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Listing description

This charming historic residence, affectionately known as the “Gardener’s Cottage,” is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Malvern’s rich history. Built in 1900 and originally serving as the caretaker’s home for a larger estate, this enchanting property sits on approximately two-thirds of an acre of beautifully landscaped, fenced grounds surrounded by mature trees, colorful gardens, and lush greenery. Blending timeless character with everyday comfort, the home showcases original hardwood floors, extensive built-ins, pocket doors, antique glass windows, decorative moldings, and two staircases that reflect its storybook charm. The welcoming interior features inviting formal and casual living spaces, a thoughtfully improved country kitchen with wood countertops and stainless steel appliances, a dining room with access to a picturesque stone terrace, cherry flooring and corner hutch, a convenient powder room, and a flexible office or TV room with antique pocket doors . Upstairs, the home offers a large primary bedroom, generous size 2nd bedroom, a 3rd bedroom and a full hall bathroom. Outdoor living is equally special, with multiple patios overlooking the professionally landscaped grounds and a charming potting shed perfect for gardening enthusiasts. A spacious courtyard provides parking for four to six vehicles and is enhanced by elegant wrought-iron gates to front and back. Notable Improvements: NEW insulated White Siding, plus NEW Front and Back Doors(2026), NEW Heating Boiler(2026), NEW Driveway Parking(2025), NEW Gutters & Downspouts around home plus NEW Mudroom Roof(2020), Renovated hall bathroom(2020), NEW Central Air Conditioning with 2 separate zoning units(2019), NEW Wiring through entire home plus upgraded to 200 AMP service & NEW lighting fixtures(2019), NEW brick walkway and patio(2019) Located within the sought-after Kings Circle neighborhood, where homes seldom become available, this distinctive property offers low taxes and easy access to the boutiques, restaurants, parks, and vibrant community amenities of Malvern Borough. Architectural Plans for complete Renovation & Additions are in kitchen for viewing and will be included with the sale. Homeowners loved their enchanting home and incredible lot so much they were going to move forward with construction but with their growing family the project was going to be too disruptive to build their creative dream. Enjoy the Aerial Tour by clicking on the Camera Icon below the address.

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 level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,676 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Cottage, Colonial
Year built
1900

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.66 acres (28,800 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$343
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PACT2133066
County
Chester County
School district
Great Valley
Days on NookLocal
2 days

Interior features

Appliances
Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
Floor Plan - Traditional, Built-Ins, Wood Floors, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Curved Staircase
Basement
Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Frame
Foundation
Stone
Exterior features
Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Exterior Lighting
Patio & porch
Patio(s), Brick, Terrace
Fencing
Fully
View
Garden/Lawn

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Driveway, Off Street
Parking features
Paved Parking
Total spaces
6
Driveway spaces
6

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
159 x 179 x 153 x 153
Lot features
Backs to Trees, Corner, Open, Rear Yard
Zoning
R10
Cross street
Kings Circle

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Washer, Dryer and Refrigerator, all in "as is" condition
Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 20, 2026Listed for sale$575,000

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

$560,000

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

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Chester County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
April 2019 for $375,000
County deed record in 2019 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$575,000
County assessment implies
$425,278
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,951/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
120 CONESTOGA RD, MALVERN, PA 19355May 2026$460,0003/11,728$458,852
199 SUMMIT RD, MALVERN, PA 19355February 2026$490,0003/21,640$491,963
6 DIANE DR, MALVERN, PA 19355June 2026$575,0003/11,470$644,262
52 CAROL LN, MALVERN, PA 19355March 2026$410,0003/11,425$473,941
26 GREENTREE LN, MALVERN, PA 19355July 2026$569,0003/11,675$592,200
35 - 37 WATCH HILL LN, MALVERN, PA 19355June 2025$500,0003/11,540$558,728

Sale history

DateEventPrice
April 2019Sold$375,000
December 2015Sold$360,000

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

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$4,067 / year

$339 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$4,182

-2.7% at current rates

School tax

GREAT VALLEY · 25.22 mills (2025-26)

$3,280

County tax

Chester County · 5.16 mills (2026)

$672

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$116

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $130,050, well below the ~$175,835 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 $1,391/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($130,050, 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

$115,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$3,393/mo

Principal & interest
$2,886
Property taxes (current rates)
$339
Home insurance (est.)
$168

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

Great Valley

Academic index
74.8/100
Graduation rate
93.8%
PSSA ELA proficient
69%
PSSA Math proficient
62.9%

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 2:07 AM EDT

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