NOT LISTED FOR SALE

117 E Lafayette St West Chester, PA 19380

Estimated Value: $651,528 - $1,037,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,472 Sq Ft
$358/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 04, 2022

Last sale price $790,000 $320 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,280/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Dual Staircase
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Hillsdale Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Marshall Square Park

About This Home

As of February 2022

There is a special charm that can be found along E Lafayette St in West Chester Boro, with brick sidewalks, tree-lined streets, and 1800’s architecture, all situated just steps away from Marshall Square Park. At 117 E Lafayette St, that historic charm blends with today’s modern conveniences. This compelling Italianate brick twin has 1-½ car driveway parking plus non-permitted on-street parking, central air, a full bathroom on the 1st floor, an enormous 2nd floor bathroom, an unfinished basement (storage, storage storage!) and it has the most delightful fenced backyard. But, above and beyond those convenient features, is the unnamed x-factor that this home has in spades. Original hardwood flooring, a front bay window, original plantation shutters, built-in storage and library shelving, skylights, niches, wainscoting… There is a surprising and unique detail to be discovered in every room. Just off the kitchen, you’ll find the most inviting breakfast nook with built-in window seats with storage, and windows on 2 sides plus a skylight. This space is filled with natural light, and it absolutely beckons to the avid reader or to the green thumb indoor gardener. Upstairs there is an incredibly spacious primary bedroom, an incredibly spacious full bathroom, and another wonderful bedroom that would also make a great space to set up a home office. The 3rd floor features 2 more spacious bedrooms, both with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and the continued theme of character and natural light. But there’s more… 117 E Lafayette St also enjoys an idyllic fenced backyard with a brick patio, multiple seating areas, landscape beds, a storage shed, and a lawn for Fido to romp and play. This is a private and serene backyard oasis right in the heart of West Chester Boro. Walk to all your favorites – the Grower’s Market, the library, Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, and the boro’s eclectic shopping and dining scene. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a charismatic home on one of the most sought-after blocks in West Chester. Request a personal tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Ciunci

KW Greater West Chester License #RS301836 Listed on: 11/03/2021

KW Greater West Chester

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Ritchie

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media License #RS317332

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,355

Year Built

  • Built in 1873

Lot Details

  • 4,068

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,472 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Chair Railings
  • Wainscoting
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Breakfast Room
  • Laundry on upper level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 4,068 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • West Chester Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0092
  • Assessor Parcel Number 01-05 -0092

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,355

Year Built

Built in 1873

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Wine Fridge
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2021-11-03
  • Year Built: 1873
  • Remarks Public: There is a special charm that can be found along E Lafayette St in West Chester Boro, with brick sidewalks, tree-lined streets, and 1800’s architecture, all situated just steps away from Marshall Square Park. At 117 E Lafayette St, that historic charm blends with today’s modern conveniences. This compelling Italianate brick twin has 1-½ car driveway parking plus non-permitted on-street parking, central air, a full bathroom on the 1st floor, an enormous 2nd floor bathroom, an unfinished basement (storage, storage storage!) and it has the most delightful fenced backyard. But, above and beyond those convenient features, is the unnamed x-factor that this home has in spades. Original hardwood flooring, a front bay window, original plantation shutters, built-in storage and library shelving, skylights, niches, wainscoting… There is a surprising and unique detail to be discovered in every room. Just off the kitchen, you’ll find the most inviting breakfast nook with built-in window seats with storage, and windows on 2 sides plus a skylight. This space is filled with natural light, and it absolutely beckons to the avid reader or to the green thumb indoor gardener. Upstairs there is an incredibly spacious primary bedroom, an incredibly spacious full bathroom, and another wonderful bedroom that would also make a great space to set up a home office. The 3rd floor features 2 more spacious bedrooms, both with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and the continued theme of character and natural light. But there’s more… 117 E Lafayette St also enjoys an idyllic fenced backyard with a brick patio, multiple seating areas, landscape beds, a storage shed, and a lawn for Fido to romp and play. This is a private and serene backyard oasis right in the heart of West Chester Boro. Walk to all your favorites – the Grower’s Market, the library, Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, and the boro’s eclectic shopping and dining scene. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a charismatic home on one of the most sought-after blocks in West Chester. Request a personal tour today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Tile/Brick, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Wainscotting, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2472
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2472
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 315.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2472
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 117

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Metal
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: WEST CHESTER AREA
  • School District Key: 300200397342
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 122520.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 34920.00
  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4068.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: NC2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 220792
  • School Tax: 3473.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5355.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01-05 -0092
  • Tax Lot: 0092
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2472
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 02/04/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2021
Closed on
Jan 18, 2022
Sold by
Kenneth Hicks
Bought by
Baggott James William and Zuccato Mary Catherine
Seller's Agent
Mike Ciunci
KW Greater West Chester
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Ritchie
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.41%
Current Estimated Value
$872,749

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$82,749
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.35%
Original Mortgage
$632,000
Outstanding Balance
$591,773
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$294,916

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2010
Sold by
Shumard Richard L and Shumard Donna M
Bought by
Hicks Kenneth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
4.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Baggott James William $790,000 Trident Land Transfer
Hicks Kenneth $470,000 Commonwealth Land Title Insu
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Baggott James William $632,000
Previous Owner Hicks Kenneth $29,000
Previous Owner Hicks Kenneth $322,000
Previous Owner Hicks Kenneth $376,000
Previous Owner Hicks Kenneth $376,000
Previous Owner Hicks Kenneth $47,000
Previous Owner Shumard Richard L $228,000
Previous Owner Shumard Richard L $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2022 02/04/22 Sold $790,000 +1.4% $320 / Sq Ft
11/05/2021 11/05/21 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2021 11/03/21 For Sale $779,000 -- $315 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,523 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2023 $5,461 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2022 $5,402 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2021 $5,292 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2020 $5,194 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2019 $5,133 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2018 $5,040 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2017 $4,948 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2016 $3,376 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2015 $3,376 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
2014 $3,376 $157,440 $34,920 $122,520
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT2010298

Bright MLS

APN: 01-005-0092.0000