1439 Old Wilmington Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Listed by: victoria a dickinson
Office: patterson-schwartz - greenville
MLS#:DENC2100626
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$845,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$243.17
About this home
Rich in history and thoughtfully reimagined, this beautifully renovated Hockessin property offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. The front living and dining rooms showcase the home’s historic charm, preserving original details while incorporating updated systems for today’s lifestyle. A meticulously designed rear addition introduces a spectacular chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Open to the family room, this inviting area offers heated floors and serene garden views—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A nearby home office and powder room provide flexibility and could easily be converted into a first-floor bedroom suite. Second and third floors feature three spacious en-suite bedrooms, each appointed with radiant floor heating, elegant stone and ceramic baths—delivering both comfort and modern luxury. Outdoor amenities further elevate the property, including generous living space, a two-car garage, a raised-bed vegetable garden with custom fencing and built-in benches, and accessory buildings. Seamlessly blending historic integrity with contemporary updates, this exceptional home honors its past while embracing a fresh, sophisticated future....
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Home facts
- Year built:1817
- Listing ID #:DENC2100626
- Added:9 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 20, 2026 at 01:49 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Hardwood
- Dining Description:Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Primary Bath(s)
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Living, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Upgraded Countertops
- Bedroom Description:Walk In Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:3,475 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Electric, Heat Pump(s), Hot Water, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal, Shake, Shingle
- Year built:1817
- Building area:3,475 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.12 Acres
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Brick, Stone, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Patio(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Schools
- Elementary school:COOKE
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:On Site Septic
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$845,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$243.17
- Tax amount:$7,121 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Built-Ins, Skylight(s)
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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