NEW PICTURES coming soon! A loving home on tree lined residential street ready for another generation of memories. The roof covered Entry welcomes you to 516 Richards Road into large living room with custom stone built stone fireplace currently propane which could reverse to wood burning FP if desired. Master bedroom, full bath on first floor along with den/office, full sun drenched kitchen with separate spacious eating area. Surprise Bonus expanded sunroom off kitchen w/ new carpet. 2nd floor offers 3 more bedrooms along with half bath. Huge amount of storage and closets. Bring your creativity to this solidly built home. Full basement offers many possibilities with multiple work areas, laundry and small garage with outside entry for lawn mower and equipment. Excellent location, within walking distance to the YMCA, Post Office, Library, Park as well as all the Uptown Kennett Shops, Restaurants, Boutiques and fun events!
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$293Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Helene Donohue• BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester
•610-431-1100 (broker)
•matt.didomenico@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Karen Galese• RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
2 separate parcels, one amazing, affordable price for this sweet, 4 Bedroom bungalow-type home, which has been lovingly cared for since 1942 and expanded upon to accommodate it's original family owners. The time has come for a new family to upgrade and update to their taste. The home is being sold in "as is" condition and has the convenience of a driveway off Richards Road as well as an additional driveway off of Penn Street. Enter through the front door and admire the site laid crisp hardwood floors throughout much of the home, as they have been tucked behind carpeting for 40 + years. The spacious Lr/ Dr boasts of a natural Graystone corner , gas fireplace and leads you into the ample kitchen with adjoining spacious Breakfast room. There is Large bedroom with stunning hand done and built-in shelving and cabinetry . Another room can be a bedroom as it has a full size closet, but it is a perfect study/office , adorned with more hand made woodworking and shelving. A large , enclosed porch/ playroom , and additional welcoming room are in rear of home . The full bath is on the main level and has tasteful gray ceramic tile walls and and Bath tub w/ shower . The 2nd floor has 3 more bedrooms with hardwood flooring and more handcrafted woodworking. there is a half bath on the 2nd level , as well as a small room suitable for a sewing room /reading room. The basement of this home is quite unique , as it houses the under home oversize , as well as a woodworking room with work bench, and full basement area complete with with wine cellar and laundry room. The 2nd parcel is a buildable lot. .. a true prize in the Borough. Both are walking distance to the YMCA, Post Office, Library, as well as all the "Uptown Kennett" Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Boutiques and all fun events. .. .Mushroom Festival, Parade, New Years' Eve Mushroom Drop, Third Thursday Street Dining, and such more! A true gem being offered in today's bustling local market! Be the first to schedule a tour on July 28th. Please Note: Listing consists of 2 separate parcels. .. 2 separate deeds. .. .. see attached Chester County MapTax Parcels: 03-03-0108.. .. .03-03-0110. Underground tank will be removed and certified by seller prior to settlement.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,756 (+3.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2025
$5,568 (+3.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2024
$5,398 (+3.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2023
$5,233 (+9.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2022
$4,783 (+0.9%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2021
$4,740 (+1.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2020
$4,660 (+1.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2019
$4,605 (+2.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2018
$4,497 (+1.6%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2017
$4,426 (+6.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2015
$4,149 (+1.3%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2014
$4,095 (+2.0%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2013
$4,015 (+4.9%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2012
$3,827 (+2.8%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2011
$3,721 (+5.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2010
$3,519
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
Tax history for 516 Richards Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,756 (+3.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2025
$5,568 (+3.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2024
$5,398 (+3.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2023
$5,233 (+9.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2022
$4,783 (+0.9%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2021
$4,740 (+1.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2020
$4,660 (+1.2%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2019
$4,605 (+2.4%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2018
$4,497 (+1.6%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2017
$4,426 (+6.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2015
$4,149 (+1.3%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2014
$4,095 (+2.0%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2013
$4,015 (+4.9%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2012
$3,827 (+2.8%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2011
$3,721 (+5.7%)
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
2010
$3,519
$33,810 + $76,970
$110,780
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,652
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
0303 01080000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
The purpose of the R-2 District is to encourage single-family detached homes at low density, that fit with the purpose as set forth in section 23-3 of this chapter, and maintain land use compatibility within existing areas. Residential uses will be protected from incompatible adjacent uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Basement Garage, Built In, Garage - Rear Entry, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Concrete Driveway, Paved Driveway, Private
Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Dryer - Electric, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater