
$659,900
30 Forge Mountain, Valley Forge, PA 19481
Listed by Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville
Welcome to 381 East Swedesford Road, a charming and historically significant single-family home in Tredyffrin Township. Built in 1871 as a township schoolhouse, this distinctive property has been thoughtfully converted into a one-bedroom residence that offers unparalleled Old World Charm and detailing. An extraordinary home where no detail has been overlooked. A three-season front porch with brick flooring sets the tone and leads into the grand living and dining area, highlighted by soaring ELEVEN foot high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace with a colonial mantel and brick hearth. This is a versatile, open space. The owner’s bedroom features two walls of closet and windows with inside shutters and deep window sills. The eat-in kitchen offers knotty pine cabinetry and generous counter space. A full bathroom with a tiled shower is enhanced by a skylight that provides tremendous sun and light. A rear mudroom/vestibule connects directly to the oversized two-car garage and provides access to the finished lower level. The basement is a standout feature, showcasing exposed beams dating back over 150 years and a brick floor, heated by under-floor copper hot water radiation, sourced from Philadelphia. This level also includes a spacious laundry/storage room and a separate utility room. Set on a level one-acre lot with a circular driveway, the property also includes the original schoolhouse outhouse, adding to its unique provenance. Architectural details such as deep windowsills, period hardware, and original fixtures further distinguish the home. Whether you choose to reimagine the interior, expand the footprint, or enjoy it as it stands, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history. Located close to the King of Prussia Town Center, the Gateway Shopping Center, Valley Forge and Wilson Farm Parks and the shops, restaurants, and train lines of the Main Line. All of this within the top-ranked Tredyffrin-Easttown School District. This is it. This is the one. Welcome home!
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2026 | Listed for sale | $599,500 |
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
$608,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1247 THOMAS RD, WAYNE, PA 19087 | June 2026 | $755,000 | 2/2 | 1,592 | $646,022 |
| 128 HOMESTEAD RD, WAYNE, PA 19087 | April 2026 | $725,000 | 3/1 | 1,314 | $808,720 |
| 966 UPPER GULPH RD, WAYNE, PA 19087 | March 2026 | $385,000 | 4/1 | 1,298 | $456,912 |
| 30 MEADOWBROOK RD, WAYNE, PA 19087 | May 2025 | $535,000 | 2/1 | 1,276 | $610,784 |
| 320 LANDSENDE RD, DEVON, PA 19333 | January 2026 | $637,500 | 3/1 | 1,405 | $668,249 |
| 214 SUGARTOWN RD, DEVON, PA 19333 | July 2025 | $899,800 | 2/1 | 1,368 | $922,867 |
Estimated at current rates
$6,910 / year
≈ $576 per month
MLS shows (2025)
$6,910
School tax
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN · 29.66 mills (2025-26)
$5,237
County tax
Chester County · 5.16 mills (2025)
$912
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality
$761
Recomputed from the county assessment ($176,590, 1998 base year) × current millage. 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.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$3,760/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
Tredyffrin-Easttown
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 →
FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.
Property taxes
Chester County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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