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Listing IDPACT2026824
Sold For$2,450,000
Bedrooms6
Total Baths9
Full Baths7
Partial Baths2
SqFt
7,661
Acres
8.300
StatusCLOSED
CountyChester
Year Built1800
Property TypeResidential
Property Sub TypeDetached
Between Chadds Ford and West Chester sits this best-kept secret of a property, a private enclave ringed with magnificent hardwood trees. This plateau of 8.3 level acres, home, barn, pool and pastures sits above the surrounding land and feels a world away, but is just 5 minutes to restaurants, shopping, educational and medical facilities. West Chester's downtown was named the "greatest main street in America," and Chester County as a whole was named one of the most educated and affluent.
This turn-key home and barn will appeal to a variety of buyers for its ease and elegance, its proximity to the necessities of life and the posh-yet-practical lifestyle it affords to those lucky enough to call it home.
This is one of the nicest country estates in Chester County and one of the few in Thornbury Township to retain the farm designation. Enjoy the park-like setting of this secluded property with legacy trees and manageable landscaping. Horses and animals are welcome! What’s important to YOU?...quality materials, low taxes, privacy, convenience, or space? This property offers them all. The current owners have updated all the major systems, including multi-zone HVAC, high efficiency propane , electric service, new panels and wiring , plumbing, whole-house generator, new high-end kitchen appliances, refinished hardwood floors, and fresh paint. There are floor-to-ceiling windows bathing the kitchen and family room in natural light. This grand home offers a variety of uses - entertaining, work-from-home or everyday living. See floorplans in the photos section for room dimensions and layout - how will you use it?
Whether you are a serious homesteader, a hobbyist, or just enjoy peace-and-quiet, this property will enthrall you. Its style is a mix of fresh-and- spontaneous combined with old-world grace and charm.
This property is served by the West Chester Area School District, including the highly-rated Bayard Rustin High School. It is just 23 miles to Philadelphia International Airport and close to all the everyday amenities like shopping and medical services. Whole Foods, Wegmans, Costco, Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and Anthropologie are just a few minutes away.
County
Chester
Half Baths
2
Price/SqFt
328.61
Property Sub Type
Detached
Property Type
Residential
Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE
Year Built
1800
Zoning
R-1 RESIDEN./AGRICULT.
Above Grade Finished Area Units
Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source
Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished Area Units
Square Feet
Basement
yes
Basement Type
Poured Concrete, Unfinished
Bathrooms Count Main Level
2
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1
6
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2
1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1
6
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2
1
Bathrooms Half Main Level
2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1
5
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2
1
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units
Square Feet
Central Air
yes
Cooling Type
Central A/C
Fireplace
yes
Fireplaces Count
3
Flooring Type
Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Heating
yes
Heating Type
Hot Water
Laundry Type
Upper Floor
Levels Count
3.5
Living Area SqFt Source
Estimated
Total SqFt
7661
Total SqFt Source
Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types
9'+ Ceilings
Architectural Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Frame, Masonry
Cooling Fuel
Electric
Driveway Number of Spaces
20
Electric Service
200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting
Fencing
Partially, Rear
Foundation Details
Permanent
Garage
no
Heating Fuel
Propane - Owned
Horse Amenities
Stable(s), Horses Allowed
Horses
yes
Hot Water
Propane
Lot Dimensions Source
Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot SqFt
361548
Main Entrance Orientation
South
New Construction
no
Other Structures
Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures
Patio(s), Brick
Pool
Yes - Personal
Pool Features
In Ground
Roof
Shake, Pitched
Sewer Septic
On Site Septic
Tidal Water
no
Total Garage and Parking Spaces
20
Type of Parking
Driveway
Utilities
Propane, Under Ground
Water Access
no
Water Oriented
no
Water Source
Public
Water View
no
Condo/Co-op Association
no
Country
US
Elementary School
SARAH W. STARKWEATHER
Elementary School Source
Listing Agent
High School
WEST CHESTER BAYARD RUSTIN
High School Source
Listing Agent
HOA
no
Location Type
Suburban
Middle Or Junior School
STETSON
Middle School Source
Listing Agent
MLS Area
Thornbury Twp (10366)
Municipality
THORNBURY TWP
School District Name
WEST CHESTER AREA
School District Source
Listing Agent
Senior Community
no
View Type
Garden/Lawn
Waterfront
no
Zoning Description
farm, agricultural, residential
Accessibility Features
None
Days on Market
138
Land Use Code
F10
Property Condition
Excellent
Story List
Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Year Assessed
2022
Year Built Source
Assessor
Acceptable Financing
Conventional, Cash, Farm Credit Service
Automatically Update Tax Values
yes
Buyer Financing
Cash
Ground Rent Exists
no
Ownership Interest
Fee Simple
Possession
Negotiable
Riparian Rights
no
Sale Type
Standard
Tax Annual Amount
15839
Tax Assessed Value
566050
Tax Data Updated
no
Tax Lot
0001.0700
Tax Year
2022
Vacation Rental
no
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester (610) 431-1100
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© 2024 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. Information Deemed Reliable, but Not Guaranteed. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in IDX and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided is 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. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester. Data last updated on Friday, March 29th, 2024 05:24:37 AM.
Contact - Listing ID PACT2026824
John Luca
88 Lantana Dr.
Hockessin, DE 19707
Phone: 3029996966
Phone Alt: 3027405872
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