NOT LISTED FOR SALE

480 Font Rd Downingtown, PA 19335

Estimated Value: $453,534 - $531,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,979 Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2023

Last sale price $415,000 $210 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,790/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Springton Manor Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2023

Welcome home to 480 Font Rd where character and charm abound in the bucolic setting of Dowingtown Pennsylvania. While effortlessly exuding timelessness, this warm and inviting home also provides modern convenience and has been lovingly updated throughout. Combining prime location, sought after schools, exquisite detailing and thoughtfully designed spaces, this residence offers an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity. Originally, this home served as the school house for the village of Font and has been lovingly converted so history is at your fingertips, yet all you have to do is simply move in and enjoy. And if location is everything, then you have found a winner here. You are only minutes from all the area has to offer including multiple picturesque parks, cultural events, coffee shops, charming boutiques and culinary experiences. Additionally, from this location you have quick and easy access to numerous major commuting routes, such as Route 100 and the PA Turnpike, and peaceful retreats like Marsh Creek state park. While the setting of this property is sure to captivate you, the home itself offers equally incredible living. Step inside to discover a seamless fusion of classic design and modern convenience. The interior boasts spacious rooms, stunning hardwood flooring, and detailed moldings that reflect the craftsmanship you will find throughout this single family, 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath home. You cannot help but feel a sense of openness, peace, and tranquility as you explore this entire living space, perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing with friends and family. The heart of this home is the eat in kitchen country kitchen with a woodburning stove, center island and plenty of cabinet space for all your cooking needs. Truly an entertainer's delight, the kitchen is centrally located within the home and welcomes friends and family for year-round gatherings. To top it all off, right off the kitchen is a beautiful set of French doors inviting you outside to serene setting that looks out over the entire 1 acre corner lot. Whether you are looking for a great space for al fresco dining or simply unwinding, this area is the perfect setting for enjoying those crisp fall evenings around the fire pit as the leaves begin to change. While outside you will enjoy this entire property with plenty of green space for gardening and both kids, and pets, to run and play. And to further highlight the outdoors, the front yard provides well-manicured additional room to run along with a charming front porch for enjoying morning cups of coffee or unwinding after a long day and simply watching the world go by. Back inside, the first floor features and spacious living room, a creative home office or reading nook, first floor laundry and 2 well sized bedrooms. The first-floor master bedroom area is highlighted by ample closet space, a rare and welcome addition in a home with this much character. Upstairs in the finished loft area you will find a huge second master suite with an en suite full bathroom and additional walk in closet or storage space. Additionally, upstairs you will also find a very unique home office loft area that could easily also be used as a reading room, crafting area, gaming space or numerous other creative options. But it doesn’t stop there, back downstairs and right off the kitchen, you will find the steps to the finished basement that offers so much flexibility and additional living space with direct access to the driveway. Throughout this home you will see the love and care that has been put into the home by its current owners. Come and see for yourself, this is the home you have been dreaming of and you simply cannot ask for a better place to call home. Welcome and enjoy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Garry Rivell

(484) 467-3806 dave@swaynerealestate.com Swayne Real Estate Group, LLC Listed on: 10/05/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Galpin

(949) 246-8752 marygalpin11@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Group

Keller Williams Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,916

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

Home Design

  • Converted Dwelling
  • Block Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,979 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 4 Driveway Spaces
  • Private Parking

Schools

  • Springton Manor Elementary School
  • Lionville Middle School
  • Downingtown High School East Campus

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • On Site Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0028
  • Assessor Parcel Number 32-01 -0028

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,916

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Converted Dwelling
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Heated, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Partial, Partially Finished, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Basement Finished Percent: 80.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 40.00
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1979
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1979
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 199.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1979
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Roof: Metal, Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 4

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: On Site Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: SPRINGTON MANOR
  • High School: DOWNINGTOWN HS EAST CAMPUS
  • Middle Or Junior School: LIONVILLE

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Not In Development, Open, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Sideyard(s), Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2439.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2916.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32-01 -0028
  • Tax Lot: 0028
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DOWNINGTOWN AREA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2023
Closed on
Dec 11, 2023
Sold by
Parshall Christine A
Bought by
Decrescente Robert Thomas
Seller's Agent
Garry Rivell
Swayne Real Estate Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mary Galpin
Keller Williams Realty Group
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
5.06%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$482,884

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$67,884
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1992
Bought by
Parshall George B and Parshall Christine A
Source: Public Records

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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
Decrescente Robert Thomas $415,000 None Listed On Document
Parshall George B -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/15/2023 12/15/23 Sold $415,000 +5.1% $210 / Sq Ft
10/09/2023 10/09/23 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2023 10/05/23 For Sale $395,000 -- $200 / 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 $3,002 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2024 $3,002 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2023 $2,916 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2022 $2,845 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2021 $2,799 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2020 $2,783 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2019 $2,783 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2018 $2,783 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2017 $2,783 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2016 $2,506 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2015 $2,506 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
2014 $2,506 $85,410 $43,120 $42,290
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PACT2053790

Bright MLS

APN: 32-001-0028.0000