Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate870 Old Public Road, Hockessin, DE 19707-9630 $489,900
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,850
Acreage: 1.87
Age:68 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
RARE FIND!! If you crave peace, privacy, and a deep connection with nature, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is your perfect retreat. Tucked away in sought after Hockessin DE, and surrounded by mature trees, flowering plants, and lush landscaping, this property offers a serene setting that feels worlds away—yet still close to everyday conveniences. Step inside to an inviting open floor plan featuring wood flooring throughout most of the home, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a large picture window that frames the scenic outdoors. The adjoining dining area and kitchen offer plenty of storage, including a pantry cabinet, ideal for those who love to cook while staying connected to the surrounding beauty. One of the home’s most unique features is the expansive enclosed porch, nestled just off the kitchen. With a circular wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece and a full wall of windows all around, it’s the perfect spot to watch the seasons change, host cozy gatherings, or simply enjoy the peaceful views of your private natural sanctuary. The main level includes three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, while the lower level provides even more flexible space with a family room featuring a brick fireplace, two additional bright multipurpose rooms, and a spacious laundry room with a convenient chute from the main floor. This is a unique home with a beautiful setting offers an abundance of upgrades for long-term comfort and efficiency: NEW Anderson windows (2000), Geothermal heating and cooling (2008), Bamboo flooring on the lower level, Lifetime warranty roof (2011), Security system with cameras and alarms (2015), NEW well pump (2019) and chimney crown (2021), Electric hot water heater (GE 50-gal, 8-year warranty), Whole-house I Spring 3-stage water filtration (2024), PVC plumbing upgrades. Whether you're gardening, birdwatching, or simply relaxing in the privacy of your own natural paradise, this home is a rare find, this is a one owner home. Come experience the calm, comfort, and beauty it has to offer. PLEASE DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY WITHOUT A SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Elem. School: Cooke Mid. School: Dupont H High School: Dupont
Features
Utilities
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Geo-thermal, Central A/C, Geothermal Cooling, Geothermal, Hot Water - Electric, Well Water, On Site Septic, Lower Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Basement Garage, Built In, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Dining Area, Wood Floors, Full Basement, Fully Finished Basement, Garage Access Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Walkout Level Basement, Wood Flooring, Brick Fireplace,
Exterior
Asphalt Roof, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Brick Exterior
Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Pond View, Trees/Woods View
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Public Elementary (8 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William F. Cooke Junior Elementary | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–5 | Hockessin | 2.41 mi |
| North Star Elementary School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–5 | Hockessin | 2.63 mi |
| New Garden Elementary School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 1–5 | Toughkenamon | 3.22 mi |
| Mary D Lang Kindergarten Center | Kennett Consolidated School District | K | Kennett Square | 3.32 mi |
| Brandywine Springs School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–8 | Wilmington | 4.23 mi |
| Linden Hill Elementary School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–5 | Wilmington | 4.49 mi |
| Greenwood Elementary School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 1–5 | Kennett Square | 4.67 mi |
| Bancroft Elementary School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 1–5 | Kennett Square | 4.79 mi |
Public Middle (3 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| duPont (H.B.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Hockessin | 0.25 mi |
| Kennett Middle School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Landenberg | 3.15 mi |
| Gateway Charter School | Gateway Charter School | 3–8 | Wilmington | 4.72 mi |
Public High (4 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennett High School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Kennett Square | 2.98 mi |
| McKean (Thomas) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 3.04 mi |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.82 mi |
| Dickinson (John) School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–12 | Wilmington | 4.93 mi |
Private (11 schools)
| School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hockessin Montessori School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–8 | Hockessin | 1.5 mi |
| Wilmington Christian School Inc. | Christian (no specific denomination) | Preschool–12 | Hockessin | 1.83 mi |
| Cacc Montessori School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Hockessin | 2.67 mi |
| Limestone Hills Day School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 3.41 mi |
| Wilmington Junior Academy | Seventh-Day Adventist | Preschool–8 | Wilmington | 3.47 mi |
| Centerville Layton School | Nonsectarian | K–12 | Wilmington | 4 mi |
| The Independence School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–8 | Newark | 4 mi |
| Ducklings Early Learning Center | Nonsectarian | K | Kennett Square | 4.36 mi |
| The Tatnall School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–12 | Wilmington | 4.4 mi |
| Fairville Friends School Inc | Friends | Preschool–K | Chadds Ford | 4.42 mi |
| St John The Beloved School | Roman Catholic | Preschool–8 | Wilmington | 4.65 mi |
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This report is a detailed community overview for Hockessin (19707), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
- Average salary of people in this community: $87,745
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,197
- Household Size (ppl): 2.60
- Households w/ Children: 56%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 5,150 (83.0%)
- Rented: 819 (13.2%)
- Vacant: 233 (3.8%)
- Total: 6,202
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
- Some High School: 1.1%
- High School Graduate: 12.2%
- Some College: 11.7%
- Associate Degree: 6.0%
- Bachelor's Degree: 32.3%
- Graduate Degree: 35.4%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $128,947
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $3,501
- One Bedroom: $2,278
- Three Bedroom: $1,727
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