PRICE JUST REDUCED!! Live in Chester Springs for under $400,000! Welcome to 1963 Art School Road, a storybook cottage overlooking your very own private pond. Meander up a gravel road in Chester Springs and you'll find a perfect little hideaway for the weekend or a place to call home to each evening. Built in 1949 and set on 4+ acres of land this charming cape cod is filled with original details such as; original hardwood floors, vintage checkered tile in the kitchen with a dutch door leading to a wood paneled front room with a wood burning stove and windows with original hardware. A large gathering room is the ideal spot for relaxing, resting or entertaining friends & family. Upstairs you'll find a large master bedroom with full bath, dressing room & den. Walk into this bright and sunny home and you'll feel like you never want to leave. Attached to the home is a 1 car garage and workshop. A quick walk across the driveway and you'll find a 2nd home (1965 Art School Road), which makes a perfect guest house or income property. The front door welcomes you into this cozy home with a wood burning stove in the corner, large kitchen and 2nd floor loft space that overlooks the family room. With 1 bedroom and 1.5 baths, this second home is ready for guests or renters alike. Both homes enjoy privacy and scenic views. Exploring septic system solutions on property & new well pump. $400 annual fee for maintenance of the gravel lane.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,829
Year built
1949
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Chester County
APN
3401 00190100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
RC
Residential and Conservation District
In addition to the general goals listed in the statements of Purpose, Section 102, and Community Development Objectives, Section 103, the purpose of the RC-Residential and Conservation District is to: Protect open space resources and reduce development pressure on those portions of the Township that are environmentally sensitive.; Support and protect the agricultural industry by directing residential development to identified growth areas e.g., RD-Residential Development District.; Provide for water resource protection by reducing demand on the potable water supply, limiting soil erosion and stormwater runoff, and reducing contamination and runoff into the Pickering and Pine Creeks through appropriate growth management techniques.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Communications tower
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Attached Garage, Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Entry Location: Living Room
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Wood Stove
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $120,160
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Stucco
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: 2nd House
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0X0
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $122,710
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,829
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $242,870
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Annual Amount: $7,807
Utilities
Utilities Information
Oil, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: DOWNINGTOWN AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: MILLER ROAD
Location Type: Pond
Municipality: WEST PIKELAND TWP
Waterfrontage Information
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Pond
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,829
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3.9 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Chester County
APN: 3401 00190100
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Pickering Valley El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
10/10
Lionville Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
8/10
Downingtown High School East Campus
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
24% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chester Springs, PA • 19425
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$565,000 – $684,000
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