Own a piece of American History! If you have been looking for an AMAZING blend of LOCATION, HISTORY & MODERN day living, you will truly appreciate this unique Fieldstone Colonial with detached Garage/Workshop backing to the Schuylkill River Trail. Situated on 1.88 acres in desirable Owen J Roberts School district, this 1763 farmhouse has been beautifully renovated with top quality upgrades and attention to detail, while maintaining its original historical architectural features. Inside, the highlight of this home is the newly renovated Kitchen. This custom created space presents top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, dove-tail cabinetry, pantry with pull out drawers, farm sink, hand-painted tile flooring and oversized garden window. Off the kitchen is a wonderful area for entertaining guests. Beautiful hardwood floors are found in the remaining areas of the main level and complement the formal Dining Room and cozy Reading Nook with custom built-ins and one side of the original double-sided fireplace with stone hearth. The other side of the stone fireplace is the spacious Living Room that also features a built-in office with marble desktop. New flooring flows through the second floor, that offers a serene Master Suite with dual walk-in closets with custom organizers and bath with travertine tiled shower and soaking tub, plus two additional Bedrooms, with ceiling fans, that share a Hall Bath. A Laundry closet is also found on the second floor, making that chore a breeze. A third floor features a fourth Bedroom, along with an unfinished storage area(with rough-in for future bathroom) that could be easily finished into a fifth bedroom. Outside, a patio overlooks the professionally landscaped lot with lovely perennial gardens, formal hedges, specimen trees, and a lush lawn. The carriage style, detached 2-car garage includes workshop space, perfect for an in-home business or contractor and unfinished loft space(again, with rough-in for future bathroom) for storage needs or convert it into a guest suite. A bonus accessory building with electricity, was once used as a potting shed and chicken coop, and can now be used as a playhouse, she-shed, or garden center. This amazing location is within walking distance to the Schuylkill River Trail and a short drive to the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Routes 422/23/724, King of Prussia, Phoenixville, and Great Valley. You MUST see this home to truly appreciate its beauty!
Single-familyProperty Type
1763Year Built
1.88 acresLot Size
$274Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Branden Hydutsky• RE/MAX Professional Realty
Renovated Farmhouse with outside storage/garage great for contractor/home-based business. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history & a home that's been beautifully renovated throughout w/ incredible attention to detail & top quality upgrades! Newly renovated throughout & meticulously maintained, this incredible 1763 fieldstone colonial retains its original historical architectural details, yet incorporates brand new top of the line modern conveniences & state of the art mechanicals for today's fine living. The light-filled kitchen w/ custom-built bay window is a chef's delight, with marble counters & marble-topped island, sleek custom-designed slate backsplash & top-of-the-line S/S appliances. Entertain guests in the spacious living room w/ original double-sided stone fireplace. Living room also has a built-in office w/ marble desktop. Relax fireside w/ a good book in the study w/ stone fireplace. Retreat to the master bedroom en-suite w/ custom walk-in closet and beautifully appointed bath w/ travertine tile shower, new fixtures and a separate soaking tub. There are three additional well-proportioned bedrooms & room for a spacious fifth bedroom already plumbed for another bath. This energy efficient home boasts Pella windows throughout, a brand new 50 year cedar shake roof, state of the art HVAC system and new mechanicals. The oversized two car garage (also w/ new Pella windows & new roof) offers a huge workshop & additional storage. The second floor of the garage could be easily converted to a spacious separate guest house. Relax in the professionally landscaped back yard (1.88 acres) w/ its park-like setting. Extensive landscaping includes formal hedges & specimen trees. Exterior features include newly pointed fieldstone, new dry stack stone walls around property, & new Belgian block walkways. Additional upgrades include whole house re-wiring & new electrical service, new plumbing, new Pella doors & windows, new GE Cafe S/S appliances, new Baldwin door & cabinet hardware throughout, plantation wood blinds throughout, new exterior lighting including Malibu lights, extra large newly expanded & paved driveway, new fence surround for trash/HVAC area, new Carrier Infinity heat pump w/ programmable thermostat, new Kenetico water softener & complete drinking water filtration system. Property subject to billboard lease agreement. Property also available for Lease (MLS #7078045). Owner holds a PA Real Estate License
BRIGHT MLS #1008109994
Jun 6, 2017
Listing Removed
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Dec 22, 2016
Listed
$498,000
$189/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008030350
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
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May 23, 2016
Listed
$498,000
$189/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007938782
Apr 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 18, 2015
Listed
$515,000
$196/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007846680
Nov 17, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jun 3, 2015
Listed
$533,000
$202/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007763746
Jun 8, 2015
Listing Removed
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Feb 3, 2015
Listed
$534,000
$203/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007637816
Aug 29, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jun 25, 2014
Listed
$595,000
$226/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 10, 2007
Sold
$475,000
$180/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT108084
Feb 6, 2007
Listed
$475,000
$180/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT356496
Jul 6, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2006
Listed
$499,900
$190/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT338006
Jun 10, 2006
Listing Removed
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Apr 29, 2006
Listed
$514,900
$196/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 25, 1994
Sold
$140,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1988
Sold
$30,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,093 (+8.7%)
$56,550 + $129,390
$185,940
2025
$7,447 (+3.8%)
$45,280 + $129,390
$174,670
2024
$7,175 (+2.7%)
$45,280 + $129,390
$174,670
2023
$6,986 (+1.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2022
$6,872 (+1.8%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2021
$6,754 (+2.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2020
$6,579 (+1.9%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2019
$6,455 (+1.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2018
$6,381 (+2.4%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2017
$6,229 (+8.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2015
$5,755 (+1.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2014
$5,661 (+1.4%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2013
$5,581 (+2.1%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2012
$5,468 (+2.1%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2011
$5,356 (+2.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2010
$5,240
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
Tax history for 1804 Old Schuylkill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,093 (+8.7%)
$56,550 + $129,390
$185,940
2025
$7,447 (+3.8%)
$45,280 + $129,390
$174,670
2024
$7,175 (+2.7%)
$45,280 + $129,390
$174,670
2023
$6,986 (+1.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2022
$6,872 (+1.8%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2021
$6,754 (+2.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2020
$6,579 (+1.9%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2019
$6,455 (+1.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2018
$6,381 (+2.4%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2017
$6,229 (+8.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2015
$5,755 (+1.7%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2014
$5,661 (+1.4%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2013
$5,581 (+2.1%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2012
$5,468 (+2.1%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2011
$5,356 (+2.2%)
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
2010
$5,240
$45,280 + $127,290
$172,570
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
81,892
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
2,633
Year built
1763
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
2101 00440000
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 15, 2024.
MR
Moderate-Density Residential District
In addition to the general goals and purposes expressed in the Statement of Community Development Objectives Section 27-106, the MR-Moderate-Density Residential District is established for the following purposes: To provide for medium density residential development consistent with existing residential development patterns and easily accessible to major highways, commercial areas and or centers of employment; To assure a healthful water supply and the safe disposal of sewage waste, utilizing and or extending public water and sewer systems where appropriate; To provide for alternative residential development patterns through the use of the open space design option Part 9, offering higher net densities of development while affording greater opportunities for preservation of open space ancillary to such development; To facilitate the conservation of land, water and cultural resources ancillary to residential development.