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Listing description

Welcome home to 1279 Country Lane, a beautifully updated Colonial that has been thoughtfully expanded over the years, offering approximately 3,950 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The main level features a well-appointed kitchen with a stainless steel farmhouse sink, granite countertops, decorative tile backsplash, and stainless appliances, flowing into a huge breakfast room addition and a formal dining area, plus a vaulted, wood-paneled family room with skylight and built-in china cabinet, all set atop rich hardwood floors. Custom built-ins throughout the home provide exceptional storage space, and a mudroom, created from an addition off the garage, adds everyday functionality right off the entry. Upstairs, the original primary bedroom remains intact with its own private bathroom, while a spacious addition created a second, larger primary suite complete with its own bathroom, walk-in closet, and sitting room, offering two true primary suites under one roof. A further addition expanded two additional bedrooms and added a main hall bath, rounding out a flexible and generously sized second floor. A sun-drenched sunroom lined with walls of windows offers the perfect spot to relax year-round, opening directly onto a paver patio shaded by a retractable awning for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Outside, a true backyard retreat awaits, anchored by a newly renovated in-ground saltwater pool with a new filter and heat pump, framed by a natural stone waterfall feature and mature landscaping for a private, resort-like feel, plus a charming garden shed with cupola and beautifully manicured grounds throughout. Additional updates include a new HVAC system and a completed pre-sale home inspection, along with a 2-car attached garage, combining classic charm and thoughtful expansion with major systems already handled for total peace of mind.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Main level5 bedrooms · 3 full baths

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full · 1 half
Living area
3,944 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Split Level
Year built
1964

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.46 acres (20,000 sq ft)
Garage
2 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$227
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2133212
County
Chester County
School district
West Chester Area
Days on NookLocal
4 days

Interior features

Appliances
Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
Wood
Interior features
Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, and 2 more
Fireplace
1
Fireplace type
Gas/Propane
Laundry
Lower Floor
Levels
2.5
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick, Vinyl Siding
Roof
Pitched
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior features
Exterior Lighting
Patio & porch
Patio(s)

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage
Garage type
Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area, Oversized
Parking features
Asphalt Driveway, Private
Total spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Washer, Dryer and Refrigerator
Possession
Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2026Listed for sale$895,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

$881,000

Below the asking price by 2%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$5,659 / year

$472 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$5,802

-2.5% at current rates

School tax

WEST CHESTER AREA · 23.38 mills (2025-26)

$4,332

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$957

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$370

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $185,260, well below the ~$273,691 its asking price implies at Chester County's common level ratio (30.6%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $2,525/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($185,260, 1998 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Chester County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$179,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$5,225/mo

Principal & interest
$4,493
Property taxes (current rates)
$472
Home insurance (est.)
$261

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

West Chester Area

Academic index
68.5/100
Graduation rate
96.9%
PSSA ELA proficient
64.5%
PSSA Math proficient
54.8%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Chester County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Chester County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:09 PM EDT

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