly blends timeless historic charm with modern-day comfort and is truly move-in ready. As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming foyer with hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. To your left, a formal living room offers a cozy and elegant retreat, while to your right, a spacious and inviting dining room leads into a fully renovated kitchen adorned with sleek cabinetry, contemporary fixtures, and stylish finishes. At the rear of the home, a generously sized main-level bedroom features convenient access to a full bathroom, a bright laundry area, and a walkout to the private concrete patio—ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend entertaining. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and two tastefully updated full bathrooms provide ample space for family and guests alike. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car attached garage, an expansive driveway with plenty of parking, and a host of recent improvements: brand-new windows throughout, modernized bathrooms, a new roof and owned solar panels for enhanced energy efficiency. This home is also connected to public water and sewer, offering added convenience and peace of mind. Photos will be published Wed, May 28th. Don’t miss this opportunity, showings begin Friday, May 30th! We will be hosting an open house on Saturday, May 31st from 12-2pm.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

1.06 acresLot Size

$215Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by John Lyons • Crown Homes Real Estate

•302-504-6147 (broker)

Bought with Angela Allen • Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin

•302-239-3000 (broker)

•ssedita@psre.com (broker)

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC2074756

Redfin Estimate

$738,799

$24K since sold in July 2025$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 15.7% higher than the average sale price ($638K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$585,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,744 sq ft
3757 Mill Creek Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$545,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,475 sq ft
222 N Star Rd, Newark, DE 19711
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$635,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,950 sq ft
24 Haileys Trl, Newark, DE 19711
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$660,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,197 sq ft
202 Cain Rue, Newark, DE 19711
SOLD DEC 16, 2025
$700,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,875 sq ft
21 Jarrell Farms Dr, Newark, DE 19711
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$705,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,750 sq ft
1 Ice Pond Trl, Hockessin, DE 19707

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Market trends in 19707, DE

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$654K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 2 HRS AGO
$799,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,050 sq ft
407 Valley Brook Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 571-8855
COMING SOON
$549,900
4 beds3 baths2,775 sq ft
10 Cinnamon Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 351-5000
$350,000
2 beds2 baths2,075 sq ft
614-UNIT Loveville Rd Unit E04A, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 999-9999
COMING SOON
$499,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,575 sq ft
7 Forest Creek Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 798-1000
$555,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,500 sq ft
14 Ridgewood Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 351-5000
COMING SOON
$559,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,850 sq ft
7 Ridon Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 202-9855
$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
$499,999
3 beds2.5 baths1,725 sq ft
28 Eynon Ct, Hockessin, DE 19707
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This is a Charming home with many rooms plenty of living space needs some repairs
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Sale history for 5961 Limestone Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2074756

Jul 2, 2025

Sold

$715,000

$208/sq ft

May 31, 2025

Contingent

—

May 30, 2025

Listed

$699,000

$203/sq ft

May 22, 2025

Coming Soon

$699,000

$203/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DENC2023762

Feb 10, 2023

Sold

$420,000

$122/sq ft

Jan 7, 2023

Contingent

—

Dec 3, 2022

Price Changed

$440,000

$128/sq ft

Dec 3, 2022

Relisted

—

Oct 24, 2022

Contingent

—

Aug 8, 2022

Price Changed

$479,000

$139/sq ft

Jun 3, 2022

Listed

$510,000

$148/sq ft

+20

Back on the market at NO FAULT to the Seller! Now listed below recently appraised value. This original farmhouse situated on an acre is a RARE find in Hockessin. Built in the 1800's, this home is loaded with charm and ready for its new owner to come make it their own. As you open the front door, you enter into the foyer and you’ll notice hardwood floors throughout. To the left is the formal living room, to the right is the dining room that flows into the kitchen that is generous in size. A large family room is also located on the main level with another outside entrance to a concrete patio with an ample amount of space for entertaining. Completing the main level is a powder room and a conveniently located laundry room. The upstairs offers 3 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. There is also an attached 2 car garage with plenty of more space for parking in the driveway.

Public Records

Dec 1, 1989

Sold

$300,000

$87/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,496 (+9.3%)

$175,000 + $431,400

$606,400

2024

$5,030 (+12.8%)

$175,000 + $431,400

$606,400

2023

$4,461 (+11.9%)

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2022

$3,986 (+1.1%)

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2021

$3,944

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2020

$3,946 (+0.2%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2019

$3,939 (+1.8%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2018

$3,870 (+1.3%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2017

$3,819 (+8.7%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2016

$3,513 (+7.4%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2015

$3,271 (+8.9%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2014

$3,003 (+2.1%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2013

$2,940 (+4.6%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2012

$2,810

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

Tax history for 5961 Limestone Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,496 (+9.3%)

$175,000 + $431,400

$606,400

2024

$5,030 (+12.8%)

$175,000 + $431,400

$606,400

2023

$4,461 (+11.9%)

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2022

$3,986 (+1.1%)

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2021

$3,944

$28,900 + $102,400

$131,300

2020

$3,946 (+0.2%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2019

$3,939 (+1.8%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2018

$3,870 (+1.3%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2017

$3,819 (+8.7%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2016

$3,513 (+7.4%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2015

$3,271 (+8.9%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2014

$3,003 (+2.1%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2013

$2,940 (+4.6%)

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

2012

$2,810

$28,900 + $98,400

$127,300

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

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.06 Acres

Year renovated

1981

Sq. Ft.

2,925

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Castle County

APN

0802420087

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
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

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 (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Garage Access, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $102,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $28,900

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,444
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

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

Financial

Tax Information
County Tax: $1,057
School Tax: $3,518
Tax Assessed Value: $131,300
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $4,576

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $288
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Going north on Limestone Rd turn right onto Village Dr, driveway entrance on the right.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,925
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1981
County: New Castle County
APN: 0802420087

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Linden Hill Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

Skyline Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

1/10

McKean (Thomas) High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being 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

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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

$702,000 – $850,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Eagle Point Cir, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2425 Sq. Ft.	$577,327
1 Eagle Point Cir, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2325 Sq. Ft.	$522,980

Address	Redfin Estimate
3 Quail Hollow Dr, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$435,747
3 Eagle Point Cir, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2425 Sq. Ft.	$548,730

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Haileys Trl, Newark, DE 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2775 Sq. Ft.	$646,772
6 Farmhouse Cir, Hockessin, DE 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2025 Sq. Ft.	$556,299

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