Set on a rare 1+ acre lot in the midst of Hockessin where this kind of space is almost unheard of, this classic brick Cape Cod offers timeless character, solid construction, and endless potential. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the home includes a desirable main-level primary suite for convenient one-floor living. Beautiful hardwood flooring in the living room is just a highlight to the lovely fireplace that is the focus of this room. The kitchen retains its original charm with beautifully maintained knotty pine cabinetry in exceptional condition — a perfect opportunity to update at your own pace while preserving its warmth and craftsmanship. The family room offers a second fireplace and larger entertaining space and includes a door to the expansive outdoors. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a full bath are ready for renovation and customization, offering instant equity potential. Outside, enjoy a private backyard retreat complete with a paved patio and a built-in pizza oven, ideal for entertaining and outdoor gatherings. A detached 2-car garage adds functionality and extra storage. This home is perfectly situated off the main road to give you the privacy you desire, while at the same time right across from the Hockessin park to allow you front row seats to the annual 4th of July fireworks! This opportunity does not present itself often! Don't let it slip by! With its uncommon acreage, classic Cape Cod design, and opportunity to make it your own, this property is a rare find with exceptional upside.
For sale
Price cut: $24.9K (6/15)
$525,000
509 Southwood Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
4beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
1.08 Acres Lot
$512,000 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick cape codDesirable main-level primary suitePrivate backyard retreatPaved patio
- 41 days |
- 3,677 |
- 218 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauri Brockson 302-383-0147,
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark 3027337000,
Listing Team: Lauri Brockson Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2103582
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08007.40005
- Zoning: NC21
- Zoning description: res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Piersons Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hockessin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $263/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $496,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,359
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$512,000
$486,000 - $538,000
$3,127/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$263/sqft |
Source:  Patterson Schwartz #DENC2103582 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+63.2%$275/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2103582 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2020 | Sold | $337,000$169/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2017 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Property Management #6977087 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Patterson-Schwartz Property Management #6977087 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $496,700 +563.2% |
| 2024 | $2,767 +13.4% | $74,900 |
| 2023 | $2,441 -1.2% | $74,900 |
| 2022 | $2,470 +0% | $74,900 |
| 2021 | $2,470 -0.3% | $74,900 |
| 2020 | $2,478 +0.2% | $74,900 |
| 2019 | $2,474 +16.5% | $74,900 |
| 2017 | $2,124 +31.9% | $74,900 |
| 2016 | $1,610 | $74,900 |
| 2015 | $1,610 +7.3% | $74,900 |
| 2014 | $1,501 | $74,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $74,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $74,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10North Star Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10duPont (H.B.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10duPont (Alexis I.) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Star
- Middle: Henry B. Du Pont
- High: Alexis I. Dupont
- 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
- 509 Southwood Rd
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