NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1242 Hamilton Dr West Chester, PA 19380

Estimated Value: $950,097 - $1,048,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,738 Sq Ft
$266/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2024

Last sale price $915,500 $245 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,897/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fern Hill Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to your newest opportunity to own a stunning, move-in ready single-family home on over three quarters of an acre in the highly desirable Hamilton Woods neighborhood and the award-winning West Chester School District. 1242 Hamilton Drive features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 3,700 Sq ft of finished living space, thoughtfully laid out and lovingly maintained. As you make your way in from the sizable, covered front porch you will enter into your bright and airy, 2-story, tiled foyer. The cozy front living room offers pristine hardwood floors that carry seamlessly into the generously sized dining room featuring accent molding, a tray-ceiling, and a large window that overlooks the lush backyard. The open-concept, modern kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, a 6-burner gas stove, granite countertops, 42" cabinets, an island with storage, a touch-on faucet, tiled backsplash, a pantry, and coffee bar. The sun-soaked breakfast nook overlooks the cozy family room that offers a brick, gas fireplace, high vaulted ceilings with a skylight, and access to the serene, covered walk-off back porch. You will also find through double doors a private study with detailed molding and built-ins, a powder room, and access to your large 2-car garage on this main level. Head to the spacious second level where you will find your generously sized primary bedroom with two walk-in closets and a private full ensuite bath with an abundance of natural light, a large double sink vanity, glass stall shower, and a spa-like jacuzzi tub. The second level also offers 3 other sizable bedrooms, the laundry room with detailed tiled flooring, and a full hall bath with double sink and a private washroom. The finished lower level is the ideal multi-use entertaining area and features a built-in bar and access to a plethora of unfinished space perfect for all your storage needs. The tranquil, tree-lined backyard also offers patio entertaining space with a grilling station and a tucked back tool shed. This home is also conveniently located with easy access to major routes and highways such as 30, 100, and 202. You will not want to miss the opportunity to make this charming home yours, schedule your showings today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brad Moore

(484) 266-7451 bradmoorewc@gmail.com KW Greater West Chester License #RS312630 Listed on: 06/06/2024

KW Greater West Chester

Last Buyer's Agent

Meghan McGarrigle

(610) 350-9673 Meghan@BillMcGarrigleTeam.com Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton License #RS315833

Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,619

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 0.76 Acre Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R10

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hamilton Woods Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0176
  • Assessor Parcel Number 52-02 -0176

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,619

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: sound bar in living room and basement, beer signs in basement
  • Inclusions: refrigerator, washer, dryer, refrigerator in basement, TV in basement, microwave
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-06-06
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to your newest opportunity to own a stunning, move-in ready single-family home on over three quarters of an acre in the highly desirable Hamilton Woods neighborhood and the award-winning West Chester School District. 1242 Hamilton Drive features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 3,700 Sq ft of finished living space, thoughtfully laid out and lovingly maintained. As you make your way in from the sizable, covered front porch you will enter into your bright and airy, 2-story, tiled foyer. The cozy front living room offers pristine hardwood floors that carry seamlessly into the generously sized dining room featuring accent molding, a tray-ceiling, and a large window that overlooks the lush backyard. The open-concept, modern kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, a 6-burner gas stove, granite countertops, 42" cabinets, an island with storage, a touch-on faucet, tiled backsplash, a pantry, and coffee bar. The sun-soaked breakfast nook overlooks the cozy family room that offers a brick, gas fireplace, high vaulted ceilings with a skylight, and access to the serene, covered walk-off back porch. You will also find through double doors a private study with detailed molding and built-ins, a powder room, and access to your large 2-car garage on this main level. Head to the spacious second level where you will find your generously sized primary bedroom with two walk-in closets and a private full ensuite bath with an abundance of natural light, a large double sink vanity, glass stall shower, and a spa-like jacuzzi tub. The second level also offers 3 other sizable bedrooms, the laundry room with detailed tiled flooring, and a full hall bath with double sink and a private washroom. The finished lower level is the ideal multi-use entertaining area and features a built-in bar and access to a plethora of unfinished space perfect for all your storage needs. The tranquil, tree-lined backyard also offers patio entertaining space with a grilling station and a tucked back tool shed. This home is also conveniently located with easy access to major routes and highways such as 30, 100, and 202. You will not want to miss the opportunity to make this charming home yours, schedule your showings today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3738
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3738
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 283.62
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2997
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 741
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 741
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1242

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.76
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 33064.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s), Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R10

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 5897.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7619.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 52-02 -0176
  • Tax Lot: 0176
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2997
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 07/31/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2024
Closed on
Jul 9, 2024
Sold by
Dychala David H and Dychala Maria K
Bought by
Melton James A and Dychala Maria K
Seller's Agent
Brad Moore
KW Greater West Chester
Buyer's Agent
Meghan McGarrigle
Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$915,500
Premium/Discount to List
$65,500
7.71%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$995,524

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$80,024
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2009
Sold by
Stuart Robert D and Stuart Margaret E
Bought by
Dychala David H and Dychala Maria K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 1994
Sold by
Sheridan Construction
Bought by
Stuart Robert D and Stuart Margaret E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
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
Melton James A $915,500 None Listed On Document
Dychala David H $521,500 None Available
Stuart Robert D $265,490 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Dychala David H $417,000
Previous Owner Stuart Robert D $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Sold $915,500 +7.7% $245 / Sq Ft
06/08/2024 06/08/24 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2024 06/06/24 For Sale $850,000 -- $227 / 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
2025 $7,619 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2024 $7,619 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2023 $7,619 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2022 $7,521 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2021 $7,416 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2020 $7,368 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2019 $7,266 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2018 $7,111 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2017 $6,957 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2016 $5,729 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2015 $5,729 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
2014 $5,729 $262,850 $55,760 $207,090
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT2067084

Bright MLS

APN: 52-002-0176.0000