NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 Retford Ln West Chester, PA 19380

Estimated Value: $567,640 - $650,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,249 Sq Ft
$269/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2014

Last sale price $325,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 86% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,686/month

72 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Mary C Howse Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2014

Tucked away in such a convenient spot close to the elementary school and middle school. The perfect little neighborhood on a private cul-de-sac, you'll think you are in your own little paradise. Walk on to a breezy front porch, and enter a foyer area and big open living space. A wide staircase, a big kitchen with views out the windows to the pool, enjoy bird watching on the deck outside your eat in area. Tastefully decorated, this charming 4 bedroom single home with a finished lower level, private back yard and a beautiful and inviting built in pool is sure to be a great place to call home. Hardwood floors on the whole first floor. Includes a new and updated powder room, spacious eat in country kitchen with an outside entrance to a huge deck, perfect for barbecues. New Corian counters, with bar stool room, a step down den/study tucked in the corner that can be used as a formal dining room if that's better for your needs. The second floor has a roomy landing with a giant master bedroom with soaring ceilings and a walk in closet, a skylight and freshly cleaned newer carpeting. Three other BIGGG bedrooms are freshly painted and a NEW Bathroom round out the 2nd floor. In the lower level, perfect for a play room is a giant area with a wood stove and tons of storage closets. One for the games, one for the pool supplies??it goes on and on. Perennial gardens abound. Wait 'til you see when the beauty unfolds in your private back yard oasis. Fenced yard perfect for your pets with "extra space" for composting and ease of landscaping. A storage shed is also included in the yard. The house has ceiling fans throughout and a whole house fan.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Arleen Pecone

RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester License #RS193029L Listed on: 04/09/2014

RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester

Last Buyer's Agent

Jason Lewis

Compass RE License #RS-0019915

Compass RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,951

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Mary C. Howse Elementary School
  • Peirce Middle School
  • B. Reed Henderson High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0067
  • Assessor Parcel Number 41-08C-0067

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,951

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, Wood Stove, Breakfast Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2249
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2249
  • Net Sq Ft: 1889.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 172.05
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1889
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 360
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Shed
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric, Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: WEST CHESTER AREA
  • Elementary School: MARY C. HOWSE
  • Middle School: PEIRCE
  • High School: B. REED HENDERSON
  • School District Key: 300200397342
  • Elementary School: MARY C. HOWSE
  • High School: B. REED HENDERSON
  • Middle Or Junior School: PEIRCE

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 128050.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 35960.00
  • Land Use Code: R10
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.60
  • Lot Dimensions: 0 X 0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 26305.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R2

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 307639
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3951.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 41-08C-0067
  • Tax Lot: 0067
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 07/31/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2016
Sold by
Ersheid Alison L and Smith Brenda W
Bought by
Ersheid Alison L
Current Estimated Value
$604,910

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,500
Interest Rate
3.43%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2014
Closed on
Jul 28, 2014
Sold by
Hamond Mark and Hamond Mindy
Bought by
Ersheid Alison L and Smith Brenda W
Seller's Agent
Arleen Pecone
RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
Buyer's Agent
Jason Lewis
Compass RE
List Price
$329,900
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.49%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.76%
Original Mortgage
$319,113
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 1994
Sold by
Turner William C and Turner Mary A
Bought by
Hamond Mark and Hamond Mindy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,200
Interest Rate
5.62%
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
Ersheid Alison L -- Global Title Inc
Ersheid Alison L $325,000 None Available
Hamond Mark $174,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ersheid Alison L $348,000
Closed Ershied Alison $315,500
Closed Ersheid Alison L $319,113
Previous Owner Hamond Mark $139,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $325,000 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
06/20/2014 06/20/14 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2014 05/29/14 Price Changed $325,000 -0.6% $145 / Sq Ft
05/22/2014 05/22/14 Price Changed $326,900 -0.9% $145 / Sq Ft
04/09/2014 04/09/14 For Sale $329,900 -- $147 / 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 $4,754 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2024 $4,754 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2023 $4,543 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2022 $4,482 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2021 $4,416 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2020 $4,386 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2019 $4,323 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2018 $4,227 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2017 $4,131 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2016 $3,522 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2015 $3,522 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
2014 $3,522 $164,010 $35,960 $128,050
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003562779

Bright MLS

APN: 41-08C-0067.0000