Welcome to your dream home in the highly desirable Auburn neighborhood of Hockessin! This stunning five-bedroom, three-bathroom property is nestled on a peaceful two-acre lot and offers a seamless blend of elegance and comfort. The open-concept layout features hardwood floors, connecting the living, dining, and kitchen areas, with the dining room boasting a charming wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a Viking stove and matching hood vent alongside professional-grade appliances. A cozy gas fireplace warms the living room, and the ground floor offers a convenient bedroom, bathroom, and office space. The serene outdoor space includes mature landscaping, a welcoming front porch, and a spacious back patio perfect for entertaining. Additional highlights include a finished basement, attached two-car garage, and a detached shed, all complemented by recent upgrades like a new roof (2021), HVAC-Heat Pumps (2023), and a backup hot water baseboard furnace (2018). Seller is updating the septic system (2024) Situated near parks, gardens, and shopping, this home combines tranquility and convenience—truly a must-see! Owner is a license real estate agent.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,825
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0800400008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 520
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Paved Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# 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
Appliances: Commercial Range, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Built-In Range
Door Features: Six Panel, Insulated, Sliding Glass
Extensive Hardscape, Chimney Cap(s), Gutter System, Play Equipment
Property Green Features
Energy Efficient: HVAC
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 205 x 425
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $40,100
Farm Information
Agricultural District: no
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,962
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,460.27
School Tax: $5,064.89
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $176,600
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $6,525.16
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Fiber Optic
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Multi Units, Programmable Thermostat, Attic Fan
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Heat Pump(s), Baseboard - Hot Water, Wood Burn Stove, Zoned
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Propane, Electric Available
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $250
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: BRANDYWINE SPRINGS SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: ALEXIS I. DUPONT
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Cross Street: AUBURN HILL
Directions: Old Wilmington rd to Meeting House rd. Continue straight and meeting House rd becomes Lee Rd for two blocks. Make right onto Morris rd. Its the first house on the right.
Location Type: Suburban
Road Responsibility: HOA
Road Frontage Length: 205
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,825
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0800400008
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brandywine Springs School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
5/10
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
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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26
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37
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66
46
55
38
41
27
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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
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$761,000 – $921,000
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