At the end of the elongated private driveway, you will be amazed to find this secluded oasis! 81.5 well-manicured acres and an updated farm in beautiful rural Chester County. This pristine lot is a blend of open/tillable land, woods, frontage to a tributary of the White Clay Creek and offers varied terrain. The property contains a fully renovated climate control cottage with every luxury amenity imaginable (sleeps 5 comfortably) perfect for a weekend retreat, or live there while building your dream home. Plenty of onsite storage available. Whether you are looking for a horse or crop farm, a hunting get-away, gentleman’s estate, or just your own private sanctuary where you can hike, bike, and enjoy nature at its best, this is for you! In addition to the many valuable Hickory & Walnut trees throughout the farm, the owners recently planted over 580 trees creating the perfect private haven. Property is not in a conservancy. Located in close proximity to DE & MD; convenient to shopping, historic sites; walking distance to a popular local vineyard, Crossan Park and so much more! The possibilities are endless. This one-of-a-kind opportunity will not LAST long!
Vacant landProperty Type
81.5 acresLot Size
$0Price/Acres
Listed by Marguerite Argelander• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
•302-239-3000 (broker)
•ssedita@psre.com (broker)
Bought with Marguerite Argelander• Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin
Welcome to Deerfield, one of Landenberg s Best Kept Secrets! This pristine 81.5 acre farm has been maintained in thoughtful stewardship by the current owners for over 26 years, and exemplifies the rural beauty of Chester County. The property s varied terrain and blend of open/tillable land, woods, and over 2200 feet of frontage along a major tributary of the White Clay Creek is a prime location to create your own special oasis. Perfect for a horse or crop farm, hunting camp, gentleman s estate, or just your own private sanctuary where you can hike, bike, 4 wheeling and commune with nature at its finest. The property contains the former stable that has been converted to a rustic camp cottage perfect as a weekend retreat or live there while building your dream home. Full development rights have been retained by the owners and property is not in any conservancy so new owners are free to subdivide with no roll back taxes. There are many valuable Hickory, Walnut, etc trees throughout the farm. This is one property well worth your time and attention. Close proximity to PA, DE & NJ, Shopping, Hospitals, Historic Sites, etc.
BRIGHT MLS #PACT460562
Jan 1, 2020
Sold
$1,250,000
Oct 8, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2019
Price Changed
$1,390,000
Jun 6, 2019
Price Changed
$1,490,000
Mar 26, 2019
Listed
$1,590,000
+26
BRIGHT MLS #1000280192
Sep 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 2018
Listed
$1,695,000
BRIGHT MLS #1003279733
Dec 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Oct 17, 2017
Listed
$1,600,900
BRIGHT MLS #1007525634
Aug 25, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 25, 2016
Listed
$1,600,900
BRIGHT MLS #1007432108
Jun 26, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 26, 2015
Listed
$1,900,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,975 (+58.7%)
$27,630 + $613,130
$640,760
2025
$17,628
$330,000 + $83,720
$413,720
Tax history for 494 Chesterville Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,975 (+58.7%)
$27,630 + $613,130
$640,760
2025
$17,628
$330,000 + $83,720
$413,720
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
81.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
7,686
Year built
2025
Style
Ranch
County
Chester County
APN
7205 00110000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
AR
Agricultural/Residential District
The Agricultural/Residential District AR has been created to encourage the use of prime agricultural soils for cultivation and to conserve critical environmental areas by maintaining a relatively low density. The AR District has been located along roads which cannot accommodate high traffic volumes. The use of on-site domestic waste disposal systems shall be provided in order to help replenish the supply of groundwater.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Jun 2, 2025 • Final
Hd - well permit - geo/gshp closed
Grading
Heat pump
HVAC
May 29, 2025 • Final
Hd - sewage permit - new sewage
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
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Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Other Structures: Carriage House, Garage(s)
Lot Information
Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Rural, Sloping
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Current Use: Agriculture, Recreation, Residential
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $350,000
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $14,198
Utilities
Utilities Information
200+ Amp Service
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Electric Available
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School: AVON GROVE
School District Name: AVON GROVE
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: 896 S to left on Chesterville Rd(841) to property on Right.
Municipality: FRANKLIN TWP
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Creek
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,686
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 81.5 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 2025
Year Renovated: —
County: Chester County
APN: 7205 00110000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
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Schools
Avon Grove Intermediate School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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Fred S Engle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Avon Grove High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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