Seller's Agent in 2020
The Murphy Team LLC
Long & Foster
(484) 883-0499
3 in this area
96 Total Sales
278 Kennett Pike Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Estimated Value: $852,000 - $980,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,520
Sq Ft
$256/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- 2.7 Acre Lot
- Wood Burning Stove
- Kennett High School Rated A-
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of February 2020Unbelievable NEW PRICE for this custom-built, colonial style Cape Cod 4-bedroom home features first floor and second floor Master Suites; please be sure to see the floorplan document. Don't let the address of Kennett Pike fool you! This home sits approximately 300 feet back on a wooded lot and provides lots of privacy see more about this location in the listing document packet and be sure to view the virtual tour. Located at the end of a long, wooded driveway, this one-of-a-kind Cape Cod home was custom built to mimic a colonial Bow House . This home has the colonial era feel of a historic Chadds Ford home but is only 30 yrs old with all the modern amenities. Located just 2 miles from Longwood Gardens, this home sits on a magical 2.7 acre expanse of land adorned with 21 species of trees. This quality-built home has an undeniable warmth, unmistakable character, and has been elegantly enhanced with modern comforts. This home's distinctive style becomes evident beginning with the beautiful slate entryway and rich, 12 inch pine plank floors with rosebud nails throughout the majority of this home. Exceptional details include iron latches and accents, hand blown glass incorporated into the windows, plantation shutters on every window, built-in bookcases, 2 CT. Rumford brick fireplaces, a cozy corner woodstove in the kitchen which could heat the main level if needed, and so much more! You will enjoy a "Rutt " Kitchen with cherry cabinets, Corian counters, built-in desk, state of the art custom pantry, and dual-fuel cooking. The heated All-Seasons room with flagstone floor and Pella windows and doors provides a gorgeous view of the landscape outside and the perfect place to relax and unwind. Bonus features include a full linen closet in each bathroom, generous storage closets, a cedar closet, whole house fan, security cameras, operable shutters on the exterior of home, freshly painted cedar siding, dual zone heating and air conditioning, and updated hot water heater, septic system,and roof. Old world charm meets modern elegance in a valuable Chadds Ford location close to schools, parks, trendy shops, restaurants & night life, Winterthur, and so much more! Schedule a Showing Today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 696-1100 bill.smith@longandfoster.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS284953 Listed on: 06/12/2019
Co-Listed By
(302) 351-5000 maggie@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS317929
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,098
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 2.7 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Back and Side Yard
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 10 Open Parking Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 3,520 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Skylights
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Brick Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Wood Frame Window
- Family Room
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Views of Woods
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Oven or Range
- Stove
- Built-In Microwave
- Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Schools
- Mary Lang Elementary School
- Kennett Middle School
- Kennett High School
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Fiber Optics Available
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Storage Shed
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hamorton Woods Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0036
- Assessor Parcel Number 62-02 -0036
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 12, 2019
Closed on
Feb 21, 2020
Sold by
Bendett Mark P
Bought by
Thomas Joseph B and Thomas Kaitlyn M
Seller's Agent
The Murphy Team LLC
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Frank Panunto
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$502,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$97,400
-16.24%
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
$424,593
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.78%
Original Mortgage
$402,000
Outstanding Balance
$349,800
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$550,791
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2014
Closed on
Oct 15, 2014
Sold by
Wysham Joan B
Bought by
Benchmark Mortgage
Seller's Agent
Mary Keane
Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
Buyer's Agent
Terry Mulkins
Patterson-Schwartz-Newark
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.86%
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Joseph B | $502,500 | None Available | |
| Benchmark Mortgage | $480,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Thomas Joseph B | $402,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2020 02/26/20 | Sold | $502,500 | -4.3% | $143 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/14/2020 01/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/14/2019 10/14/19 | Price Changed | $525,000 | -4.5% | $149 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/09/2019 09/09/19 | Price Changed | $550,000 | -1.8% | $156 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/22/2019 07/22/19 | Price Changed | $560,000 | -2.6% | $159 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/24/2019 06/24/19 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -4.2% | $163 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2019 06/12/19 | For Sale | $599,900 | +25.0% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/15/2014 10/15/14 | Sold | $480,000 | -3.8% | $136 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/02/2014 09/02/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/20/2014 06/20/14 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $142 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,313 | $299,340 | $63,340 | $236,000 |
| 2025 | $12,030 | $299,340 | $63,340 | $236,000 |
| 2024 | $12,030 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2023 | $11,796 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2022 | $11,482 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2021 | $11,309 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2020 | $11,098 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2019 | $10,949 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2018 | $10,723 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2017 | $9,974 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2016 | $1,173 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2015 | $1,173 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
| 2014 | $1,173 | $295,000 | $63,340 | $231,660 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
The Murphy Team LLC
-
Michael McKee
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Michael McKee
Long & Foster
(610) 247-9154
8 in this area
435 Total Sales
-
Frank Panunto
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Frank Panunto
EXP Realty, LLC
(302) 598-0515
54 Total Sales
-
Mary Keane
Seller's Agent in 2014
Mary Keane
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 593-8690
16 Total Sales
-
Terry Mulkins
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Terry Mulkins
Patterson Schwartz
(302) 584-7300
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PACT480346
APN: 6202 00360000
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