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Listing description

Location, location, location! Opportunities like this rarely come along. Just a one-minute walk from the heart of vibrant Downtown West Chester, this beautifully updated, move-in-ready townhome offers the perfect blend of timeless character, modern upgrades, and an unbeatable lifestyle. Step inside 229 E. Market Street and you'll immediately appreciate the fresh neutral paint, charming millwork, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and abundant natural light that fills the home. The welcoming family room flows seamlessly into the completely renovated eat-in kitchen, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. The stunning new kitchen features elegant quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, a pantry closet, and a window overlooking the fenced rear yard. There's ample room for a dining table, while the rear door opens directly to the deck—perfect for grilling, relaxing, and enjoying warm summer evenings with family, friends, and even your four-legged companions. Parking in the Borough can be a challenge—but not here. The rear driveway, accessed from the alley, provides off-street parking for up to four vehicles (depending on vehicle size), an exceptional and highly sought-after convenience in Downtown West Chester. Completing the main level are an updated powder room and convenient coat closet. Upstairs, the second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and hard-surface flooring, along with a well-appointed full hall bath. The third floor features an oversized private bedroom with two closets, including a spacious walk-in closet, making it an ideal primary suite, guest retreat, or flexible living space. Need even more room? The finished lower level offers endless possibilities as a media room, home office, fitness area, playroom, or recreation space. Laundry facilities and multiple storage closets complete this versatile level. Beyond its cosmetic updates, this home also offers peace of mind with a new HVAC system, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. Located within the award-winning West Chester Area School District, you'll love being just steps from everything that makes the Borough one of the region's most desirable places to live. Walk to award-winning restaurants, lively pubs, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, the farmers market, community festivals, parades, West Chester University, and more. Major commuter routes including Routes 202, 322, and 3, along with public transportation, are all easily accessible. Beautifully updated, exceptionally maintained, offering low taxes, generous off-street parking, and one of the best walkable locations in Chester County, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private tour today before this West Chester gem is gone.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Main level1 half bath
  2. Upper level2 bedrooms · 1 full bath
  3. Upper level 21 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,194 sq ft
Heating
Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Colonial
Year built
1989

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.04 acres (1,932 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$402
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2130384
County
Chester County
School district
West Chester Area
Days on NookLocal
44 days

Interior features

Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Vinyl Siding
Foundation
Block
Patio & porch
Deck(s)

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Alley, Driveway
Parking features
Concrete Driveway
Total spaces
2
Driveway spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RES
Cross street
S Matlack

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator/Washer/Dryer
Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 19, 2026Price reduced$479,900
Jul 9, 2026Listed for sale$495,000

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

$464,000

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

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Chester County assessment ratio, and this home's own July 2023 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
July 2023 for $400,000
About $451,947 in today's market
Current list price
$479,900
County assessment implies
$347,515
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,034/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
317 S ADAMS ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19382March 2026$375,0003/11,176$401,897
147 E MINER ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19382May 2025$500,0003/11,151$528,428
705 S PENN ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19382March 2025$340,0003/11,140$379,719
122 W UNION ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19382October 2025$594,0002/11,156$644,784
340 E MINER ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19382March 2025$485,0002/11,139$545,239
443 W GAY ST, WEST CHESTER, PA 19380November 2025$270,0003/11,300$259,357

Sale history

DateEventPrice
July 2023Sold$400,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$3,893 / year

$324 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$3,893

School tax

WEST CHESTER AREA · 23.38 mills (2025-26)

$2,485

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$549

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$859

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $106,270, well below the ~$146,753 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 $1,156/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($106,270, 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 2025 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

$95,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,873/mo

Principal & interest
$2,409
Property taxes (current rates)
$324
Home insurance (est.)
$140

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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