$440,000
SOLD MAY 1, 2026

500 Defoe Rd Hockessin, DE 19707

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,225 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 1, 2026

$198 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dupont (H.B.) Middle School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Hickory Hills Playground

About This Home

As of May 2026

Welcome to Hickory Hills — one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the Village of Hockessin. This charming home sits on a beautiful corner lot and offers timeless character, classic design, and an unbeatable walkable location. Inside, you'll find features buyers love, including wood floors, spacious living areas, and a stunning four-season sunroom filled with natural light. With its walls of windows, the sunroom perfectly blends indoor comfort with an outdoor feel, making it one of the most special spaces in the home. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved by the original owners, this home reflects pride of ownership throughout and is ready for its next chapter. A new natural gas HVAC system installed in 2025 adds peace of mind for the future homeowner. Located just a short walk to Hockessin’s restaurants, shops, library, churches, Swift Park, walking trails, and athletic fields, the lifestyle this location offers is hard to beat. Homes in Hickory Hills rarely become available — especially at this price point. This is a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to personalize a solid, well-maintained home in a highly sought-after community. Don’t miss your chance to see this special property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bob Teeven

(302) 234-1111 bob.teeven@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 3022341111 License #RS-0009404 Listed on: 03/25/2026

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Bud Thomas

(302) 656-1058 brandywine@renthome.org Brandywine Realty Management License #RB-0002633

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,592

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 13,068 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 98.20 x 128.90
  • Property is zoned NC10

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,225 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Shelving

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hickory Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 097
  • Assessor Parcel Number 08-012.20-097

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,592

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 3/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Shelving
  • Total Sq Ft: 2225
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2225
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 197.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2225
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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 Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Dimensions: 98.20 x 128.90
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13068.00
  • Zoning: NC10
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2058.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2592.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08-012.20-097
  • Tax Lot: 097
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RED CLAY CONSOLIDATED

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2024
Sold by
Muzzi Dominic A and Muzzi Angela M
Bought by
Muzzi Family Trust and Muzzi
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Sold $440,000 0.0% $198 / Sq Ft
03/31/2026 03/31/26 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2026 03/25/26 For Sale $440,000 -- $198 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2025 $2,985 $458,900 $88,100 $370,800
2024 -- $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2023 $1,834 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2022 $1,835 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2021 $1,932 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2020 $1,932 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2019 $103 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2018 $1,904 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2017 $1,891 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2016 $1,668 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2015 $1,523 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
2014 $1,363 $76,100 $15,500 $60,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bob Teeven

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Bob Teeven

    Long & Foster

    (302) 218-5171

    5 in this area

    46 Total Sales

    Bob Teeven
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Bud Thomas

    Brandywine Realty Management

    (302) 656-1058

    3 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Bud Thomas
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DENC2099198

Bright MLS

APN: 08-012.20-097

Delaware New Castle County Hockessin 19707

500 Defoe Rd, Hockessin, DE

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