Anne Townes
Compass RE
(484) 755-3794
85 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$655,000 Price
478 Kennett Pike Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Pennsbury AreaEstimated Value: $468,000 - $793,870
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,648
Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Federal Architecture
- Barn or Farm Building
- Garden View
- Hillendale Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
About This Home
As of August 2022Here is your chance to own a piece of history in a prestigious Chadds Ford location! Welcome to the Windle- Sharpless House! This classic , federal style home dates back to 1840 and offers the ability to own a small estate with a 4 bed, 2.5 bath single family home, detached 2 car garage and small bank barn on a 1.4 acre lot nestled between Wilmington and Longwood Gardens. This home. conveniently close to DE/PA border is located in the celebrated Unionville-Chadds Ford school district. It is loaded with historic charm, beautiful original woodwork, attractive built-ins and offers a lovely secluded backyard. There are large and inviting living room and family room spaces, a formal dining room, charming breakfast room, a kitchen updated by Waterbury in the 1990s, and an enclosed porch area as well as a half bath. The second floor features a primary suite with en suite bath and 3 other spacious bedrooms with a hall bath. On the upper level there are two large flex spaces which could be used as your yoga studio, craft area etc. Outdoors there is a great flat back yard as well as a patio and barn with lots of potential uses. Photos are from a previous listing and are used with permission. This property is being sold as -is but come check out the potential for some inspiration and TLC to restore it to its former grandeur. Historical information about the property is provided courtesy of and with thanks to the Pennsbury Township Historical Commission, however, Seller can make no independent representations as to its accuracy. Step back in time and explore all this home has to offer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(610) 444-5537 kenenochs@compass.com Compass Pennsylvania LLC License #RS328256 Listed on: 06/21/2022
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,706
Year Built
- Built in 1840 | Remodeled in 2004
Lot Details
- 1.4 Acre Lot
- Chain Link Fence
- Level Lot
- Historic Home
- Property is in below average condition
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,648 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Elevator
- Crown Molding
- 3 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Garden Views
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Schools
- Hillendale Elementary School
- Charles F. Patton Middle School
- Unionville High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- On Site Septic
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Mobility Improvements
- Suburban Location
- Barn or Farm Building
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 0025
- Assessor Parcel Number 64-005-0025.00
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 21, 2022
Closed on
Aug 2, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Bigler
Compass Pennsylvania LLC
Buyer's Agent
Karen Wheeler
Keller Williams Realty Group
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
5%
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
$278,968
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.40%
Original Mortgage
$378,000
Outstanding Balance
$357,075
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$341,893
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Chadds Ford, PA
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Anne Townes
-
Gretchen Apps
Gretchen Apps
RE/MAX Excellence - Kennett Square
(302) 279-5514
61 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$1,625,000 Price
-
Perri Ann Evanson
Perri Ann Evanson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
(484) 435-3149
91 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$1,350,000 Price
-
Jean Gross
Jean Gross
Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
(484) 826-8921
90 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$846,000 Price
-
James Rice
James Rice
Real of Pennsylvania
(856) 517-8544
185 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$950,000 Price
-
John Bell
John Bell
RE/MAX Integrity
(484) 989-9360
72 Total Sales
1 in Pennsbury
$425,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $420,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $400,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $378,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $320,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2022 08/02/22 | Sold | $420,000 | 0.0% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2022 07/20/22 | Price Changed | $420,000 | +5.0% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2022 06/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/21/2022 06/21/22 | For Sale | $400,000 | -- | $151 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,094 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2025 | $10,242 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2024 | $10,242 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2023 | $9,913 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2022 | $9,706 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2021 | $9,466 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2020 | $9,441 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2019 | $9,266 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2018 | $9,239 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2017 | $9,044 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2016 | $1,069 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2015 | $1,069 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
| 2014 | $1,069 | $269,590 | $61,250 | $208,340 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Suzanne Bigler
Seller's Agent in 2022
Suzanne Bigler
Compass Pennsylvania LLC
(302) 598-3634
22 Total Sales
-
Karen Wheeler
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Karen Wheeler
Keller Williams Realty Group
(570) 352-8802
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PACT2025756
APN: 6405 00250000
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