1777 Brackenville Road, Hockessin, DE 19707-9534 $539,000
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Interior Sq. Ft: 3,200
Acreage: 0.5
Age:36 years
Style:
Contemporary
Subdivision: Runnymeade
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Opportunity knocks! Investor alert! This 3,200 sq. ft. home offers the perfect canvas for transformation. With the potential to create 4-6 bedrooms and 3-4 baths, this fixer-upper presents an incredible investment opportunity. Renovated homes in Hockessin have recently sold for $830,000–$950,000, giving investors a strong profit margin depending on their vision and appetite for renovations. This solid brick home is full of charm and potential but requires a total renovation—a unique chance to design the home exactly the way you want. While updates are needed, the property provides a solid foundation for your renovation plans. The layout allows for endless customization, enabling you to reimagine the space to suit your preferences. With a creative eye, this diamond in the rough can be turned into a true gem! The property offers ample parking, including a driveway and space for 4-5 vehicles. This is an ideal opportunity for investors looking to flip for profit or for buyers who want to renovate their primary residence—without the costly and time-consuming hurdles of ground-up construction. The essential infrastructure (utilities, foundation, driveway) is already in place. Additionally, this property benefits from an established neighborhood, utilities, and strong local demand, allowing investors to maximize layout improvements without the need for full architectural redesign and approvals. The private yard is filled with diverse wildlife, plants, and flowers, backing up to gorgeous woodlands with no neighbors behind. There's also plenty of outdoor space for gardening, activities, or even adding a deck or patio—the possibilities are endless. Prime location! Just 7-10 minutes from major routes (Rt. 7, Rt. 48, Rt. 41, and Rt. 2), as well as Lantana Square, shops, dining, parks, and entertainment. It's also close to the Hockessin Athletic Club—the top fitness facility in the state, featuring five swimming pools and extensive programs for both children and adults. Don't miss this chance to turn potential into profit—schedule your showing today! All information, including square footage, lot size, and real estate taxes, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be verified by the buyer or buyer’s agent. Photos of the interior are available upon presentation of proof of funds.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Central Heating, Central, Central A/C, Natural Gas, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Basement Garage, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;
Interior
Garage Access Basement
Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Stone Exterior, Stucco Exterior
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Public Elementary (13 schools)
Public Middle (6 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
duPont (H.B.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Hockessin | 1.77 mi |
Kennett Middle School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Landenberg | 3.29 mi |
Skyline Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 3.49 mi |
Gateway Charter School | Gateway Charter School | 3–8 | Wilmington | 3.87 mi |
Stanton Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.68 mi |
Meadowood Program | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–12 | Newark | 4.88 mi |
Public High (6 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
McKean (Thomas) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 1.74 mi |
Dickinson (John) School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–12 | Wilmington | 3.34 mi |
Kennett High School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Kennett Square | 4.52 mi |
Delcastle Technical High School | New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.77 mi |
duPont (Alexis I.) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.78 mi |
Meadowood Program | Red Clay Consolidated School District | K–12 | Newark | 4.88 mi |
Private (12 schools)
School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
---|---|---|---|---|
The Hockessin Montessori School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–8 | Hockessin | 0.58 mi |
Wilmington Christian School Inc. | Christian (no specific denomination) | Preschool–12 | Hockessin | 1.3 mi |
Cacc Montessori School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Hockessin | 1.6 mi |
Limestone Hills Day School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 1.75 mi |
Wilmington Junior Academy | Seventh-Day Adventist | Preschool–8 | Wilmington | 2.07 mi |
The Independence School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–8 | Newark | 2.42 mi |
St John The Beloved School | Roman Catholic | Preschool–8 | Wilmington | 3.23 mi |
St Mark's High School | Roman Catholic | 9–12 | Wilmington | 3.89 mi |
The Tatnall School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–12 | Wilmington | 4.04 mi |
Developing Minds Preschool And Learning Center | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 4.17 mi |
Destiny Calling Academy | Christian (no specific denomination) | K–12 | Wilmington | 4.34 mi |
Towle Institute | Christian (no specific denomination) | 4–12 | Newark | 4.37 mi |
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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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Temperature
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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