Finding a move-in-ready gem in the heart of Hockessin for this price is no easy feat, but 1040 Valley Road checks every box. This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and total convenience. The best part? You can leave the car in the driveway. Whether you’re grabbing a bite at a local restaurant, running errands at the shops, or heading to the baseball fields and park for a weekend game, everything you need is just a short stroll away, Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the fresh, clean slate this home provides. The entire interior has been treated to a crisp coat of neutral paint and brand-new carpeting throughout, making the space feel bright, airy, and ready for your personal touch. The floor plan flows effortlessly from the sun-filled living area into the kitchen, offering plenty of room for weeknight dinners or weekend hosting. Outside, the property provides a great footprint for gardening, play, or simply enjoying the crisp Delaware seasons. It’s rare to find this kind of walkability and "new house" feel at this price point in Hockessin. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to plant roots in a top-tier community or someone searching for a low-maintenance home in a prime location, this one is a standout. Opportunities like this don't last long come see why 1040 Valley Road is the perfect place to call home.
Under contract
$369,900
1040 Valley Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
3beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$364,400 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 15 days |
- 1,922 |
- 68 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tony Immediato 302-218-7947,
Compass 3022029855,
Co-Listing Agent: James Michael Farley 302-650-6399,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2104130
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 350
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,100
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,400
- Finished area below ground: 350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43.00 x 92.10
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08007.40120
- Zoning: NCSD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hockessin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,127
- Date on market: 5/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$364,400
$346,000 - $383,000
$2,420/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Contingent | $369,900$211/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2104130 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900$211/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2104130 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $415,400 +633.9% |
| 2024 | $1,327 +21.4% | $56,600 |
| 2023 | $1,093 -0.9% | $56,600 |
| 2022 | $1,102 -8.2% | $56,600 |
| 2021 | $1,201 -0.5% | $56,600 |
| 2020 | $1,207 +0.1% | $56,600 |
| 2019 | $1,206 -33.4% | $56,600 |
| 2017 | $1,810 +4.7% | $56,600 |
| 2016 | $1,729 | $56,600 |
| 2015 | $1,729 +6.7% | $56,600 |
| 2014 | $1,620 | $56,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $56,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $56,600 +3.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $54,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $54,900 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10North Star Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10duPont (H.B.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Red Clay Consolidated
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Delaware
- New Castle County
- Hockessin
- 19707
- 1040 Valley Rd
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