Come and tour 1471 Poorhouse Rd, an alluring 3-bedroom, 2-bath with a unique floor plan located on a serene and private 2.8 acre lot in the highly desired Downingtown Area School District! The lower level makes a statement with a newly designed dining room/kitchen combo getaway highlighted by recessed lighting, granite countertops, a nice space for your families dining table, a large breakfast bar, an abundance of cabinets and a walk-in butler style pantry with coffee station— everything you need in one spot! Enjoy the luxury of gourmet cooking in this area as well as the convenience of an updated laundry and storage space nearby. The mid level boasts a bright living room featuring stunning hardwood flooring, plenty of room to entertain, multiple closets for storage, and several windows allowing for natural light to bring together the warm and welcoming atmosphere. You’ll find a conveniently located full bathroom and sizable bedroom which can also double as an office space. Next, escape upstairs to a third floor where you will find another renovated full bathroom and two more carpeted bedrooms with ample closet space and room to spread out. This home offers many wonderful outdoor elements abutting a large, private fenced in yard and a detached 2-door tandem style garage allowing for even more storage or finishing options. Envision drinking coffee on your screened in back porch facing the vast fenced area and wooded acreage past, or entertaining guests and grilling on the back flagstone patio. This property is secluded yet close to restaurants, shopping, and major roadways. This home has been beautifully updated and features many newly installed utilities, including a brand new septic system! Come experience all this yourself and schedule a tour today!
Fantastic property over 2.5 acres with a fenced in area great for dogs or other critters and a vast area beyond the fence line where you can run, walk, hike or bike on trails thru the forest right on your very own beautiful property! Adorable house featuring a unique floor plan with kitchen/dining room on lower walk-out level along with a great enclosed porch and laundry room. Main level features living room & bedroom or office/den with hardwood flooring and a fabulous updated full bath! Upper floor features 2 spacious bedrooms and another full bath! Both the property and the home are unique and amazing! Just a short drive to Highland Orchards, downtown Downingtown, Victory Brewery, and super easy access to 322! Short sale, being sold as-is.
BRIGHT MLS #1009691630
Jul 3, 2013
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2013
Listed
$225,000
$157/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT186642
Jun 28, 2002
Sold
$147,000
$103/sq ft
May 2, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Dec 20, 2001
Listed
$147,000
$103/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT308812
Dec 13, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Dec 13, 2000
Listed
$144,900
$101/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT307648
Aug 11, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Nov 9, 1999
Listed
$148,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,525 (+2.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2025
$5,384 (+5.1%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2024
$5,123 (+3.0%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2023
$4,975 (+2.5%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2022
$4,852 (+1.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2021
$4,771 (+0.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2020
$4,744 (+1.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2019
$4,670
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2018
$4,670
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2017
$4,670 (+0.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2015
$4,639
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2014
$4,640
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2013
$4,640 (+2.1%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2012
$4,543 (+1.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2011
$4,467 (+2.5%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2010
$4,358
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
Tax history for 1471 Poorhouse Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,525 (+2.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2025
$5,384 (+5.1%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2024
$5,123 (+3.0%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2023
$4,975 (+2.5%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2022
$4,852 (+1.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2021
$4,771 (+0.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2020
$4,744 (+1.6%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2019
$4,670
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2018
$4,670
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2017
$4,670 (+0.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2015
$4,639
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2014
$4,640
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2013
$4,640 (+2.1%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2012
$4,543 (+1.7%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2011
$4,467 (+2.5%)
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
2010
$4,358
$74,110 + $73,910
$148,020
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
980
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
5002 00190000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
The purpose of the R-1 Residential District is to provide for low-density housing, open space and related activities in areas most likely to remain rural in character. To assure a healthful water supply and the safe disposal of sewage waste.