281 Upper Gulph Road
Description
Inside, a stone-floored foyer offers an immediate glimpse of the home's thoughtfully designed living spaces. Rich hardwood floors extend throughout both the first and...Well appointed Colonial in sought after Shand Tract neighborhood. A winding flagstone path leads to the front door of this idyllic painted-white Colonial, where classic farmhouse styling is enhanced by charming cedar shake accents and beautifully curated landscaping. Expanded driveway in the rear provides ample space to park many cars.
Inside, a stone-floored foyer offers an immediate glimpse of the home's thoughtfully designed living spaces. Rich hardwood floors extend throughout both the first and second levels, lending warmth and continuity throughout the home. The formal living room is both sophisticated and welcoming, with moody navy walls, extensive custom shelving, and a centrally positioned fireplace that creates a natural gathering place.
A wide cased opening connects to the dining area and continues into the heart of the home—a stunning sun-filled kitchen where sea glass-hued cabinetry pairs beautifully with white quartzite countertops and brushed gold hardware. Skylights, a wall of windows, and French doors bathe the space in natural light while opening to a deep flagstone terrace designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. A suite of premium appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, four-burner gas range with griddle, farmhouse sink, and illuminated display cabinetry, combines exceptional function with timeless style.
Just beyond, the spacious family room features a vaulted ceiling, fireplace, decorative paneling, and sliding doors that open to a second terrace shaded by mature canopy trees. A generously sized mudroom with family entrance provides direct access to the attached garage, while a beautifully appointed powder room with vessel sink completes the main level.
Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. The bright white bath features a seated shower, washstand-height vanity, and window for natural light. Exceptional storage includes a wall of double closets flanking the suite entrance, along with an additional fully outfitted closet providing exceptional storage space. Three additional bedrooms share an updated hall bath with tub shower and ample hallway storage; select family bedrooms feature carpeting underfoot, offering an added layer of comfort and coziness.
The lower level is designed for the rhythms of everyday life, offering a large recreation and television area with plenty of room for exercise equipment, hobbies, or play. A spacious laundry room is equally well considered, featuring lacquered cabinetry and expansive folding counters.
The backyard is truly one of the home's most enchanting features. A stone terrace spans the full length of the house, creating multiple spaces for dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Beyond, a storybook archway draped in climbing roses opens to lush gardens and an exceptionally deep rear lawn. With room for play, gatherings around a fire pit, and convenient shed storage, the grounds offer a rare sense of space, beauty, and possibility. Numerous updates including a new HVAC System.
Beautifully updated yet rich in character, this is a home that feels both timeless and effortlessly welcoming—a truly idyllic setting for everyday living.
Location
Sold By Keller Williams Main Line
$7,586 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$6,793
$793
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1Property Information for 281 Upper Gulph Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $9,515 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: Chester County
- Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
- Tax ID Number: 43-11F-0017
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Colonial, Transitional
- Levels/Stories: 3
- Waterfront: No
- Garage: Yes
- Expected On Market Date: 06-04-2026
- Subdivision: SHAND TRACT
- Subdivision: SHAND TRACT (CHESTER PA)
- Municipality: TREDYFFRIN TWP
- Total Parking Spaces: 1
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: Yes
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,563.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: 500.00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: 500.00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
- New Construction: No
Building Information
- Stories: 3
- Year Built: 1952
- Lot Size: 0.69 AC / 30,057 SF
Location
- School District Name: TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN
- School District County ID: 300200396605
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: CHESTER
- MLS Area: Tredyffrin Twp (10343)
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $243,150
- Year Assessed: 2026
- County Tax: $1,255
- Improvement Assessed Value: $140,500
- City Town Tax: $1,048
- Land Assessed Value: $102,650
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: R10
- Historic: No
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Tax Lot: 0017
- School Tax: $7,211
- School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half 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: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,063.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,563.00
- Total SQFT: 3,063.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Shake Siding
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Vaulted Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement Type: Sump Pump, Fully Finished
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard
- Location Type: Suburban
- Parcel ID: 322932
- Additional Parcels: No
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Garage Features: Inside Access
