Rarely does a home of this character and old world charm become available! This incredible stone home was built in 1865 and it was the old "Mount Pleasant School House" way back then. This home is nestled in a beautiful wooded setting tucked just off of Philadelphia Pike facing Calhoun Rd. This home features extensive millwork including floor to ceiling authentic raised panel wanescoting, chair, and crown molding that was crafted using only the finest quality materials and craftsmanship available. This home features magnificent formal living and dining rooms. The charming step down family room features a brick fireplace and wet bar. This home is perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining from the courtyard-like front yard to the extensive rear covered flagstone patio. This home features 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths, random width hardwood flooring, high ceilings, and so much more. This home is truly one of a kind!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$148Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by John Patrick• KW Greater West Chester
•610-436-6500 (broker)
•johnpatrick@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Genevia Weston• BHHS Fox & Roach-Concord
•302-477-5500 (broker)
•walt.hurtt@foxroach.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #DENC494338
Redfin Estimate
$617,719
$333K since sold in April 2021$2,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 20.1% higher than the average sale price ($514K) of 6 comparable homes.
Rarely does a home of this character and old world charm become available! This incredible stone home was built in 1865 and it was the old "Mount Pleasant School House" way back then. This home is nestled in a beautiful wooded setting tucked just off of Philadelphia Pike facing Calhoun Rd. This home features extensive millwork including floor to ceiling authentic raised panel wanescoting, chair, and crown molding that was crafted using only the finest quality materials and craftsmanship available. This home features magnificent formal living and dining rooms. The charming step down family room features a brick fireplace and wet bar. This home is perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining from the courtyard-like front yard to the extensive rear covered flagstone patio. This home features 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths, random width hardwood flooring, high ceilings, and so much more. This home is truly one of a kind!!
BRIGHT MLS #DENC400620
Jan 10, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 2001
Listed
$397,793
$95/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC331618
Dec 31, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Oct 4, 2000
Listed
$397,793
$95/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DENC399652
Apr 14, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Apr 14, 2000
Listed
$429,924
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1980
Sold
$110,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,254 (+0.5%)
$82,600 + $520,400
$603,000
2024
$5,229 (+9.4%)
$82,600 + $520,400
$603,000
2023
$4,779 (−1.7%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2022
$4,861
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2021
$4,860 (+8.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2020
$4,461 (+0.2%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2019
$4,454 (+4.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2018
$4,246 (+1.7%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2017
$4,174 (+2.5%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2016
$4,070 (+9.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2015
$3,705
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2014
$3,702 (+0.4%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2013
$3,688 (−9.8%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2012
$4,090
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
Tax history for 501 Calhoun Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,254 (+0.5%)
$82,600 + $520,400
$603,000
2024
$5,229 (+9.4%)
$82,600 + $520,400
$603,000
2023
$4,779 (−1.7%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2022
$4,861
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2021
$4,860 (+8.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2020
$4,461 (+0.2%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2019
$4,454 (+4.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2018
$4,246 (+1.7%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2017
$4,174 (+2.5%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2016
$4,070 (+9.9%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2015
$3,705
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2014
$3,702 (+0.4%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2013
$3,688 (−9.8%)
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
2012
$4,090
$16,800 + $120,600
$137,400
*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: 4
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 18
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 14
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Cape Cod
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: BELLEVUE
Living Sq. Ft: 4,175
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,979
Building Sq. Ft: 4,175
# of Stories: 1
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 22,216
Legal Lot Number: 18
School Tax District: BRANDYWINE
Municipality Name: BRANDYWINE HUNDRED
Acres: 0.51
Zoning Code: NC10
County Use Description: 1 FAM RES - PLATTED
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax District County: BRANDYWINE HUNDRED
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,175
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: —
County: New Castle County
APN: 0612400038
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
5/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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
Wilmington, DE • 19809
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$587,000 – $711,000
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