251 Bancroft Rd Kennett Square, PA 19348
Estimated Value: $767,000 - $1,124,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,100
Sq Ft
$306/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Stables
- View of Trees or Woods
- Colonial Architecture
- Kennett High School Rated A-
- 15.7 Acre Lot
- Wood Burning Stove
About This Home
As of August 2021Located just minutes from the active Borough of Kennett Square is a scenic 15.7 acres with a lovingly updated and expanded historic home, detached in law suite, bank barn and fenced pastures. The possible uses are endless for horses, livestock, raising your own eggs or growing your gardens, flowers or fruit. Updated kitchen features birch cabinets with granite counters, ceramic tile backsplash, stainless appliances, beamed ceiling and even a heated tile floor. Opening near the kitchen is a newer Sunroom/Den addition that functions as a place to relax and unwind. Heated floor and skylights combine with a gas fireplace and sliding doors leading to a beautiful pergola topped patio. Stone walls around the patio provide privacy as you enjoy a meal or coffee and watch your pasture friends. Large Dining Room and Living Room, with propane fireplace, allow for a quiet visiting area in the older part of the home. Breakfast area, with a butler's pantry, creates a PUB type feel with a bar, sink, wine frig and storage cabinets. Dramatic first floor Family Room/Office features a beamed ceiling and a woodstove on a brick hearth. Adjoining full bath and mud room allow for the perfect clean up area as well as storage for boots, coats and pet equipment and food. Second floor features a large owners suite complete with double closets, ceiling fan and a French door to you own outdoor balcony. Adjoining bath has a double vanity, tub/shower and a linen closet. Second floor laundry closet keeps all the laundry on the bedroom level. 3 additional bedrooms, newer hall bath and a sitting area, with custom built ins, complete the second and third floors. Bedrooms have unique custom features such as built in desks and makeup areas! Additional house features are central air, whole house generator and a root cellar for the history lovers. Bank Barn is ready for your horses with 4 matted stalls, tack/feed area and large hayloft area. Extra 5th stall, 8 acres of pasture, level riding area and 8 acres of woods, to explore and create trails, provides the perfect mix. 2 car detached garage with an attached storage/workshop area featuring shelves and a fireproof cabinet, is topped by an in law suite with a bath, kitchenette, Living Room/Bedroom combo and its own private balcony. Enjoy the porches on the main house, the charm of the 2 seater outhouse that has been turned into a garden shed and so much love and attention to detail in every category!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,805
Year Built
- Built in 1860 | Remodeled in 2012
Lot Details
- 15.7 Acre Lot
- Split Rail Fence
- High Tensile Fence
- Wire Fence
- Cleared Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 5 Driveway Spaces
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
Property Views
- Woods
- Pasture
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 3,100 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Stove
- Double Sided Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Electric Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Stream or River on Lot
- Patio
- Porch
Farming
- Bank Barn
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Run-In Shed
- Stables
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- Water Treatment System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- On Site Septic
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0051
- Clean and Green
- Assessor Parcel Number 60-01 -0051
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2021
Closed on
Aug 6, 2021
Sold by
Cummings Margaret R and Cummings James M
Bought by
Richard Catherine D
Seller's Agent
Erika Chase
Beiler-Campbell Realtors-Avondale
Buyer's Agent
Deborah Baker
Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$895,000
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,654
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.23%
Original Mortgage
$545,000
Outstanding Balance
$505,096
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$381,895
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 1991
Bought by
Cummings James M and Cummings Margaret
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Catherine D | $895,000 | Madison Setmnt Svcs Brandywi | |
| Cummings James M | $26,600 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Richard Catherine D | $545,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cummings James M | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cummings James M | $396,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Cummings James M | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cummings James M | $416,910 | |
| Previous Owner | Cummings James M | $417,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2021 08/06/21 | Sold | $895,000 | 0.0% | $289 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2021 05/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2021 05/06/21 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $289 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,158 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2023 | $5,952 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2022 | $5,865 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2021 | $5,805 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2020 | $5,695 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2019 | $5,618 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2018 | $5,530 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2017 | $5,417 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2016 | $610 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2015 | $610 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
| 2014 | $610 | $242,720 | $94,500 | $148,220 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Erika Chase
Seller's Agent in 2021
Erika Chase
Beiler-Campbell Realtors-Avondale
(610) 345-7101
14 in this area
160 Total Sales
-
Deborah Baker
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Deborah Baker
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 239-3002
8 in this area
75 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PACT535438
APN: 60-001-0051.0000
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