This home is a true hidden gem brimming with unique and custom features that are sure to impress you. Step in through the bright entryway and immediately fall in love with this home that was ahead of its time. This lovely home was custom built by the original owner for a family member. Open and airy with every room flowing into the next, you are sure to have found your dream home right here. Follow the gleaming hardwood floors, tall ceilings and decorative moldings and notice the grand family room with walls of windows that overlook the spectacular outdoor views. This room features a floor to ceiling stone fireplace that you will enjoy when entertaining friends and family or when just relaxing during cooler temperatures. The formal dining room and living rooms are located to either side of the entryway . The eat-in kitchen boasts a bright and cheerful breakfast room, center island with cook-top, newer double wall oven, pantry, Corian counter-tops, tile floor, recessed lighting and plenty of cabinet storage and counter space for you to put to good use. This room ideally accesses the private laundry room with a useful utility sink, additional storage closet and direct access to the oversized two-car garage. A complimentary feature of this main living level is the master bedroom suite that offers a generously sized walk-in closet and pampering bath, soaking tub and private water closet. The design of this bedroom on the first floor makes this a home that can enjoy for a lifetime. Continue to the upper level where you will find three very large bedrooms with ample closet storage. Two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom and the third upper level bathroom has its very own private bath making it possible to have an upper level master suite if that suits you best. There is more to love here as you continue to the lower level with so many rooms for you to use however you wish. There is even full bathroom here which offers even more options for utilizing this great space. Located in the desirable Red Clay School District on a private level acre lot with convenient ample parking, this home is a rare find in a highly desirable area. Recent new construction on the other side of Crossan Road is selling for prices starting at 800,00+. Updates include: Fresh paint, Propane tank removed and home converted to natural gas, Carpet has been replaced with hardwoods throughout most of the home, Well pump, 2-zone natural gas heat and central air conditioning, Double Electric Convection, Wall Oven with Easy Clean , Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher in kitchen, Hot water heater, Ventilation System - Downdraft System and Sump pump in the basement.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1 acresLot Size
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michele Vella• RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
Welcome to this southern colonial looking home with a wonderful brick front porch. Enter the grand foyer with the living room on the right and dining room on the left. Continue back to the 2 story family room with double sets of windows, a floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace, built in bookcases, hardwood floors and charm you can not find except in a owner built home. The eat in kitchen has 42" cherry cabinets, corian countertops, stainless steel built in refrigerator, and tile floor. All natural stained woodwork and 6 panel doors. There is a large first floor main bedroom w/ soaring coffered ceiling, 4 piece bath, walk in closet, and palladium window. Upstairs one bedroom w/ princess bath, 2 more bedrooms w/ a jack and jill bath between. The lower level has the 5th bedroom and another full bath, a 2nd family room, an exercise room and lots of storage, with tile and hardwood floors. 2 zone a/c, Anderson windows, marble, stainless steel, corian, tile, hardwood, brick, stone and tons of charm.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC192430
Nov 3, 2003
Sold
$440,000
Sep 16, 2003
Listing Removed
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Sep 3, 2003
Listed
$440,000
Beautiful Brick Front With Large Porch To Greet You. Amenities Include: Floor To Ceiling Raised Hearth Woodburning Fireplace With Heatilator. On Site Finished Hardwood Floors, Corian Counters, Anderson Sliding French Doors, 42 Raised Panel Cherry Cabinets, Insulated Basement And Ductwork, Real Six Panel Doors, 2 Zone A/C And Quarter Round Windows. Basement In Process Of Being Custom Finished. Bedroom, Bath And Pantry In Basement.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC216574
Oct 15, 2001
Sold
$335,000
Sep 6, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Aug 2, 2001
Listed
$335,000
BRIGHT MLS #DENC334108
Aug 1, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2001
Listed
$354,900
BRIGHT MLS #DENC404114
May 2, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2001
Listed
$364,900
BRIGHT MLS #DENC402294
May 2, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2001
Listed
$369,500
BRIGHT MLS #DENC398322
Dec 28, 2000
Listed
$382,500
Dec 28, 2000
Listing Removed
—
BRIGHT MLS #DENC398308
Dec 28, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Dec 28, 2000
Listed
$382,500
BRIGHT MLS #DENC395402
Nov 7, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2000
Listed
$382,500
BRIGHT MLS #DENC395390
Nov 7, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2000
Listed
$382,500
BRIGHT MLS #DENC394292
Sep 21, 2000
Listed
$395,000
Sep 21, 2000
Listing Removed
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BRIGHT MLS #DENC394270
Sep 21, 2000
Listed
$395,000
Sep 21, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
May 22, 1998
Sold
$100,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,662 (+22.2%)
$175,000 + $584,200
$759,200
2024
$5,454 (+13.4%)
$175,000 + $584,200
$759,200
2023
$4,811 (−1.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2022
$4,868
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2021
$4,868 (−0.3%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2020
$4,884 (+0.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2019
$4,876 (+2.0%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2018
$4,779 (+1.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2017
$4,721 (+4.7%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2016
$4,508 (+6.7%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2015
$4,224 (+9.5%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2013
$3,858 (+4.3%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2012
$3,700
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
Tax history for 741 Crossan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,662 (+22.2%)
$175,000 + $584,200
$759,200
2024
$5,454 (+13.4%)
$175,000 + $584,200
$759,200
2023
$4,811 (−1.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2022
$4,868
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2021
$4,868 (−0.3%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2020
$4,884 (+0.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2019
$4,876 (+2.0%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2018
$4,779 (+1.2%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2017
$4,721 (+4.7%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2016
$4,508 (+6.7%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2015
$4,224 (+9.5%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2013
$3,858 (+4.3%)
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
2012
$3,700
$22,500 + $125,100
$147,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Butlers Pantry, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Stall Shower, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Window Treatments
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Walkout Stairs, Workshop, Interior Access
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $125,100
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Screens, Transom
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 97.70 x 408.90
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $22,500
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $1,226
School Tax: $3,642
Tax Assessed Value: $147,600
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $4,868
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Zoned, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: NORTH STAR
Middle Or Junior School: HENRY B. DU PONT
High School: DICKINSON
School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Follow Limestone Road towards Hockessin, L on New Linden Hill Road, R on Polly Drummond Hill Road, Polly Drummond Hill Road becomes Corner Ketch Road, R on Doe Run Road, R on Crossan Road, house is on the L
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0802300021
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Star Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Dickinson (John) High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
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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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Estimated sale price
$882,000 – $1.07M
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