Just outside the Village of Gum Tree, off of Gum Tree Rd is this charming 3 bedroom turn-of-the century farmhouse nestled in a hidden countryside of Highland Township. This home has the wonderful charm of the original farmhouse with its wood floors and living room fireplace. A nice addition provides the necessities for today's lifestyle. It includes a master bedroom with open-beamed ceiling, master bath and walk-in closet. The kitchen, with cherry cabinets and breakfast room, has ample windows specifically designed to overlook the beautiful countryside. Relax and enjoy the special view of the adjoining fields which can also be savored from the sunny porch. This nicely maintained home has 3 manageable acres with a small barn/storage shed. It is not often a property of this size is available among such a generous amount of open space. Overall, this is a lovely home with the charm of a country property yet minutes fr Rt 30, Rt 1 & Rt 41 (Acker Rd is a dead-end township road, and not a private or shared drive.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Amy McKenna• BHHS Fox & Roach-Unionville
•610-347-2065 (broker)
Listed by • BHHS Fox & Roach-Unionville
•610-347-2065 (broker)
Bought with Amy McKenna• BHHS Fox & Roach-Unionville
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
2,324
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
4506 00690000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
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Agricultural Preservation District
In promoting the policies of the Highland Township Comprehensive Plan, the purpose of this district is to: Encourage the continued agricultural use on soils classified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture within agricultural capability Class I, Class II, and Class III, as listed in Appendix 5-2 of this Ordinance; Accommodate the residential needs of those employed in agriculture at a density compatible with agricultural use; Accommodate commercial activities which arc carried out on farm properties and involve principally the sale of farm products; Preserve open space and the rural character of the Township; Protect prime agricultural soils and existing farmland and reduce development pressure that negatively impact agriculture; Provide development options so that properties may be subdivided for development as to protect the viability of the remaining land for agricultural production; and Limit the type and amount of non-agricultural uses within the district in order to lessen conflicts between agricultural and non-agricultural uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher
Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, CeilngFan(s), Wood Stove, Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $140,880
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2001
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Other Structures: Above Grade, Shed
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 200X800
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $44,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,324
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $184,980
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $7,977
Utilities
Utilities Information
Oil, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Propane
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: OCTORARA
Middle Or Junior School: OCTORARA
High School: OCTORARA AREA
School District Name: OCTORARA AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: GUM TREE
Directions: Fr Blow Horn (Rts 82 & 841): Take 841 to 1st R (Chapel Rd): Make L on Gum Tree; Travel ~1 mile to Acker on L: cont down drive to home at end of Acker
Municipality: HIGHLAND TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,324
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Chester County
APN: 4506 00690000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
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Schools
Octorara Primary Learning Center
Public K-2 • Assigned • 3.6mi
Octorara Area Junior-Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$570,000 – $690,000
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