NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1280 Continental Line Ln West Chester, PA 19382

Estimated Value: $1,928,095 - $2,489,000

5 Beds
7 Baths
7,950 Sq Ft
$266/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 17, 2020

Last sale price $1,500,000 $189 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,887/month

181 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Sauna
  • Panoramic View
  • Pocopson Elementary School Rated A
  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • 4 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of January 2020

Stunning, private, custom- built 5BR, 5.1 BA estate featuring a magical heated pool and spa. This gated property is minutes from every convenience imaginable, 30 minutes from PHL and is in the award winning Unionville Chadds Ford School District. The property has undergone a complete exterior makeover with professional third party oversight. Every possible exterior component has been replaced with accompanying warranties, reports and pictures for Roof, flashing, gutters, windows, doors, 5 layer Stucco application, automatic transfer generator, driveway repaving and new pool components. Over $500,OOO in improvements and upgrades on top of a bright inviting floor plan including walk-out finished lower level with gym, sauna, theater room, wine cellar and more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ian Bunch

Monument Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/12/2019

Monument Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Serena Lin

KW Empower License #0902442

KW Empower

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,154

Year Built

  • Built in 1996 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 4 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • West Facing Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • No Through Street
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Premium Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned RA

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 8 Open Parking Spaces
  • Circular Driveway

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • French Architecture
  • Studio
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Curved or Spiral Staircase
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Sauna
  • Home Gym
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Room
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wine Rack
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Security Gate
  • Intercom

Pool

  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • Poolside Lot
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Permits For Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Playground

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic
  • Fiber Optics Available
  • Phone Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Suburban Location

Community Details

  • Birmingham Homeowners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0019.0800
  • Assessor Parcel Number 65-04 -0019.0800

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,154

Year Built

Built in 1996 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, French
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Property, Chandeliers in Eating Area and Dining Room.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2019-04-12
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Remarks Public: Stunning, private, custom- built 5BR, 5.1 BA estate featuring a magical heated pool and spa. This gated property is minutes from every convenience imaginable, 30 minutes from PHL and is in the award winning Unionville Chadds Ford School District. The property has undergone a complete exterior makeover with professional third party oversight. Every possible exterior component has been replaced with accompanying warranties, reports and pictures for Roof, flashing, gutters, windows, doors, 5 layer Stucco application, automatic transfer generator, driveway repaving and new pool components. Over $500,OOO in improvements and upgrades on top of a bright inviting floor plan including walk-out finished lower level with gym, sauna, theater room, wine cellar and more.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Central Vacuum, Cooktop - Down Draft, Cooktop, Intercom, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Marble
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Curved Staircase, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, Bar, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Intercom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Skylight(s), Studio, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Whirlpool/Hottub, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Attic, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Living
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Skylights
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Exercise Room, Laundry, Office, Media Room, Bonus Room, Full Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Basement Finished Percent: 90.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 7950
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 7950
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 266.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 6300
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1650
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1280

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Hot Tub, Play Area
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Fenced, Lap/Exercise, Heated
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa Features: Heated, Permits, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods, Panoramic
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 8
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 11
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System, Security Gate
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics Available, Phone, Propane
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 500.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Name: BIRMINGHAM HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: UNIONVILLE-CHADDS FORD
  • School District Key: 300200397341
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Partially
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 537540.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 163000.00
  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Open, Poolside, Rear Yard, Private, Premium, Secluded, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 174240.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RA

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Green Remarks: 22KW Automatic Transfer Generator

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 377809
  • School Tax: 19972.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 24154.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 65-04 -0019.0800
  • Tax Lot: 0019.0800
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 5599
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 01/17/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: UNIONVILLE-CHADDS FORD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2019
Closed on
Jan 10, 2020
Sold by
Caputo Victoria C
Bought by
Chen Xiaoxiang and Gong Xingyin
Seller's Agent
Ian Bunch
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Serena Lin
KW Empower
List Price
$1,685,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$185,000
-10.98%
Current Estimated Value
$2,116,032

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$616,032
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$1,050,000
Outstanding Balance
$932,162
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,183,870

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1996
Sold by
C & C Builders Inc
Bought by
Caputo Anthony A and Caputo Victoria C
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
Chen Xiaoxiang $1,500,000 Nova Asbtarct Llc
Caputo Anthony A $698,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Xiaoxiang $1,050,000
Previous Owner Caputo Anthony A $1,000,000
Previous Owner Caputo Anthony A $500,000
Previous Owner Caputo Anthony A $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/17/2020 01/17/20 Sold $1,500,000 -10.7% $189 / Sq Ft
10/04/2019 10/04/19 Price Changed $1,679,000 -0.4% $211 / Sq Ft
04/12/2019 04/12/19 For Sale $1,685,000 0.0% $212 / Sq Ft
02/23/2016 02/23/16 Rented $5,500 -8.3% --
02/23/2016 02/23/16 Under Contract -- -- --
11/03/2015 11/03/15 For Rent $6,000 +33.3% --
02/28/2014 02/28/14 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
02/27/2014 02/27/14 Under Contract -- -- --
01/24/2014 01/24/14 For Rent $4,500 -- --
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 $28,040 $735,950 $163,000 $572,950
2024 $28,040 $735,950 $163,000 $572,950
2023 $27,143 $735,950 $163,000 $572,950
2022 $26,576 $735,950 $163,000 $572,950
2021 $24,674 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2020 $24,609 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2019 $24,154 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2018 $24,084 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2017 $23,579 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2016 $2,778 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2015 $2,778 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
2014 $2,778 $700,540 $163,000 $537,540
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT474870

Bright MLS

APN: 65-004-0019.0800