820 Sharpless Rd
You will never guess what surprises you will find until you open the front door . Waiting for you is this contemporary home in the sought after hills of Hockessin. Situated in back of a circle drive one would never suspect all the secrets this 3 BR, 2.5 BA has to offer. Enter the front door and find 3 ample sized bedrooms and 2 full baths with a sitting area in front of a descending turned staircase, Upon going down the steps you will find a huge great room you can design to your liking. There is even a bonus room with fireplace that can be used as an office, den, media room or your personal mancave. Enjoy a huge kitchen with plenty of cabinets that can be eat-in. There is a smaller room adjacent that can be a morning room or coffee nook. A powder room and separate utility area completes the inside area. Access to the backyard is found on either end of the house. You will find plenty of windows letting in lots of natural light year round with an exceptional view of your very own "stay-cation" from anywhere in the house. Enjoy entertaining outside on a paved patio next to your very own glorious in-ground pool, Entertaing guests, family dinners or just quiet evenings at home overlooking the pool and enjoying the outdoors can be yours! And the backyard is still large enough for the kids to play or, if you choose, plant a garden. Feel the seclusion of your new home so close to up-town shopping and all the benefits this area has to offer. Make sure you see this treasure today!
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Linden Hill Elementary School
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Kennett High School
North Star Elementary School
Brandywine Springs School
McKean (Thomas) High School
William F. Cooke Junior Elementary
Kennett Middle School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
Listed by Edward N. Breland · BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin · 3029999999
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.
Last Updated: October 13, 2026 at 1:38 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DENC2100618

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