The Benjamin Jacobs House circa 1790 posted on the National Register of Historic Places for its unique architectural details. Surrounded by Chester County Park grounds the 2.6 acre setting is truly beautiful with 100+ year old trees and views of the "Great Valley". This wonderful estate offers many potential uses as permitted by the zoning code including; Guesthouse, Inn, Cultural Studio, Eating/Drinking Establishment, Professional Office and many more. Though in need of renovation the solid stone structure presents; a dramatic front to back foyer, two large formal rooms with marble fireplaces, a step down family room with an angular bay seating area, spacious kitchen, study and a main level laundry room. The upper floors include 2 bedrooms with fireplaces plus 3-5 additional bedrooms and 2 baths. Other important features include covered porches, arched windows, two staircases, deep window sills, hardwood flooring, period trim and many historic details throughout. Come see this awesome piece of history and appreciate all of its potential. Call today for your personal appointment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
2.6 acresLot Size
$163Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Thom Betz• BHHS Fox & Roach Malvern-Paoli
•610-647-2600 (broker)
•kathie.ramer@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Terry Musser• Coldwell Banker Hearthside Realtors-Collegeville
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.6 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
4,360
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
4102 00840400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
It is the intent of this district to provide for continued low density, single-family residential development compatible with established use patterns and appropriate because of the relative remoteness from major commercial areas and transportation routes. Clustering development provisions provide flexible development options where special consideration is given to preservation of slopes, woodland and open space and where public water and centralized sewer facilities are provided. The district is designed to protect existing patterns of development and to encourage the compatible development of vacant land for similar types of development. It is intended that the development will occur where it will minimize impact on the natural environment and promote the preservation of natural features.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Agriculture
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Lot
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
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
# of Rooms: 20
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Marble
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Fixer
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 321 X 392
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 4,360
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Propane, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Bottled Gas/Propane
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA
Location Information
Cross Street: SWEDESFORD
Directions: From Lancaster Ave: North on Ship Road, cross Swedesford, property on the right.
Municipality: WEST WHITELAND TWP
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,360
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Chester County
APN: 4102 00840400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Exton El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
J R Fugett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
6/10
West Chester East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
8/10
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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 100° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$678,000 – $820,000
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