23 Raphael Road, Hockessin, DE 19707-2209 $600,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,050
Acreage: 0.64
Age:37 years
Style:
Cape Cod
Subdivision: Bella Vista
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
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!
Bedroom 3: Upper 1
Bedroom 4: Upper 1
Bathroom 2: Upper 1
Living Room: Main
Dining Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Sun/Florida Room: Main
Laundry: Main
Half Bath: Main
Primary Bed: Main
Primary Bath: Main
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Main Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Attic, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Full Basement, Interior Access Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Basement - Space For Rooms, Basement Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Concrete Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Wood Flooring, Slate Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, Dry Wall, Double Hung Windows
Exterior
Block Foundation, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Brick Exterior, Vinyl Siding, Deck(s), Enclosed Porch/Deck, Porch(es), Exterior Lighting
Lot
Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloping Lot
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Public Elementary (14 schools)
Public Middle (7 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| duPont (H.B.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Hockessin | 2.18 mi |
| Skyline Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.16 mi |
| Gateway Charter School | Gateway Charter School | 3–8 | Wilmington | 3.26 mi |
| Kennett Middle School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Landenberg | 3.9 mi |
| Stanton Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.16 mi |
| Odyssey Charter School | Odyssey Charter School | K–12 | Wilmington | 4.44 mi |
| Meadowood Program | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–12 | Newark | 4.53 mi |
Public High (7 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKean (Thomas) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 1.14 mi |
| Dickinson (John) School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–12 | Wilmington | 2.91 mi |
| Delcastle Technical High School | New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.17 mi |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.3 mi |
| Odyssey Charter School | Odyssey Charter School | K–12 | Wilmington | 4.44 mi |
| Meadowood Program | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–12 | Newark | 4.53 mi |
| Kennett High School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Kennett Square | 4.98 mi |
Private (13 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Hockessin (19707), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
- Average salary of people in this community: $87,745
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,197
- Household Size (ppl): 2.60
- Households w/ Children: 56%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 5,150 (83.0%)
- Rented: 819 (13.2%)
- Vacant: 233 (3.8%)
- Total: 6,202
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
- Some High School: 1.1%
- High School Graduate: 12.2%
- Some College: 11.7%
- Associate Degree: 6.0%
- Bachelor's Degree: 32.3%
- Graduate Degree: 35.4%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $128,947
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $3,501
- One Bedroom: $2,278
- Three Bedroom: $1,727
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