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!
Sold for $585,000 on 12/15/25
$585,000
23 Raphael Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
4beds
3,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
0.64 Acres Lot
$587,300 Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$3,371 Estimated rent
Home value
$587,300
$534,000 - $646,000
$3,371/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2025 at 02:53pm
Listed by:
Michael McKee 610-247-9154,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Listing Team: Mckee Kubasko Group, Co-Listing Team: Mckee Kubasko Group,Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth L Mckee 610-420-1686,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Sumeet Malik, RS-0025072
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DENC2090874
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Slate, Hardwood, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Double Hung, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Space For Rooms,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,050
- Total interior livable area: 3,050 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,050
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 110.00 x 220.90
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 08019.20034
- Zoning: NC21
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hockessin
- Subdivision: Bella Vista
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Sold | $585,000-2.5%$192/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DENC2090874 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $600,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090874 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Contingent | $600,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090874 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000$197/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DENC2090874 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $585,300 +319.9% |
| 2024 | $5,341 +12.8% | $139,400 |
| 2023 | $4,736 -0.5% | $139,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Linden Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10duPont (H.B.) Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 2/10McKean (Thomas) High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Red Clay Consolidated
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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