255 Buttonwood Rd
Description
Own a documented piece of Landenberg history at the Sharpless-Moore House—an important, carefully researched stone residence built in three distinct phases beginning in 1840, with documentation compiled by the New Garden Historical Group and the University of Delaware’s Center for Historical Architecture and Design. The evolution of the home can be read in its masonry, proportions, and room-to-room transitions, offering the kind of authenticity...Offer deadline of saturday at 6. MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED
Own a documented piece of Landenberg history at the Sharpless-Moore House—an important, carefully researched stone residence built in three distinct phases beginning in 1840, with documentation compiled by the New Garden Historical Group and the University of Delaware’s Center for Historical Architecture and Design. The evolution of the home can be read in its masonry, proportions, and room-to-room transitions, offering the kind of authenticity that can’t be replicated. Lovingly stewarded by the same owners since 1965, the property pairs true period character with a surprisingly airy, light-filled feel, set on two one-acre lots with long views to a picturesque stone spring house across the street. Step into the front entry hall and immediately appreciate the home’s charming craftsmanship: a main staircase anchors the center hall, a spiral stair rises from the dining room, and an additional stair continues to the third floor bonus rooms. Thick stone walls finished with classic “lamb chop” stucco create deep windowsills and substantial thresholds throughout, while random-width floors—chestnut, oak, and poplar, with pine on the upper levels—add warmth, texture, and provenance. Tall windows and thoughtful exposures keep the interiors remarkably bright and sunny. A wide side-porch entry allows for restful gathering, a cheerful small sun room/plant room for a bit of rest and reading, and a first-floor laundry/mud room adds practical function without compromising the home’s historic integrity. The generously sized open kitchen serves as the heart of the home with an adjacent pantry, abundant built-in closets and cabinetry throughout and vintage-appropriate hardware and fixtures that complement the period setting. Across the street, the charming stone spring house is a rare surviving reminder of how properties in this area once managed water and food storage before modern refrigeration. Traditionally used to capture and protect spring water, its stout stone construction and simple, functional form make it both historically meaningful and visually captivating. From the house and grounds, the view of this small landmark adds a storybook backdrop and a tangible connection to Landenberg’s agricultural past. From the house and grounds, the view of this small landmark adds a storybook backdrop and a tangible connection to Landenberg’s agricultural past • Two one-acre lots with views of the stone spring house
• Five bedrooms, plus two large third-floor rooms
• Three bathrooms (one on each level)
• Stone basement with root cellar
• Two-zone oil heat
Schedule your private showing to experience the Sharpless-Moore House’s layered history, enduring materials, and light-filled rooms in person."
- Listed by Karen J Burke • Patterson-Schwartz-HockessinP: (302)-540-4071 kburke@psre.com
Property Details for 255 Buttonwood Road
Property Details for 255 Buttonwood Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PACT2123718 |
| Days on Market | 6 |
| Taxes | $7,115 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1840 |
| Lot Size | 2.00 AC / 87,120 SF |
| County | Chester County |
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1Property Information for 255 Buttonwood Road
- School District Name: KENNETT CONSOLIDATED
- School District County ID: 300200397335
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- High School: KENNETT (CHESTER PA)
- County: CHESTER
- MLS Area: New Garden Twp (10360)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Assessed Value: $163,860
- Year Assessed: 2026
- Zoning: R10-RES & FARM
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,780.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
- Total SQFT: 3,780.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Basement Type: Full
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- Other Structure: Garage(s), Spring House
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Land Lease: No
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Features: Other
- Accessibility Features: None
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vt-idx.psre.com/HK32220
- Pool: No Pool
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
- List Agent URL: karenjburke.com
Property History for 255 Buttonwood Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2123718 | $359,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2123718 | $359,000 |
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Public Records for 255 Buttonwood Road
Schools near 255 Buttonwood Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 1 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 1 to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
New Garden El School Public1 to 5 | ||
Kennett Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Kennett High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Bancroft El School Public1 to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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