Welcome Home to 217 Downing Road nestled on 2.6 private acres offering a majestic countryside view. As you approach via the private circular drive you will enjoy your first glimpse of this magnificent all brick estate home and all it has to offer. The main level of this home offers an expansive family room with high ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors, an impressive fireplace with beautiful floor to ceiling stone surround and a raised hearth, and hidden behind the beautiful rustic doors you will find a wet bar for entertaining and a laundry area. This room has a triple panel sliding door that opens to the front of this home with a beautiful private view and two skylights flooding this room with natural light. Just off the family room you will find the dining room offering a fireplace with floor to ceiling brick and raised hearth, gleaming hardwood floors and sliders leading out to the slate patio making the outdoor entertainment area an extension of this great home…not to mention the majestic countryside view. On this level you will also find the beautifully updated kitchen with miles of granite counters, newer appliances, an abundance of beautiful cabinetry, tile backsplash, ceramic tile floor and windows overlooking the in-ground pool and back yard. This level also has a powder room. Up a few steps you will find the spacious and private master suite which offers a wall of windows allowing lots of natural light creating a warm and airy feel and an amazing view of the property. The master suite also offers a spacious walk-in closet, gleaming hardwood floors and a master bathroom. This level also offers 2 nicely sized bedrooms, with newer carpet and wonderful built-ins with one bedroom offering private access to the beautifully updated hall bathroom. Just a few steps down you will find the terrific lower level, a world of its own, that offers another brick fireside family room, a wonderful kitchenette, 2 nicely sized bedrooms with extensive built-ins, a full bath and laundry with additional storage. This level opens to a bright sun room that provides access to the backyard. This lower level would make a wonderful in-law, au pair or “kids are back” suite, or just extra space for family or visiting friends. Moving outside you will feel like you are in an exclusive vacation resort. The fantastic in-ground pool offers an expansive deck area to relax and enjoy the tranquil view while the pool house offers a wet bar to enjoy an afternoon beverage and a convenient storage area. When your entertainment plans are more lavish you will enjoy the stand-alone entertainment building with a professional kitchen for ease of entertaining just awaiting your personal touches……. a true entertainer’s delight. The oversized detached 2-car garage provides plenty of space for cars and additional storage with convenient access to the house and pool area. Additionally, there is a pole barn on the property which is an ideal storage area for lawn equipment, motorcycles, boats or whatever storage is needed. This estate home is in the Award Winning Downington Area School District and the STEM Academy and is in a fantastic location, close to Bell Tavern Park, WAWA, Wegmans, Regal Movie Theater along with a variety of fine and casual restaurants and shopping. If Golf is your game you will find that the Whitford and Downingtown Country Clubs are only minutes away. For ease of travel Routes 30, 202, and the PA turnpike are nearby along with several major corporate centers. This home with all it has to offer won’t last long so schedule your visit today and make this home YOUR HOME tomorrow!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
2.6 acresLot Size
$193Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leann Murphy• RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square
•610-325-4100 (broker)
•mdadamo@remax.net (broker)
Listed by Matthew Murphy• RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square
•610-325-4100 (broker)
•mdadamo@remax.net (broker)
Bought with Shi McGuire• Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone
Honey Stop the Car! Don't drive by this fantastic 5BR/3.5BA estate home in Downingtown. The private roundabout drive leads you to a tucked away oasis with 2.6 acres of scenic views. The home has a brand new kitchen with granite counters, new appliances, cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, ceramic tile floors and windows overlooking the in-ground pool and back yard. The remaining main level of the home offers a dining room with hardwood floors, a brick fireplace and sliders out to the slate patio for those beautiful nights. An adjoining expansive family room that boasts hardwood floors, another brick fireplace, sliders to the front of the home and a wet bar for entertaining. This level also has a brand new powder room for convenience. Up a few stairs to the upper level you will find the master suite which is large and has a wall of windows that overlook the property and makes the room bright. The master suite also has hardwood floors, a spacious walk-in closet and master bathroom. The upper level finishes with 2 nicely sized bedrooms, with built-ins and one has private access to the hall bathroom. The lower level offers a carpeted family room with brick fireplace, kitchenette, 2 nicely sized bedrooms w/ built-ins, a hall bathroom and laundry room. This level also has a bright sun room that provides access to the backyard. The lower level can be used as an in-law suite or separate apartment. Moving outside, the fantastic in-ground pool, gazebo and deck area are a perch to view the open space and orchard on the property, while the pool house (with wet bar) is a convenient storage area and place for refreshments. Also on the property is a stand-alone entertainment building with a professional kitchen for the party people. Additionally, there is a pole barn on the property with separate access for house boats, RVs, large trucks or whatever other storage is needed. The home has a detached 2-car garage and provides separate parking and access to home and pool area. This estate home is in a fantastic location, close to Bell Tavern Park, Wegman's shopping center, Whitford & Downingtown Country Clubs, major routes (route 30, 202, PA turnpike), entertainment, and corporate centers. Highly regarded Downingtown Schools, including the STEM Academy. You have to see this one in person, make an appointment today!
Public Records
Oct 30, 1998
Sold
$65,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,546 (+3.2%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2025
$11,185 (+5.0%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2024
$10,653 (+2.9%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2023
$10,351 (+2.5%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2022
$10,101 (+1.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2021
$9,937 (+0.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2020
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2019
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2018
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2017
$9,881 (+0.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2015
$9,819
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2014
$9,820
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2013
$9,820 (+2.0%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2012
$9,623 (+1.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2011
$9,468 (+2.4%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2010
$9,246
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
Tax history for 217 Downing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,546 (+3.2%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2025
$11,185 (+5.0%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2024
$10,653 (+2.9%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2023
$10,351 (+2.5%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2022
$10,101 (+1.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2021
$9,937 (+0.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2020
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2019
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2018
$9,882
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2017
$9,881 (+0.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2015
$9,819
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2014
$9,820
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2013
$9,820 (+2.0%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2012
$9,623 (+1.6%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2011
$9,468 (+2.4%)
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
2010
$9,246
$68,990 + $232,280
$301,270
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.6 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
4,366
Year built
1957
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Chester County
APN
4002 00666000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-1
Low Density Single-Family Detached Residential District
It is the purpose of this district to provide for limited density of residential development while preserving environmentally sensitive natural features and scenic landscapes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
Directions: Rt 30 West, Right on Bell Tavern Rd, Right on Downing Rd, Left onto private drive at 217 just before the bend to go onto Old Kings Highway, House is on left
Municipality: EAST CALN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,366
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.6 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Chester County
APN: 4002 00666000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
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Schools
Uwchlan Hills El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Lionville Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Downingtown High School East Campus
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
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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 102° 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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Downingtown, PA • 19335
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$800,000 – $968,000
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