Here are the key deets about this awesome single family 55+ home: Location, Location, Location! It's in the popular Downing Forge community in Downingtown, PA. Super convenient—just off the Route 30 bypass and close to all the shopping in Downingtown and Exton. Amenities Nearby: You can literally walk to the community clubhouse, pool, and the tennis/pickleball courts. Get active! Sweet Curb Appeal: Private lot with a double driveway leading to a one-car attached garage. Big Bonus: It comes with a whole house generator! No need to worry about power outages. One-Floor Living: Everything you need is on the main level—perfect for easy living. Open and Airy: It has an open-concept layout with gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen Goals: The kitchen is the heart of the home, expanded and updated with beautiful cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sweet eating area with built-ins. Outdoor Chill Zone: There's a slider off the kitchen leading to a private deck, patio, and backyard—great for relaxing. Bedrooms: It features a second bedroom that can totally work as a den or guest room (TV is included!). Plus, the Primary Bedroom Suite is spacious with a walk-in closet (with built-ins!) and an updated Primary bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower. Full Hall Bath: Right near the second bedroom. Current owner has replaced the roof and all the windows within their ownership. Basement Potential: There's a semi-finished basement with some cabinets, an island, and a sink (the previous owner was a wine maker!). You could easily finish it for more living space or keep it as storage. Community Perks: Club house, beautiful pool, tennis courts, Bocce court , exercise room, and Hot Tub included in the monthly HOA fee for all your active adults activities. DON’T WAIT ON THIS ONE!!!!
Est. $2,657 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1703 Open Hearth Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PACT2125688
Aug 25, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$294/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Pending
—
May 23, 2026
Listed
$550,000
$294/sq ft
TREND #5973099
Aug 27, 2012
Sold
$220,000
$118/sq ft
Jul 31, 2012
Pending
—
Jun 18, 2012
Price Changed
$244,900
$131/sq ft
May 7, 2012
Price Changed
$254,000
$136/sq ft
Nov 13, 2011
Listed
$269,000
$144/sq ft
+15
BRIGHT MLS #1004574652
Aug 27, 2012
Sold
$220,000
$118/sq ft
Jul 25, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Nov 13, 2011
Listed
$244,900
$131/sq ft
+15
"Not too big - not too small - just right!" This bright single home is set in an "over 55" community. Located in a quiet setting within the neighborhood, this home has the convenience of true one-floor living. An open floor plan with a welcoming great room and separate dining room. The large eat-in kitchen has a sunny exposure and ample area for a breakfast room as well as desk space for a home office. The garage has convenient entrance into the laundry room adjacent to the kitchen. The main bedroom has a bath and there is a full guest bath for the 2nd bedroom. Loads of storage in the full basement. A central Clubhouse with tennis court, exercise room and swimming pool hosts many community activities. Excellent shopping in Downingtown, Exton and Thorndale is just minutes away. Community is also convenient to the Downingtown and Thorndale SEPTA train stations.
BRIGHT MLS #1009106316
Jan 17, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2010
Listed
$289,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 5, 2001
Sold
$204,748
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,603 (+4.2%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2025
$7,296 (+4.1%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2024
$7,011 (+2.1%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2023
$6,866 (+5.3%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2022
$6,519 (+3.2%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2021
$6,314 (+1.7%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2020
$6,209 (+1.9%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2019
$6,094 (+5.7%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2018
$5,765 (+3.5%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2017
$5,569 (+5.9%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2015
$5,257 (+2.1%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2014
$5,148 (+2.9%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2013
$5,002 (+2.3%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2012
$4,892 (+2.8%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2011
$4,757 (+2.9%)
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
2010
$4,623
$27,050 + $107,840
$134,890
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,868
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
3902 01220000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
R-3
Medium Density Residential District
The R-3 Zoning District generally contains areas with medium-density residential uses, woodlands, steep slopes, stream valleys and carbonate geology zones, as well as public, municipal and institutional uses. Subdivision and land development activity should be carefully planned and encouraged as either infill development or to serve as a transition between areas of low to high residential densities. Conservation management practices should be encouraged to preserve or maintain the existing natural features, habitats and resources features.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
Directions: From Route 30 Bypass Westbound, Exit at Route 322 exit in Downingtown, L on Rt 322 to L on Rock Raymond Rd , past Downingtown Middle School, just under the Route 30 bypass R into Downing Forge and quick L on Open Hearth to house on L.
Municipality: CALN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,868
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1,700 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Chester County
APN: 3902 01220000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Reeceville El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
4/10
Coatesville Intermediate High School
Public 8-9 • Assigned • 4.6mi
4/10
Coatesville Area Senior High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
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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, 14 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Downingtown, PA • 19335
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$522,000 – $631,000
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