$512,296Average Value$244Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Secluded Delaware County borough about 25 miles from Philadelphia
Welcome to Chester Heights, offering buyers spacious wooded homes, an excellent school system and easy access to nearby cities like Philadelphia. The town has a small hub of business on the Baltimore Pike, which connects residents to larger commercial areas nearby like Concordville. Local Realtor Maria Doyle with Compass Real Estate says, “Chester Heights is a good community known for its school district. It’s popular with families and there’s such a range of options for housing here.” Doyle has been working in Delaware County Real Estate for over 14 years.
Chester Heights is a suburban town tucked away in an area abounded by towering trees.
You'll never be short on green space in Chester Heights.
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Contemporary townhouses, Colonial Revival estates and 19th century farmhouses
According to Doyle, “Homes here offer a unique mix of new construction and older homes.” Some homes sit atop hills with wide open yards, while other homes have long driveways shaded with trees that lead to expansive estates sitting on acreages. Many single-family homes and estates are found in Colonial Revival and contemporary styles, and there are also Victorian and Colonial homes and farmhouses that were built in the 19th century. Residents will also find contemporary townhouses and condos available, often with updated amenities. For single-family homes, buyers should expect to spend between $400,000 and up to $1.5 million for estates. Townhouses typically cost between $350,000 and $650,000.
Chester Heights is filled with new builds, such as luxury duplex homes.
You'll find several mansions tucked away on quiet streets in Chester Heights.
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Garnet Valley School District serves students in Chester Heights
Realtor Jody Allen Evangelista with Coldwell Banker Realty agrees with Doyle about Chester Heights schools. “One of the biggest draws by far is the Garnet Valley School District, it’s award-winning and is a highly rated district in the state.” Evangelista has over 33 years of real estate experience. Students start their education at Garnet Valley Elementary School before filtering into Garnet Valley Middle School. Both schools have an overall A grade on Niche. Students then go on to Garnet Valley High School, which has an overall A-plus on Niche. In addition to its stellar academics, the school offers students various career education pathways, including graphic design, journalism and robotics.
Garnet Valley Elementary School is a vibrant and welcoming community.
Garnet Valley Middle School receives an A rating from Niche.com.
Garnet Valley High School, a top-ranked school with a diverse student body.
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Close to community parks and nature areas near Chester Creek
After the final bell, kids can head to Chester Heights Community Park and play on the swings and jungle gym at the playground or run around the soccer field. Residents can also bring food to the park and set up at a picnic table under a shady tree with friends and family. Immerse yourself deeper into nature on the Darlington Trail where you can go on a two-mile hike through the woods along Chester Creek.
Many native trees were planted along Darlington Trail as part of a restoration effort.
Relax on a bench under a tree to watch the sun set over Chester Heights Community Park.
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West Baltimore Pike is the heart of the community
Most of Chester Heights’ action is on the West Baltimore Pike, the town’s main road. Residents will find a small section of businesses, including a couple office buildings, a Walgreens and local eateries, like Ashley’s Restaurant and Bar. This comfort food favorite has a spacious patio and live music on the weekends. Pizzeria Maki is a unique favorite, serving both wood-fired pizza and hand-rolled sushi. Chester Heights is also adjacent to the community of Wawa, so those who love Wawa sandwiches can get their hoagies straight from the source. Residents can head 3 miles west down Baltimore Pike to Concordville for grocery and retail, where they’ll find big box stores like Wegmans, Costco and Target. Residents can also travel 3 miles east on the pike to get to Lima, which has the Rocky Run YMCA, a medical center and Granite Run Shopping Center.
Chester Heights has only one small retail center for casual dining and shopping.
Granite Run is up the road from Chester Heights, and has plenty of stores and restaurants.
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Conveniently located for commuters
Residents are just 2 miles from Conchester Highway, which connects to Interstate 95. Via I-95, residents are about 12 miles from Wilmington and 25 miles from Philadelphia’s Center City. The Philadelphia International Airport is about 15 miles from the community, making it easy to travel beyond the Philadelphia metro area. For public transportation, residents can park at the Wawa SEPTA station and ride into the city via light rail. Easy access to the city makes living in secluded Chester Heights comfortable and convenient.
Catch a train to Philadelphia from Wawa Station, just outside of Chester Heights.
Wawa station in Chester Heights gives locals access to SEPTA trains that head right into Philly.
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On average, homes in Chester Heights, PA sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Chester Heights, PA over the last 12 months is $430,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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