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Island, Built-Ins, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Carpet, Kitchen - Table Space, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Built-In Microwave
- Accessibility Features: None
- Door Features: Sliding Glass
- Laundry Type: Lower Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ozwrkw3olqh6iw01m5hjb/IMG_7504.MOV?rlkey=m50gzvvssiitedmh3dtfzezew&dl=0
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
- Horse: No
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Property History for 281 Upper Gulph Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | Closed BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,272,500 | — |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #149707838 | $1,272,500 | +3.8% / yr |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Pending BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | — | |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,295,000 | — |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,395,000 | — |
| Aug 15, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1496178125 | $1,100,000 | +4.7% / yr |
| Aug 15, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Jun 3, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | — | |
| Jun 3, 2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | — | |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | $995,000 | — |
| Sep 2, 2015 | Closed BRIGHT #1003570439 | $800,000 | — |
| Aug 26, 2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #556329785 | $800,000 | +7.0% / yr |
| Jul 21, 2015 | Pending BRIGHT #1003570439 | — | |
| Jul 9, 2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003570439 | $850,000 | — |
| May 16, 2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #244298541 | $490,000 | — |
| May 16, 2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1003271363 | $490,000 | — |
| Mar 20, 2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1003271363 | — | |
| Dec 4, 2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003271363 | $535,000 | — |
| Oct 31, 2007 | Expired BRIGHT #PACT324230 | $550,000 | — |
| Aug 3, 2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT324230 | $595,000 | — |
| Nov 30, 1994 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE441816 | $310,000 | — |
| Oct 25, 1994 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE441816 | — | |
| Aug 9, 1994 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE441816 | $329,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 | Closed BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,272,500 |
| 07/16/2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #149707838 | $1,272,500 +3.8% / yr |
| 06/23/2026 | Pending BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | — |
| 06/09/2026 | Price Change BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,295,000 |
| 06/04/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2126888 | $1,395,000 |
| 08/15/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1496178125 | $1,100,000 +4.7% / yr |
| 08/15/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | $1,100,000 |
| 06/03/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | — |
| 06/03/2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | — |
| 06/01/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT2025900 | $995,000 |
| 09/02/2015 | Closed BRIGHT #1003570439 | $800,000 |
| 08/26/2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #556329785 | $800,000 +7.0% / yr |
| 07/21/2015 | Pending BRIGHT #1003570439 | — |
| 07/09/2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003570439 | $850,000 |
| 05/16/2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #244298541 | $490,000 |
| 05/16/2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1003271363 | $490,000 |
| 03/20/2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1003271363 | — |
| 12/04/2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003271363 | $535,000 |
| 10/31/2007 | Expired BRIGHT #PACT324230 | $550,000 |
| 08/03/2007 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PACT324230 | $595,000 |
| 11/30/1994 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE441816 | $310,000 |
| 10/25/1994 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE441816 | — |
| 08/09/1994 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE441816 | $329,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public records
281 Upper Gulph Road
Beds
4Baths
2.5Total Finished SqFt
2,563 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
2,563 SqFtStories
2Lot Size
30,057 SqFtSchools near 281 Upper Gulph Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Devon El School PublicK to 4 | ||
Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Valley Forge Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Conestoga Senior High School Public9 to 12 |
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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 281 Upper Gulph Road, Wayne, PA 19087 | $1,272,500 | 4 | 3 | 3,063 | 30,057 |
– | 4 | 2.5 | 1,588 | 30,057 | |
$405,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,400 | 7,360 | |
$575,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,500 | 16,100 | |
$592,500 | 4 | 2 | 2,116 | 30,057 | |
$935,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,959 | 8,740 | |
$625,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,488 | 9,100 | |
$490,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,700 | 8,740 | |
– | 3 | 1 | 1,536 | 9,100 | |
– | – | 4 | 3,507 | – | |
$1,025,000 | 6 | 6 | 6,018 | 31,311 | |
$675,000 | 5 | 4 | 3,437 | 29,667 | |
$690,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,656 | 42,200 | |
– | 3 | 2 | 1,488 | 8,820 | |
$660,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,550 | 8,960 | |
– | 3 | 2 | 1,600 | 8,960 |
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