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1943 Melson Way

Hockessin, DE 19707

4 beds
4 baths
4,275 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$214 per sqft
2003 build

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Situated on a private lane in Hockessin, this elegant home spans over 4,200 square feet with elevated features and valuable upgrades throughout. Highlights include nine-foot ceilings, dual staircases, main floor office/den, designer interior & exterior lighting, upgraded wood trim, a full walk-out basement, 3-car garage, and a peaceful & private setting to enjoy for years to come! Step inside this home to the grand entryway with hardwood floors extending throughout the main level and a two-story turned staircase with custom solid oak handrails. Flow into the bright & open living room and dining room combination with elegant columns and wood detail and beautiful plantation shutters offering a welcoming space for holidays and gatherings. On the other side of the foyer, French doors lead into the spacious office/den with recessed lighting and plantation shutters. Flow into the gracious main living space joining the grand kitchen, breakfast room/dining area, and the great room with soaring ceiling, cozy gas fireplace, and a wall of windows with a lovely view outdoors. This kitchen offers 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, stone backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including Wolf oven and stovetop. From the main living space, step outside to the private patio & soothing outdoor space to grill, dine, relax, and entertain. Back inside and completing the main level is a powder room for guests and a well-equipped laundry/mudroom off the garage. Upstairs, you will find all 4 bedrooms, each with an en-suite bath including two bedrooms which share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. The impressive primary quarters feature a tray ceiling, sitting room, and large primary bath with jetted tub, double vanity, and glass shower. The lower level of this home offers endless potential with an enormous walk-out full basement to finish as a huge entertaining space, additional family space, or whatever your needs require. Valuable upgrades & updates include (but are not limited to): dual zone HVAC (Zone 2 replaced in 2023), roof with original 30-year warranty, new gutters, gutter guards, and downspouts (2020), new water treatment system and sump pump (2021), new hot water heater (2021), new well tank (2021), security system, high efficiency direct vent gas furnace, water saver toilets and shower heads, an extensive air filtration package, weatherproofed exterior outlets, and more! Tucked in The Oaks at Hockessin, yet close to everything this area has to offer; the location is ideal. Be sure to view the Virtual Tour and Floorplans, and schedule a showing of this impressive home today!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 3, 2025 •

MLS# DENC2070618 —

The Building

Year Built:

2003
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Roof:

Pitched, Shingle
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stucco, Stone
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Colonial, Traditional
Levels:

2
Door Features:

Double Entry, French
Security Features:

Security System, Smoke Detector
Window Features:

Double Hung, Palladian, Screens, Triple Pane, Vinyl Clad
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs, Windows
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

4275
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

4275

Interior

Interior Features:

Attic, Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Flooring Type:

Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Mantel(s)
Wall & Ceilings:

2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

4275
Living Area SqFt:

4,275 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, VA
Buyer Financing:

Conventional
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

1943 Melson
Latitude:

39.79026000
Longitude:

-75.68111400

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.55
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

104.00 x 231.80
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot SqFt:

23,958 Sqft
Inclusions:

washer / dryer / refrigerator / 2nd refrigerator in laundry room / freezer
Exclusions:

kitchen light fixture over table (will be plated)
Zoning:

NC21
In City Limits:

No
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:

No
Fencing:

Wood
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

08-008.00-036
Tax Year:

2022
Tax Lot:

036
Tax Annual Amount:

$6,649
Tax Assessed Value:

$201,600
Year Assessed:

2022
School Tax:

4984.0
County Tax:

1666.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level Bedrooms:

4
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Close Sale Type:

Standard Sale

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Electric Service:

200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater
Laundry Type:

Main Floor

Schools

School District Name:

Red Clay Consolidated
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

The Oaks At Hockes
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Exterior Lighting
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

7
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Garage Spaces:

3.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
Parking Features:

Asphalt Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking, Private
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

3
Driveway - # of Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

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Utility Costs

$202/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/3/25 Jan 3, 2025	Sold	BRIGHT	$915,000	-0.5%
11/25/24 Nov 25, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$920,000	2.2%
11/7/24 Nov 7, 2024	Pending	BRIGHT	$900,000

House Sold on 1/3/2025

$915,000

Listing provided by broker:

Michael E McKee

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

rtc@lnf.com

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1943 Melson Way

Hockessin, DE 19707