$396,000
17 Whiteland Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy
Opportunity knocks in the highly sought-after Downingtown Area School District! This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath split-level home sits on a beautiful, level 1-acre lot in an established neighborhood and offers tremendous potential for investors, renovators, builders, or buyers looking to create their dream home. Featuring nearly 2,000 square feet of finished living space, including a finished lower level, this property provides a solid foundation for a stunning transformation. The home is believed to be structurally sound and retains several desirable original features, including hardwood oak floors ready to be refinished and a wood-burning fireplace that can serve as a centerpiece of a future renovation. Outside, you'll find a large, clear yard with room to expand, entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the privacy and open space that is increasingly difficult to find in this location. An existing in-ground concrete pool presents an opportunity for restoration and could become a standout backyard amenity. The property will require significant updates, including a new roof, new windows and doors, interior renovations, landscaping improvements, and pool rehabilitation. However, for buyers with vision, the upside is substantial. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell, create long-term equity, or customize a home exactly to your taste, this property offers the rare combination of a prime location, generous lot size, and strong underlying potential. Conveniently located near major routes, shopping, dining, and parks, yet tucked away in a desirable residential setting, this is a chance to invest in one of Chester County's most desirable areas. Bring your contractor, your creativity, and your vision. Opportunities like this don't come along often. Property is being sold in as-is condition.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $399,999 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$430,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Chester County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205 ARMSTEAD CT, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | September 2026 | $480,000 | 3/2 | 1,958 | $513,428 |
| 209 WREN CT, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | September 2026 | $475,000 | 3/2 | 1,829 | $534,269 |
| 1301 CAMPBELL CIR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | May 2025 | $365,000 | 3/1 | 1,932 | $409,518 |
| 3 EDGEWOOD DR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | February 2026 | $620,000 | 3/2 | 2,138 | $637,215 |
| 24 WETHERBURN DR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | September 2026 | $430,000 | 4/2 | 1,735 | $499,932 |
| 106 HILLTOP DR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | September 2026 | $615,000 | 3/2 | 1,990 | $545,606 |
Estimated at current rates
$4,674 / year
≈ $390 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$4,810
-2.8% at current rates
School tax
DOWNINGTOWN AREA · 31.91 mills (2025-26)
$3,892
County tax
Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)
$630
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$152
Recomputed from the county assessment ($121,980, 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.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$2,514/mo
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.
School district
Downingtown Area
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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