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Listing description

Welcome to 238 Brown Street, a truly one-of-a-kind 1812 historic home offering remarkable flexibility, timeless character, and a story all its own. Long rumored to have once served as the Springville Inn and Stagecoach Stop, this expansive property preserves the craftsmanship and charm of a bygone era while incorporating the modern updates, like total temperature control today’s homeowners appreciate. The current owner has thoughtfully upgraded the home to make maintaining and stewarding this incredible property easier. Highlights include 14 mini-split units and a propane heating system which keep the whole home temperature controlled throughout the year, an on-demand hot water heater, 3 keyless entries, and a complete reimagining of the lower level into a versatile living space. With multiple living areas, three separate entrances, 5-6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a finished attic, a reimagined lower level with 3 handmade wood doors created from trees on the property, uncharacteristically high ceilings for an 1812 home, and a detached multi-car garage with 4 additional off-street parking spaces, the home offers outstanding flexibility. The layout can function as one large single-family residence or provide private spaces ideal for multigenerational living, guest quarters, work-from-home space, studio use, or other creative arrangements. The lower level has been completely revamped into one of the property’s most useful and versatile spaces. With interior access or a private entrance, it boasts a full bath, kitchenette area, second stone fireplace, and abundant finished living space. It offers exceptional potential as a private retreat, guest space, teen suite, hobby area, studio, or separate living quarters. For investors or those seeking multi-family living, many areas can be sectioned off and incorporated into either side of the home. This truly unique property is ready for its next steward, whether someone looking to call it home or seeking a versatile property with multi-family potential.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Lower level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
  2. Main level1 half bath
  3. Upper level4 bedrooms · 2 full baths
  4. Upper level 21 bedroom · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4 full · 1 half
Living area
3,470 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air, Wall Unit
Cooling
Ductless/Mini-Split

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Colonial
Year built
1812

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.4 acres (17,548 sq ft)
Garage
4 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$187
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2129010
County
Chester County
School district
Spring-Ford Area
Days on NookLocal
16 days

Interior features

Appliances
Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior features
Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace
2
Fireplace type
Stone, Wood
Basement
Daylight, Partial, Front Entrance, Full, and 5 more
Levels
4
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Stone
Roof
Pitched, Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior features
Stone Retaining Walls
Patio & porch
Porch(es)
Windows
Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Screens
Doors
Six Panel, Storm

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Electric, Propane - Leased
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Propane
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable TV

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Garage type
Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Parking features
Asphalt Driveway
Total spaces
4

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
165x86
Lot features
Level, Sloping
Zoning
RESIDENTAIL
Cross street
Church

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Inquire with listing agent.
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2026Listed for sale$649,900

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

$640,000

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 January 2022 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
January 2022 for $430,350
About $545,650 in today's market
Current list price
$649,900
County assessment implies
$340,386
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$4,096/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
115 BRIDGE ST, SPRING CITY, PA 19475July 2025$380,0008/43,624$383,845
430 S CEDAR ST, SPRING CITY, PA 19475July 2026$805,0005/32,956$1,010,171
401 CHESTNUT ST, SPRING CITY, PA 19475January 2025$676,0005/33,727$769,213
169 S WALL ST, SPRING CITY, PA 19475July 2025$485,0005/22,933$648,875
440 KING ST, SPRING CITY, PA 19475December 2025$445,0004/32,000$656,878
46 QUAIL CIR, SPRING CITY, PA 19475April 2026$633,5004/23,561$812,037

Sale history

DateEventPrice
January 2022Sold$430,350

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$4,096 / year

$341 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$4,635

-11.6% at current rates

School tax

SPRING-FORD AREA · 34.19 mills (2025-26)

$3,558

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$538

Municipal tax

Not reported in the MLS feed

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $104,090, well below the ~$198,739 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 $3,724/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($104,090, 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

$129,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$3,793/mo

Principal & interest
$3,262
Property taxes (current rates)
$341
Home insurance (est.)
$190

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

Spring-Ford Area

Academic index
75.9/100
Graduation rate
96%
PSSA ELA proficient
68.7%
PSSA Math proficient
65.2%

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: July 27, 2026 at 2:12 PM EDT

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