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Last Sold Price
5 beds8,200 sqft
490 Byers Rd, Chester Springs, PA 19425
Single FamilyProperty Type
11.30 acresLot Size
1750Year Built
$162/sq ftPrice per sq ft
9 carsParking Spaces

Description

Set on an 11 acre hist. homestead, this once simple farmhouse constructed in 1745 boasts elegance beyond its beginnings. An architecturally compatible addition, designed by Archer & Buchanan & constructed by John Diament, blends 4 levels of elegant & smart living space with the fully restored original structure. The main flr offers an elegant LR & DR, an open plan Kitchen/Keeping Room & FR. The upstairs spaces incorporate a Master Retreat, 3 add. BRs & 2BA on the 2nd floor & a 3rd floor suite of...Set on an 11 acre hist. homestead, this once simple farmhouse constructed in 1745 boasts elegance beyond its beginnings. An architecturally compatible addition, designed by Archer & Buchanan & constructed by John Diament, blends 4 levels of elegant & smart living space with the fully restored original structure. The main flr offers an elegant LR & DR, an open plan Kitchen/Keeping Room & FR. The upstairs spaces incorporate a Master Retreat, 3 add. BRs & 2BA on the 2nd floor & a 3rd floor suite of rooms & intimate BA & can be accessed by the elevator. The garden level features entertaining space w/wet bar, an Office/Study & a Billiard Room. All levels are connected by a dramatic & sweeping helical staircase. Indoors & outdoors flow effortlessly into each other creating an perfect setting for festive occasions. The grounds include an expansive lawn & gardens, outdoor fireplace, a renovated stone bank barn, complete with INDOOR BASKETBALL COURT with maple floors, stables, floating tree house, & a fully stocked pond. Evoking a feeling of well being & permanence, this home is crafted to reflect its history!
  • Listed by: Cj Stein 484.713.2456 srgteam@steinrealtygroup.com • Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
  • Listed by: Elizabeth A Stein 610.639.1743 beth@steinrealtygroup.com • Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
Listing closed: 05/15/2018 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: 1000290377

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,390,000

Avg days on market

10

Sale-to-list ratio

96.6%

Chester Springs, PA

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Property Information for 490 Byers Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $14,773 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 33-01 -0020
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Levels/Stories: 3+
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: HARMONY FARM
  • Subdivision: HARMONY FARM (CHESTER PA)
  • Cross Street: TOWNSHIP LINE
  • Municipality: UWCHLAN TWP
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 8,200.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Good
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1750
  • Lot Size: 11.30 AC / 492,184 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: DOWNINGTOWN AREA
  • School District County ID: 300200397436
  • Elementary School: PICKERING VALLEY (CHESTER PA)
  • Middle Or Junior School: LIONVILLE (CHESTER PA)
  • High School: DOWNINGTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST CAMPUS (CHESTER PA)
  • County: CHESTER
  • MLS Area: Uwchlan Twp (10333)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water Body Type: Pond
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Assessed Value: $466,440
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $462,050
  • Land Assessed Value: $4,390
  • Land Use Code: F20
  • Zoning: R-R
  • Tax Lot: 0020
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 4
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Study, Other, Attic
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Builder Name: JOHN DIAMENT
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2005
  • Total Finished SQFT: 8,200.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
  • Total SQFT: 8,200.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 4
  • # Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Property Attached Y/N: false
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0X0
  • Lot Features: Irregular, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
  • Sign On Property: No
  • Location Type: Pond
  • Parcel ID: 280987
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Other
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 3
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Wood Stove, Air Filter System, Water Treat System, Elevator, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Stall Shower, Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Access To Pool Y/N: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Radiant, Zoned, Energy Star Heating System, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating Fuel: Bottled Gas/Propane
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: Underground, 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.steinrealtygroup.com

Property History for 490 Byers Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 15, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #624694556

$1,325,000

+3.1% / yr

May 15, 2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1000290377

$1,325,000
Mar 1, 2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1000290377

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/15/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #624694556

$1,325,000

+3.1% / yr

05/15/2018

Closed

BRIGHT #1000290377

$1,325,000
03/01/2018

Pending

BRIGHT #1000290377

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 490 Byers Road

Taxable ValueLand$95,930Additions$462,050Total$557,980
Tax Record2026$21,258 ($1,772 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt6,610 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,610 SqFtStories2Lot Size492,184 SqFtStyleFarmsYear Built1745Year Renovated2005ZoningPICCountyCHESTERAPN3301 00200000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 490 Byers Road

This home is within Downingtown Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6
Rating
School
Distance
Pickering Valley El School
PublicK to 5

Lionville Middle School
Public7 to 8

Downingtown High School East Campus
Public9 to 12

Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center
Public6

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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