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$549,900

820 Sharpless Rd

Hockessin, DE
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,100
Square Feet
0.67
Lot Size (acres)
1947
Year Built
211
Days On Market

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!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
24 days ago
Listed By
Edward N. Breland, 3028362888 · BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin, 3029999999
MLS#
DENC2100618
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
820 Sharpless Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
City
Hockessin
County
New Castle
Neighborhood
NONE AVAILABLE
Zip Code
19707

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1947
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Construction Materials
Frame
Building Area
2,100 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Oil

Property Features

Lot Size
0.67 Acres
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Above Grade
875 sq. ft.
Total
2,100 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$549,900
Annual Taxes
$4,244

Schools

99/100
Linden Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.9 mi
City
Wilmington
Students
604
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
45% White · 31% Asian · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(302) 454-3406
77/100
duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Hockessin
Students
779
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
49% White · 22% Hispanic / Latino · 17% Black
Phone
(302) 239-3420
77/100
Kennett High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.7 mi
City
Kennett Square
Students
1,267
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
47% White · 46% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
48%
Phone
(610) 444-6620
74/100
North Star Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.3 mi
City
Hockessin
Students
617
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
56% White · 25% Asian · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(302) 234-7200
74/100
Brandywine Springs School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 3.5 mi
City
Wilmington
Students
932
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
67% White · 16% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Phone
(302) 636-5681
68/100
McKean (Thomas) High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.3 mi
City
Wilmington
Students
848
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
37% Hispanic / Latino · 30% White · 29% Black
Phone
(302) 992-5520
64/100
William F. Cooke Junior Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Hockessin
Students
613
Student–teacher
15.7
Student body
67% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Phone
(302) 235-6600
54/100
Kennett Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.4 mi
City
Landenberg
Students
1,012
Student body
50% White · 43% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
42%
Phone
(610) 268-5800

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.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
04/10/2026Listed 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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