$655,000
SOLD JUL 22, 2025

1396 Bittersweet Ln West Chester, PA 19380

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft
0.59 Acres

Recently Sold

$331 Per Sq Ft

14% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Exton Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 1396 Bittersweet Lane, located in the highly desirable West Chester Area School District.
This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. Step into the inviting foyer, which leads to a bright living room featuring stunning, oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. Just off the living room is the spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with ample cabinetry and convenient access to the back patio—ideal for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Down the hall, you’ll find a generous family room with a cozy fireplace, seamlessly connecting to an oversized sunroom, which also opens to the patio for even more entertaining space. A well-equipped laundry room with shelving and a powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the large primary suite features a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms share a full hallway bath, providing plenty of space for family or guests. Other thoughtful updates include a fresh coat of paint throughout, brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a new kitchen fridge. Nestled in the peaceful Bittersweet neighborhood, this home offers privacy while still being just minutes from parks, restaurants, shopping, and major commuter routes. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Dickerman Covington

(610) 363-4383 lauren@dickermanteam.com Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton Listed on: 06/18/2025

Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton

Co-Listed By

Tricia Kiddie

(610) 580-3299 tricia@dickermanteam.com Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton License #RS339648

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Norman-Jones

(610) 806-2209 lnormanjones@mkgre.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,916

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 0.59 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,980 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • J.R. Fugett Middle School
  • West Chester East High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bittersweet Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0169
  • Assessor Parcel Number 41-06N-0169

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,916

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Home and shed appliances and contents in its 'as is' present condition with no monetary value, including 2 window AC units.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 6/18/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 1396 Bittersweet Lane, located in the highly desirable West Chester Area School District. This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. Step into the inviting foyer, which leads to a bright living room featuring stunning, oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. Just off the living room is the spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with ample cabinetry and convenient access to the back patio—ideal for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Down the hall, you’ll find a generous family room with a cozy fireplace, seamlessly connecting to an oversized sunroom, which also opens to the patio for even more entertaining space. A well-equipped laundry room with shelving and a powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the large primary suite features a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms share a full hallway bath, providing plenty of space for family or guests. Other thoughtful updates include a fresh coat of paint throughout, brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a new kitchen fridge. Nestled in the peaceful Bittersweet neighborhood, this home offers privacy while still being just minutes from parks, restaurants, shopping, and major commuter routes. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1980
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1980
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 290.40
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1980
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1396

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
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • 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
  • Middle School: J.R. FUGETT
  • High School: WEST CHESTER EAST
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200397342
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • High School: WEST CHESTER EAST
  • Middle Or Junior School: J.R. FUGETT

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.59
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 25878.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3738.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4916.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 41-06N-0169
  • Tax Lot: 0169
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1980
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/22/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2025
Closed on
Jul 21, 2025
Sold by
John Janis A and Browne Sherri L
Bought by
Santangelo David M and Santangelo Lauren
Seller's Agent
Lauren Dickerman Covington
Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Norman-Jones
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
13.91%
Views
35

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.23%
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Outstanding Balance
$523,111
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$132,258
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $655,000 Sage Premier Settlements
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $524,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Sold $655,000 +13.9% $331 / Sq Ft
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2025 06/18/25 For Sale $575,000 -- $290 / 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 $4,767 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2024 $4,767 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2023 $4,556 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2022 $4,494 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2021 $4,428 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2020 $4,398 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2019 $4,335 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2018 $4,238 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2017 $4,142 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2016 $3,532 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2015 $3,532 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
2014 $3,532 $164,450 $45,810 $118,640
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT2100596

Bright MLS

APN: 41-06N-0169.0000