$749,900
1520 Hillcrest Ln, Downingtown, PA 19335
Listed by Real of Pennsylvania
Welcome to 171 Highspire Road, nestled in the desirable Marshal View neighborhood, with tree-lined streets and winding roads in Wallace Township; and the award-winning Downingtown Area School District, including STEM Academy. This beautifully updated 4 bedroom and 2.5 bath home quarried stone front colonial offers a wonderful combination of amazing updates and comfortable living spaces, updated kitchen and baths, and hardwood flooring throughout. Step inside to the foyer with gleaming hardwood floors and an abundance of natural lighting throughout. At the heart of the home is the tastefully updated eat-in kitchen, featuring granite countertops, breakfast bar with seating and pendant lighting, new stainless steel appliances, a custom-tiled backsplash. The open floor plan design flows naturally into the spacious family room, highlighted by a gas fireplace with a natural fieldstone surround and mantel—creating a warm and welcoming entertaining space. The main level also includes a convenient powder room with porcelain tile flooring and a spacious laundry/mudroom with plenty of room. The living room and dining room offer a natural flow for entertainment, with hardwood flooring adding warmth and character throughout. Currently used as a cozy sitting room, the dining room provides wonderful flexibility and could easily serve as a traditional dining space, playroom, home office or additional living area. The 2nd floor features a spacious primary suite features a large walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed primary bathroom with double sinks, and custom-tiled shower. Three additional generously sized bedrooms, a hall bath, and two large linen closets complete the second floor. The fully, unfinished basement provides expansive storage areas. Spacious two (2) car garage with bonus workshop area. Outside, you will enjoy a large patio which is the perfect setting for relaxing, dining or entertaining. The level rear yard is surrounded by mature trees, plantings and features a large shed for additional storage. Numerous updates provide peace of mind, including a fully renovated /new kitchen (2024), renovated / new master bath (2024), new Kinetic furnace / boiler (Dec. 2024), Desert Dry waterproofing / French drain system (2024). Enjoy living in a peaceful quiet setting that is located just minutes away from Marsh Creek State Park, Main Street at Exton, and quick and easy access to West Chester, King of Prussia, via Route 30 and 202, the turnpike, as well as many local restaurants, shopping, recreation and everyday conveniences. Welcome home!
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$766,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 ASHLEA DR, GLENMOORE, PA 19343 | April 2026 | $654,000 | 4/2 | 2,910 | $755,099 |
| 509 LARKINS BRIDGE DR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | July 2026 | $675,000 | 4/2 | 2,824 | $757,378 |
| 17 HIGHVIEW RD, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | July 2026 | $850,000 | 4/2 | 3,012 | $886,179 |
| 662 EMPIRE DR, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | December 2025 | $710,000 | 4/2 | 2,858 | $832,586 |
| 815 HAWTHORNE ST, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | August 2026 | $790,000 | 4/2 | 2,878 | $871,498 |
| 435 MILFORD RD, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335 | September 2026 | $887,000 | 4/2 | 3,031 | $912,775 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 2015 | Sold | $408,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$7,563 / year
≈ $630 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$7,790
-2.9% at current rates
School tax
DOWNINGTOWN AREA · 31.91 mills (2025-26)
$6,509
County tax
Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)
$1,053
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$0
Recomputed from the county assessment ($203,990, 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
$4,614/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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