852 Benge Rd Hockessin, DE 19707
Estimated Value: $308,000 - $505,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,100
Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Dupont (H.B.) Middle School Rated A
- Attic
- Den
About This Home
As of March 2020Nice Cape in Hockessin. Not much to do but move in. Bigger than it looks from the front because of rear dormer and 2 story addition. Features include updated kitchen with 42" cabinets and granite counters with adjoining optional Breakfast Room/office or den, and a spacious 19' x 15' 1st floor family room. There are refinished oak hardwood floors on the main level and refinished pine floors on the 2nd level. The family room has new wall to wall carpeting and is flanked by decks on each side (one covered). There are double pane, vinyl, tilt-in replacement windows throughout and a high efficiency hybrid heating system. The master bedroom has a new master bathroom and a walk-in closet. There is a small patio off of the kitchen that connects to one of the side decks and the outside basement stairs. There is also new carpeting in the 20' x 15' rear bedroom and a laundry hookup on the upper level. The basement has a high ceiling and potential for additional finished living space. Low maintenance stucco and vinyl exterior. The lot is approx. 250' deep with room to add a garage. Owner is a licensed real estate broker in the States of DE and PA. Buyer is aware and acknowledges that seller intends to perform an IRC Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,085
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65.00 x 250.00
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned NC21
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Partial Basement
- Flood Lights
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Cooke Elementary School
- Henry B. Du Pont Middle School
- Alexis I. Dupont High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Back Up Gas Heat Pump System
- Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
- Propane
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Conditioner is Owned
- On Site Septic
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hockessin Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 050
- Assessor Parcel Number 08-004.00-050
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 8, 2019
Closed on
Mar 6, 2020
Sold by
Brockson Properties Llc
Bought by
White Reid S and Gordon Claire
Seller's Agent
Andrew Brockson
Realty Mark Cityscape
Buyer's Agent
Reid White
RE/MAX Point Realty
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.67%
Total Days on Market
61
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$129,542
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.40%
Original Mortgage
$289,656
Outstanding Balance
$259,241
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$191,279
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 27, 2014
Closed on
Nov 12, 2014
Sold by
Roache Roache James D James D and Roache Espy Patricia
Bought by
Brockson Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Salvatore Sedita
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Brockson
Realty Mark Cityscape
List Price
$212,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-12.74%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.17%
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Reid S | -- | None Available | |
| Brockson Properties Llc | $135,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | White Reid S | $289,656 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2020 03/06/20 | Sold | $295,000 | -1.7% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2020 01/08/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2019 11/08/19 | For Sale | $300,000 | +62.2% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 11/12/2014 11/12/14 | Sold | $185,000 | -12.7% | $88 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2014 10/31/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2014 10/27/14 | For Sale | $212,000 | -- | $101 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,331 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2023 | $2,057 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2022 | $2,081 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2021 | $2,081 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2020 | $2,088 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2019 | $2,085 | $63,100 | $7,400 | $55,700 |
| 2018 | $1,860 | $57,900 | $7,400 | $50,500 |
| 2017 | $1,769 | $57,900 | $7,400 | $50,500 |
| 2016 | $1,769 | $57,900 | $7,400 | $50,500 |
| 2015 | $1,657 | $57,900 | $7,400 | $50,500 |
| 2014 | $1,534 | $57,900 | $7,400 | $50,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Andrew Brockson
Seller's Agent in 2020
Andrew Brockson
Realty Mark Cityscape
(302) 383-1301
6 Total Sales
-
Reid White
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Reid White
RE/MAX
(302) 540-2279
4 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Salvatore Sedita
Seller's Agent in 2014
Salvatore Sedita
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 218-5968
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DENC489312
APN: 08-004.00-050
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