Countryside living in southern Devon! Thoughtfully renovated and updated Chester County fieldstone home from 1804 and 1839, with thick stone walls and deep windowsills. The property is nearly two acres and is surrounded by extensive preserved acreage, providing views that will never change. Porch and terrace for enjoying the outdoors. Custom eat-in family kitchen with large Wolf range, radiant-heated stone floor, island with farmhouse sink and natural quartz countertop, and lovely views. Unexpectedly large dining and living rooms with oak floors. The fireplace in the living room is wood-burning. A half bath and closet complete the first floor. Two staircases lead upstairs. Spacious primary bedroom on the second floor with multiple closets and beautiful views. Primary bathroom has a large walk-in shower with privacy from the sink area and its own view. This bathroom can be accessed privately from the primary bedroom or from the hall. The second bedroom has a fireplace, built-in bookshelves and cabinetry. A third smaller bedroom completes the second floor. The third floor has a bedroom and a full bathroom with a long tub/shower. Walk-in attic for storage. Original wood floors on this level. Front porch runs the length of the main house and has been renovated to last, with azek porch floors and PVC railings. The front yard is fully fenced and has exquisite landscaping. There is a one car garage and attached storage shed. Natural gas generator to automatically cover power outages. One of a kind home and property. The Waterloo Mills Preserve neighbors much of the property. Walking trails are only on the other side of Waterloo Road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1839Year Built
1.9 acresLot Size
$518Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Fryberger• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
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Market trends in 19333, PA
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
109.6%
+0.5% MoM
Median sale price
$1.2M
$111K MoM
Avg. days on market
14d
10 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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5 MoM
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Sale history for 840 S Waterloo Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PACT2055600
Jan 17, 2024
Sold
$1,015,000
$323/sq ft
Nov 14, 2023
Contingent
—
Nov 9, 2023
Listed
$989,000
$315/sq ft
Nov 7, 2023
Coming Soon
$989,000
$315/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 2014
Sold
$599,000
$191/sq ft
TREND #6368364
May 21, 2014
Delisted
—
May 21, 2014
Sold
$599,000
$191/sq ft
May 20, 2014
Pending
—
Apr 11, 2014
Listed
$599,000
$191/sq ft
+19
BRIGHT MLS #1003562835
May 21, 2014
Sold
$599,000
$191/sq ft
Apr 11, 2014
Listed
$599,000
$191/sq ft
+19
A rare opportunity to own a charming fieldstone farmhouse in the historic village of "Waterloo Mills" ? listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located on 1.9 acres this 100+ year old home has newer systems, original millwork, beautiful hard wood floors, 3 fireplaces and expansion opportunities. The Brandywine Conservancy is the best neighbor ? owning the adjacent 27.8 acre property as well as Waterloo Mills Preserve, 170 spectacular acres of preserved open space on the other side of S. Waterloo Road. Property being sold in As-Is condition. Please Note:1.Tax records show 840 S. Waterloo as 860 S. Waterloo which is the adjacent 27.8 acre property w/ converted barn owned by Brandywine Conservancy. 2. Property part of Nat'l Historic District & a Conservation Easement held by Brandywine Conservancy - for details on restrictions contact Listing Agents. Aerial Photo of Property shows eased portion of property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,319 (+2.0%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2025
$14,038 (+4.3%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2024
$13,460 (+7.0%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2023
$12,586 (+2.8%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2022
$12,241 (+2.2%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2021
$11,976 (+2.9%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2020
$11,643 (+2.9%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2019
$11,318 (+1.8%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2018
$11,122 (+2.3%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2017
$10,871 (+13.4%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2015
$9,586 (+2.2%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2014
$9,375 (+1.2%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2013
$9,265 (+3.4%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2012
$8,958 (+2.6%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2011
$8,729 (+2.6%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2010
$8,510
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
Tax history for 840 S Waterloo Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,319 (+2.0%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2025
$14,038 (+4.3%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2024
$13,460 (+7.0%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2023
$12,586 (+2.8%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2022
$12,241 (+2.2%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2021
$11,976 (+2.9%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2020
$11,643 (+2.9%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2019
$11,318 (+1.8%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2018
$11,122 (+2.3%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2017
$10,871 (+13.4%)
$143,350 + $217,520
$360,870
2015
$9,586 (+2.2%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2014
$9,375 (+1.2%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2013
$9,265 (+3.4%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2012
$8,958 (+2.6%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2011
$8,729 (+2.6%)
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
2010
$8,510
$114,210 + $223,430
$337,640
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
82,764
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
3,140
Year built
1839
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
5505 00280000
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 20, 2026.
AA
Residential District
The AA Residential District is intended to: Provide for farming, conservation, recreation and low-density single-family detached dwellings on lots of sufficient size for on-lot sewage disposal systems; Facilitate agriculture, conservation, recreation, low-density residential and open space uses that preserve the remaining natural resources within this area; Protect streams, valleys, vegetation and the natural contours and condition of the land; Facilitate the conservation and proper utilization of groundwater supplies and control of pollution, surface water flooding and erosion.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Shared Driveway, Private
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $217,520
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2014
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $143,350
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,140
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,613
County Tax: $1,642
School Tax: $9,330
Tax Assessed Value: $360,870
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $12,586
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN
High School: CONESTOGA SENIOR
School District Name: TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: CHURCH RD
Directions: From Newtown Rd or Church Rd to S. Waterloo Rd. turn into driveway at 860 S Waterloo Rd and follow driveway to 840 S Waterloo Rd.
Municipality: EASTTOWN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,140
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1839
Year Renovated: 2014
County: Chester County
APN: 5505 00280000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Beaumont El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Conestoga Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Devon, PA • 19333
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.54M – $1.87M
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