Nice Cape in Hockessin. Not much to do but move in. Bigger than it looks from the front because of rear dormer and 2 story addition. Features include updated kitchen with 42" cabinets and granite counters with adjoining optional Breakfast Room/office or den, and a spacious 19' x 15' 1st floor family room. There are refinished oak hardwood floors on the main level and refinished pine floors on the 2nd level. The family room has new wall to wall carpeting and is flanked by decks on each side (one covered). There are double pane, vinyl, tilt-in replacement windows throughout and a high efficiency hybrid heating system. The master bedroom has a new master bathroom and a walk-in closet. There is a small patio off of the kitchen that connects to one of the side decks and the outside basement stairs. There is also new carpeting in the 20' x 15' rear bedroom and a laundry hookup on the upper level. The basement has a high ceiling and potential for additional finished living space. Low maintenance stucco and vinyl exterior. The lot is approx. 250' deep with room to add a garage. Owner is a licensed real estate broker in the States of DE and PA. Buyer is aware and acknowledges that seller intends to perform an IRC Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Andrew Brockson• RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
Rare opportunity in the heart of Hockessin. Home has 3 Bedrooms on the second floor, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Office and Family Room all located on the main level. This home features original hardwood floors throughout most of the home and a covered patio located off the Family Room and deck off the rear of the home. Recent updates include roof (2008), well (2012), septic system (2012) and driveway (2012). This home is on a . 37 acre lot with another acre Parcel #08-004.00-051 that is included with the sale so total of 1.37 acre lot. Many will see the potential in revitalizing the house into your dream home. Being SOLD "As Is" condition. Home is within walking distance to nearby HB Middle School, close to Auburn Heights Preserve and has the great convenience of shopping and restaurants in popular Hockessin. This home is a must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,288 (+83.9%)
$123,800 + $364,900
$488,700
2024
$2,331 (+13.4%)
$123,800 + $364,900
$488,700
2023
$2,057 (−1.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2022
$2,081
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2021
$2,081 (−0.3%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2020
$2,088 (+0.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2019
$2,085 (+11.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2018
$1,875 (+1.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2017
$1,852 (+4.7%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2016
$1,768 (+6.7%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2015
$1,657 (+8.1%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2014
$1,533 (+1.3%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2013
$1,514 (+4.3%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2012
$1,452
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
Tax history for 852 Benge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,288 (+83.9%)
$123,800 + $364,900
$488,700
2024
$2,331 (+13.4%)
$123,800 + $364,900
$488,700
2023
$2,057 (−1.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2022
$2,081
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2021
$2,081 (−0.3%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2020
$2,088 (+0.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2019
$2,085 (+11.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2018
$1,875 (+1.2%)
$7,400 + $55,700
$63,100
2017
$1,852 (+4.7%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2016
$1,768 (+6.7%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2015
$1,657 (+8.1%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2014
$1,533 (+1.3%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2013
$1,514 (+4.3%)
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
2012
$1,452
$7,400 + $50,500
$57,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
250 ft.
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,100
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0800400050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 2
Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, CeilngFan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Water Treat System, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Hookup, Upper Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $55,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights
Property Green Features
Energy Efficient: HVAC
Remarks: High Efficiency 2.5 Ton, 15 SEER mSplit Heat Pump with back up 88,000 output BTU 95% warm air propane heater with digital programable thermostat and outdoor sensor. Insulated main supply and return ducts. 3 120G LP gas tanks are owned, not leased.
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 65.00 x 250.00
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $7,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,100
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
County Tax: $520
School Tax: $1,564
Tax Assessed Value: $63,100
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Annual Amount: $2,085
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2019
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Circuit Breakers
Forced Air, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV Available, Phone Available, Propane
Water Source: Filter, Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
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: Meeting House Rd
Directions: Old Wilmington Rd onto Meeting House Rd. , right on Benge Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,100
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0800400050
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brandywine Springs School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
5/10
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
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Estimated sale price
$489,000 – $592,000
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