$400,000
429 Garfield Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
Listed by Four Oaks Real Estate LLC
Welcome to 53 Summit Avenue, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-full bath twin tucked away in Paoli and located within the award-winning T/E School District! Offering an oversized 0.23-acre lot in a fantastic Main Line location bordering the Airdrie Forest Preserve, this home combines comfortable living space with a peaceful, nature filled setting while keeping you close to everything the area has to offer. Step inside through the enclosed front porch and into the welcoming foyer with convenient coat closet. The light-filled living room features attractive flooring and flows easily into the dining room, creating a comfortable layout for both everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen offers electric cooking, ample cabinetry and counter space, plus sliding glass doors leading to the rear deck—the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beautiful tree-lined surroundings. Upstairs you’ll find 3 bedrooms and a full hall bathroom. The spacious primary bedroom features two closets that provide ample room for your wardrobe. An unfinished third-floor attic provides valuable additional storage space and future possibilities. The finished lower level adds even more usable living space and includes a laundry area and a second full bathroom with shower stall. Outside, two levels of decking overlook a private, wooded backdrop, creating a surprisingly peaceful retreat. Additional updates include fresh paint, new flooring and updated kitchen countertops. Best of all is the location—enjoy all the benefits of living along Philadelphia’s Main Line but within walking distance to the Paoli train station, Airdrie Forest Preserve and its 1 mile plus walking trails, nearby shopping, dining, parks and major roadways. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy Paoli living in the highly regarded T/E School District!
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000 |
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
$389,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 WOODBINE AVE, PAOLI, PA 19301 | May 2026 | $350,000 | 3/1 | 1,191 | $393,195 |
| 120 BIDDLE RD, PAOLI, PA 19301 | August 2025 | $395,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $473,364 |
| 25 WOODBINE AVE, PAOLI, PA 19301 | May 2026 | $302,500 | 3/1 | 1,089 | $362,825 |
| 103 W CIRCULAR AVE, PAOLI, PA 19301 | June 2025 | $435,000 | 3/1 | 1,254 | $480,428 |
| 23 SUMMIT AVE, PAOLI, PA 19301 | September 2024 | $440,000 | 3/2 | 1,310 | $456,748 |
| 122 BIDDLE RD, PAOLI, PA 19301 | July 2025 | $410,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $490,932 |
Estimated at current rates
$2,661 / year
≈ $222 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$2,761
-3.6% at current rates
School tax
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN · 29.66 mills (2025-26)
$2,017
County tax
Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)
$351
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$293
Recomputed from the county assessment ($68,000, 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
$2,214/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 →
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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