If you have been searching for the home of your dreams, then this 7-acre hillside building lot provides the rare opportunity to design and create your custom home with no builder tie-in. Feasibility studies are complete, and the land is ready for its next owner. Situated atop a hill to wide open land with breathtaking panoramic views of the valley below, this property showcases magnificent sunsets over the western landscape. The lot borders hundreds of acres of protected Delaware State lands and parkland, offering unmatched privacy and a serene, natural environment. Excellent southern exposure makes this location perfect for maximizing natural light while designing your custom home. The spacious lot also provides ample room for additional outbuildings including pole barns, garages or stables. Perfectly located between Centerville and Hockessin ensuring a secluded, yet accessible retreat. Enjoy peaceful country living just minutes from shopping, dining, and modern conveniences. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to build your dream home in one of Delaware’s most desirable areas! A temporary private gated driveway on the property offers easy access from Nine Gates Road to walk up to this spectacular lot,
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Office Phone: (302) 239-3000
Listing Agent: Peggy Centrella
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Cleared, Level, Wooded, Private, Sloped
Lot Size: 7.00 Acres
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Directions Information:
Directions: Snuff Mill Road to Nine Gates Road. Enter property at gate at the intersection of Dawsons Tract Rd. and Nine Gates Rd.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $995,000
HOA Fees:
Amount: $0
Frequency: Other
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $392.5K more than the Median Sold Price in Hockessin, DE.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #DENC2069652
Listing Office:
Office Name: Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Office Phone: (302) 239-3000
Listing Agent: Peggy Centrella
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
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William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary School
2025 Graves Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.13 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
5
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Greenwood Elementary School
420 Greenwood Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.63 miles
Public District Grades 1-5
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Hillendale Elementary School
1850 Hillendale Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.69 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
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H.B. Dupont Middle School
735 Meeting House Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.55 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Kennett Middle School
195 Sunny Dell Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.37 miles
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Brandywine Springs School
2916 Duncan Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.81 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
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Kennett High School
100 E South St
Distance between this listing and this school2.88 miles
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McKean (Thomas) High School
301 McKennans Church Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.75 miles
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Dupont (Alexis I.) High School
50 Hillside Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.23 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $131,548. Most Hockessin, DE residents have annual incomes $200k+. The majority of families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 641 Nine Gates Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 641 Nine Gates Rd property is $995,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 641 Nine Gates Rd is land located in Hockessin, Delaware, 19707.
Is this property for sale now?
Sale Pending: 641 Nine Gates Rd is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
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This home is located at 641 Nine Gates Rd in Hockessin, DE and zip code 19707. This home sits on a 7.00 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 07, 2024 and is currently priced at $995,000.
In November 2024 more than 4 listings in Hockessin, DE were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 3 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 6 were sold below. The number of listings in Hockessin, DE decreased by 18.2% between October 2024 and November 2024. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 18 days, the median list price was $602,500.
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