Handsome Chester County stone farmhouse on 2.2+/-ac in picturesque North Coventry Township and nestled among sycamore and cherry trees, ancient lilacs, perennials and wildflowers! Offering an abundance of wild life and an array of birds, this homestead is just a few minutes walk to Coventry Woods with 702 acres of preserved land with walking trails, picnic pavilions and community events. * * * * This incredible farmette is rich with history and tucked away in an area of the township known as "Free Love Valley", It was named such based on a mid 19th century religious sect that once roamed the valley. * * * * The original home was a stone and log cabin dating back to the mid 1700's. A stone addition was added in @1860 and the most recent addition in @1960s. The craftsmanship is of an era gone by, with deep windowsills, hand-hewn beams, oak and pine wide-plank flooring. It is truly a step back in time to a more peaceful period. * * * * Enter the heart of the home, a gathering area with oak flooring, hand hewn beamed ceiling and stone fireplace (with electric insert) which steps down to the great room enhanced with deep window sills, hand-hewn beamed ceilings and hardwood floors. The kitchen area is simple and practical and offers an eating area, with island with butcher block top, hardwood flooring and beamed ceiling. Adjoining the kitchen is a sun drenched dining room with hardwood floors, beamed ceilings (with a hidden trap door opening access, to the 2nd floor, to more easily move furniture) as well as a slider to the deck for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment of nature and wildlife! Completing the first floor is a powder room with pedestal sink. * * * * Entry to the 2nd floor is through a charming spiral staircase. There is a large landing area with hardwood floors and could be used as a reading or sitting area. This level offers 3 generous sized bedrooms. Bedroom 1 offers hardwood flooring, a spacious closet and skylight and features the hidden trap door opening under the bed for movement of furniture. Bedroom 2 offers hardwood flooring, beamed ceiling and a spacious closet. Bedroom 3 offers hardwood floors, beamed ceiling and spacious closet. The 3rd floor attic area features an abundance of storage space. * * * * The basement level houses the laundry and utilities. * * * * The oversized open barn/garage offers great storage and area for parking. The spring house is fed by 3 springs which comes from South Coventry and Deer Park water * * * The home is well cared for and offers many newer Andersen windows, 200 amp electric, well pump, tank and lines replaced in 2024, oil heat and hot water replaced in 2021. * * * * Seller desires to sell the property in 'as is' condition.
Est. $2,441 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1717 Unionville Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PACT2124862
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$530,000
$221/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 19, 2026
Listed
$499,900
$209/sq ft
May 17, 2026
Coming Soon
$499,900
$209/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT105682
Dec 16, 2008
Sold
$320,000
$134/sq ft
Nov 13, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 26, 2007
Listed
$350,000
$146/sq ft
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Lovely Historic Farmhouse on secluded & serene 2.2 acres along a quiet country road in North Coventry Township, but close to shopping, restaurants, and major highways. Totally remodeled, yet has been kept true to era. First floor features stone FP, fin wood floors, deep windowsills, beamed ceilings, new addition w/ sliders to deck, updated powder rm, lrg updated eat-in kit w/ island & lots of counter space, dbl sink, built-in DW & Range. Go up spiral stairway to 2nd floor you will find 3 nice sized BR's, new BA, beamed ceilings, fin wood flrs, and a trap door to move large items upstairs. The floored attic is a walk-up w/ lots of space for storage or a play room. Thick walls keep it cool in the summer & warm in the winter. Parking is in a carriage shed garage. Other features: A stone wishing well w/ fountain, a pergola, and stepping stones to the original Spring House. This home is in move-in condition w/ new windows. .
BRIGHT MLS #PACT328568
Jul 8, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 8, 2007
Listed
$384,900
$161/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT330116
Jan 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Nov 1, 2006
Listed
$389,900
$163/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1987
Sold
$185,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,857 (+2.3%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2025
$4,747 (+4.1%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2024
$4,561 (+1.4%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2023
$4,497 (+2.1%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2022
$4,405 (+1.8%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2021
$4,328 (+2.6%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2020
$4,219 (+1.9%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2019
$4,141 (+2.8%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2018
$4,030 (+2.7%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2017
$3,925 (+6.4%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2015
$3,688 (+1.6%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2014
$3,629 (+2.0%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2013
$3,558 (+2.0%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2012
$3,488 (+2.0%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2011
$3,418 (+2.2%)
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
2010
$3,345
$36,880 + $70,810
$107,690
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,396
Year built
1885
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
1702 01260000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RC
Resource Conservation District
The purpose of this district is: To foster the protection and conservation of sensitive environmental resources, including streams, floodplains, wetlands, wet soils, steep slopes, woodlands, areas of low or variable groundwater yields, prime agricultural soils, and areas conditionally suitable for on-site sewage disposal systems.; To encourage and promote continued agricultural, open space, recreation, and conservation uses.; To protect groundwater resources in the Township and to maintain the water balance within this district by applying the principles of the Green Valleys Association Sustainable Watershed Management Program.; To allow for low density residential development consistent with the purposes of this district and compatible with existing land uses.; To limit the residential demand for public services and facilities in areas which generally lack adequate transportation facilities and public utilities to serve a suburban population.; To encourage the conservation of steep slopes, stream valleys, agricultural lands, woodlands, and other natural resources through the provision of development options that allow for flexible designs, promote open space preservation, and support groundwater sustainability.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Communications tower
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Carport Spaces: 2
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 7
Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
Asphalt Driveway
Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Attic, Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Bathroom 1, Attic, Half Bath