$600,000
UNDER CONTRACT

23 Raphael Rd Hockessin, DE 19707

Estimated payment $3,601/month

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,050 Sq Ft
$197 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Dupont (H.B.) Middle School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

About This Home

Sitting on over a half-acre property in the Hockessin community of Bella Vista, this charming Cape Cod has all the space you need and a bright cheery flow. Step inside to a gorgeous slate entryway which leads into the formal living room & dining room on either side, each with crown molding and plenty of space to gather. Flow into the open living space joining the kitchen, sunroom, and family room; ideal for everyday living and gatherings. This kitchen features abundant cabinetry, center island with seating, a bonus desk/coffee bar area, and adjoining breakfast room leading outside to the sunroom and wrap-around deck! Savor every second in the bright & inspiring sunroom, and extend your living, dining, relaxing, and entertaining outside to the wrap-around deck with a relaxing view of nature. Back inside, the family room features a vaulted ceiling with skylights (with remote controlled blinds) and a wood-burning fireplace with gas insert for cozy winter weekends and evenings at home. All 4 bedrooms offer abundant closet space, including the main-floor primary suite with a wall of closets and en-suite bath with Jacuzzi tub. Completing the main floor is a powder room for guests and a loaded laundry/mudroom with storage, laundry sink, and access from outside. Upstairs, you will find an additional 3 bedrooms, a full hall bathroom with double vanity, a hall closet leading to a large storage space, and a linen closet. A full basement with exterior access offers the possibility of finishing to your liking as a game room, rec room, office, family space, or whatever your needs require, and also includes a workshop area. Bella Vista is a wonderful community situated in the heart of Hockessin with convenient access to both Newark, Wilmington, and I-95 for commuting, and also within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Don’t wait to make a move on this ideal Hockessin property. View the Virtual Tour and schedule a showing today!

Listing Agent

Michael McKee

(610) 247-9154 mmckee@mkgre.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0022204 Listed on: 11/20/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listing Agent

Elizabeth McKee

(610) 420-1686 emckee@mkgre.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS144210A

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,305

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 110.00 x 220.90
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned NC21

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,050 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Slate Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Space For Rooms
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bella Vista Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 034
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-019.20-034

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,305

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: washer / dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: 4224
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Slate, Hardwood, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3050
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3050
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 196.72
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3050
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 6
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Lot Dimensions: 110.00 x 220.90
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 27878.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Enclosed, Porch(es)
  • Zoning: NC21
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4214.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5305.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-019.20-034
  • Tax Lot: 034
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,341 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2023 $4,736 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2022 $4,762 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2021 $231 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2020 $231 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2019 $231 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2018 $4,676 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2017 $4,621 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2016 $4,395 $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2015 -- $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
2014 -- $139,400 $24,600 $114,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 For Sale $600,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2090874

Bright MLS

APN: 08-019.20-034