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Listing description

Welcome to 1690 Yellow Springs Road — a piece of Chester Springs history! Set in the heart of the charming 140 acre Yellow Springs Village, the historic Rosato House blends the character and craftsmanship of its 18th and 19th-century origins with the comforts of modern living. The original portion of the house dates to about 1750 with the upper floors coming in the 1850s, this gracious 4-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath home has been thoughtfully restored while preserving the details that make it so unique. From your first steps into the entryway, the home’s timeless character shines through, with beautiful hardwood floors, original millwork, soaring ceilings, and oversized windows. The inviting main level flows between the sitting room, living room, dining room, and kitchen, while three covered porches provide wonderful spaces to relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery. The lower level features an 18th century stone fireplace dating to the Revolutionary War era. Outside, the historic steam house remains, now thoughtfully repurposed as a garage offers additional storage space. Between the 140 acres of preserved land and the small town of Yellow Springs, this home offers the type of community and relaxation that is hard to find.

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. Upper level4 bedrooms · 2 full baths

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full · 1 half
Living area
3,110 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Victorian
Year built
1750

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.64 acres (27,878 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$257
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2137060
County
Chester County
School district
Downingtown Area
Days on NookLocal
6 days

Interior features

Flooring
Wood, Tile/Brick
Fireplace
7
Laundry
Upper Floor
Levels
4
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stone, Stucco
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Stone
Patio & porch
Porch(es), Balcony

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Propane - Owned
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Well
Sewer
Community Septic Tank

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage type
Additional Storage Area, Oversized
Total spaces
3
Driveway spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Zoning
V-3
Cross street
ART SCHOOL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
All kitchen appliances, washer and dryer in current, as-is condition
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Oct 1, 2026Listed for sale$799,000

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

$778,000

Below the asking price by 3%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$7,029 / year

≈ $586 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$7,232

-2.8% at current rates

School tax

DOWNINGTOWN AREA · 31.91 mills (2025-26)

$5,808

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$940

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$282

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $182,000, well below the ~$244,334 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 $2,311/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($182,000, 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

$159,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$4,830/mo

Principal & interest
$4,011
Property taxes (current rates)
$586
Home insurance (est.)
$233

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

Downingtown Area

Academic index
78.2/100
Graduation rate
96.9%
PSSA ELA proficient
72.8%
PSSA Math proficient
67.8%

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: October 7, 2026 at 2:13 AM EDT

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