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Listing description

Historic character. Modern performance. An extraordinary 2.06-acre Chester County setting. Originally a 1950s kit house, this approximately 2,316-square-foot residence was extensively redesigned and rebuilt in 2012–2013 to resemble an authentic 19th-century Chester County stone farmhouse. The result is a remarkable blend of old-world character, exceptional craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design. Locally collected stone, antique-inspired grout, reclaimed doors and brick, custom wide-plank red pine floors with antique face nails, maple millwork, and a 200–300-year-old reclaimed barn-beam mantel give the home an unmistakable sense of history. Yet behind the character is modern construction, including spray-foam insulation and infrastructure designed with an eventual zero-energy future in mind. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, maple and quartz countertops, a 48-inch Viking range with six burners, griddle and double ovens, two sinks, and a generous seating peninsula. The living room offers custom built-ins and a new stone wood-burning fireplace, while the dining room retains an original fireplace with Heatilater heat-recovery vents and a custom bar incorporating salvaged Civil War-era parsonage glass. Three adjoining porch rooms—the mudroom, laundry room, and greenhouse/sunroom—feature reclaimed brick flooring salvaged from York High School. The mudroom includes custom lockers, a dog shower, black walnut counters, and a salvaged Dutch door. The greenhouse has operable skylights and sliding doors for natural ventilation and was thoughtfully designed for passive winter heat circulation. Upstairs, the primary suite offers dual walk-in closets, roof-deck access, and a beautifully appointed bathroom with heated floors, custom walnut vanity, quartz counters, rain shower, and separate water closet. Additional bedrooms include custom built-ins, window seats, reading nooks, and attic storage. The home's distinctive cupola is both architectural centerpiece and functional passive-cooling feature, with remotely operated windows designed to draw hot air upward. The roof deck provides a private setting for outdoor dining and summer evenings. A detached barn with matching stone, new 2026 metal siding, 2022 roof, wood stove, LED lighting, thermostatically controlled ventilation, and historic rebuilt shop doors provides an exceptional workshop or studio. Additional highlights include hot-water heat with reclaimed cast-iron radiators, two-zone AC, a 2026 radon system, new 2026 driveway, extensive future-ready wiring chases, and infrastructure planned for potential geothermal, photovoltaic, solar hot water, and other energy upgrades. Located near historic Yellow Springs Village, Milky Way Farm, and Valley Forge National Historical Park, with access to the Downingtown Area School District and Downingtown STEM Academy. A truly special property—part farmhouse, part architectural time capsule, and part forward-looking sustainable home. Purchase this property along with next door 1211 Street Rd to make a compound for multi generational living. Offered as a package or $1,590,000.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full · 1 half
Living area
2,361 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1955

Lot & parking

Lot size
2 acres (87,120 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$421
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2135720
County
Chester County
School district
Downingtown Area
Days on NookLocal
4 days

Interior features

Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplace
2
Fireplace type
Brick, Stone, Wood
Basement
Full, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
HardiPlank Type, Stone, Spray Foam Insulation
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Patio & porch
Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Oil
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Oil
Water source
Well
Sewer
On Site Septic

Parking

Parking
Driveway

Community

Subdivision
RAPPS CORNER

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RESIDENTIAL
Cross street
Yellow Springs Road

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Attached Televisions, Garage Refrigerator, Generator, Barstoools
Possession
Immediate, Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 17, 2026Listed for sale$995,000

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

Estimated value

$907,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Chester County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$995,000
County assessment implies
$587,116
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$6,656/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1420 STREET RD, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425July 2026$1,698,0003/22,179$1,659,710
1121 YELLOW SPRINGS RD, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425December 2024$940,0004/22,342$997,196
1123 BODINE RD, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425February 2026$815,0004/32,568$738,409
501 PICKERING CIR, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425January 2025$680,0004/22,468$765,866
833 HUNT CLUB LN, CHESTER SPRINGS, PA 19425August 2026$625,0004/32,132$657,847
100 MILFORD RD, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335July 2026$624,9003/22,360$668,254

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$6,934 / year

$578 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$7,135

-2.8% at current rates

School tax

DOWNINGTOWN AREA · 31.91 mills (2025-26)

$5,729

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$927

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$278

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $179,540, well below the ~$304,271 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 $4,624/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($179,540, 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

$199,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$5,863/mo

Principal & interest
$4,995
Property taxes (current rates)
$578
Home insurance (est.)
$290

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: September 20, 2026 at 8:13 PM EDT

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