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$8,728 Closing Credit¹
#DENC2078686, Mary E Lucente, Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$699,000 List price
5961 Limestone Rd Hockessin, DE 19707
$8,301
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
3,444 sqft
1.1 acres
$203 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5961 Limestone Rd
Welcome to 5961 Limestone Road – a charmingly preserved and tastefully updated farmhouse dating back to the 1800s, nestled on a generous one-acre lot. This rare gem effortlessly blends timeless historic charm with modern-day comfort and is truly move-in ready. As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming foyer with gleaming hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. To your left, a formal living room offers a cozy and elegant retreat, while to your right, a spacious and inviting dining room leads into a fully renovated kitchen adorned with sleek cabinetry, contemporary fixtures, and stylish finishes. At the rear of the home, a generously sized main-level bedroom features convenient access to a full bathroom, a bright laundry area, and a walkout to the private concrete patio—ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend entertaining. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and two tastefully updated full bathrooms provide ample space for family and guests alike. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car attached garage, an expansive driveway with plenty of parking, and a host of recent improvements: brand-new windows throughout, modernized bathrooms, a new roof and owned solar panels for enhanced energy efficiency. This home is also connected to public water and sewer, offering added convenience and peace of mind. Photos will be published Wed, May 28th. Don’t miss this opportunity, showings begin Friday, May 30th!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water
StatusComing Soon
(COMING SOON)
(COMING SOON)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,444 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.06 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingGarage - Side Entry, Attached Garage,Driveway
MLS #DENC2074756
Garage2 spaces
Active DateMay 30, 2025
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage - Side Entry, Attached Garage,Driveway
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $699,000
- Price/SqFt: $202
- HOA Amount: $288 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,461
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Going north on Limestone Rd turn right onto Village Dr, driveway entrance on the right.
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,444 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.06 Acres
- MLS Number: DENC2074756
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Crown Homes Real Estate
- Office Phone: (302) 504-6147
- Listing Agent: John N Lyons
- Agent Phone: (302) 824-3246
- Agent Email: john@thelyonsteamre.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,300 | $4,461 |
| 2021 | $127,300 | $3,944 |
| 2020 | $127,300 | $3,945 |
| 2019 | $127,300 | $3,869 |
| 2018 | $127,300 | $3,819 |
| 2017 | $127,300 | $3,513 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
North Star Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1340 Little Baltimore Rd
9
Linden Hill Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•3415 Skyline Dr
9
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•2025 Graves Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $97,070. The most common annual income of people living in Hockessin, DE is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
42%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
44%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5961 Limestone Rd
The listing price of 5961 Limestone Rd property is $699,000.
The property 5961 Limestone Rd is a house located in Hockessin, Delaware, 19707.
Coming Soon: 5961 Limestone Rd is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 5961 Limestone Rd are: North Star Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Linden Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Skyline Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Brandywine Springs School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), H.B. Dupont Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McKean (Thomas) High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Dickinson (John) School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Delcastle Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,461 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5961 Limestone Rd has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 5961 Limestone Rd is 3,444 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5961 Limestone Rd is 1900.
This home is located at 5961 Limestone Rd in Hockessin, DE and zip code 19707 in the Mendenhall Village neighborhood. This 3,444 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 1.06 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.
In April 2025 in Hockessin, DE there were 91.7% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $675,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.