SHOWINGS START WITH PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY 11/05, 12-3. Welcome to this extraordinary custom-built 5 bedroom 2.5 bath home and equestrian farm nestled on 10.5 bucolic acres near the charming village of Birchrunville, featuring a newer four stall barn and sand riding arena. Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the home can be heated entirely by the passive solar construction supplemented by a wood burning stove, even on the coldest of winter days. The HVAC system features closed-loop Geothermal heating and cooling for ultimate convenience, sustainability and efficiency. The open floor plan is flooded in natural sunlight and brings the remarkable beauty and serenity of the outdoors inside with picturesque views from nearly every room. A spacious entryway leads to a large family room with wood burning stove, custom built-in bookshelves, and recessed lighting. The family room is open to the dining area and newly updated kitchen providing the ultimate in centered family living. The kitchen is a chef's delight and features a large alcove pantry with custom cabinetry, beautiful quartz counter tops and custom tilework, two ovens, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom suite features an en suite bath, walk-in closet, laundry room, and also opens to a spacious sitting area or study (currently used as a nursery) and private patio, providing the perfect sunny space for a home office or private retreat. Outside the main living area is a wonderful and large screened porch with cedar-lined cathedral ceiling. Retreat upstairs to a private second-floor living area. Ideally suited as a media area or playroom, the second-floor living area opens to four additional bedrooms and a beautiful full bath. Horse lovers will appreciate the Amish-built four-stall barn, spacious drylot, professionally installed sand riding arena, and spacious pastures that were thoughtfully arranged to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy through all seasons. Acres of wooded trails provide endless opportunities to enjoy a hike or trail ride directly on the property or connected to local trail systems. Gardeners will appreciate the extensive perennial gardens, expansive raised bed vegetable garden and spectacular specimen trees including Maples, Dawn Redwoods, Zelkovas, and Cedars. The property also boasts a two-story oversized garage and workshop with heat and hot water, as well as a large equipment shed. Additional features include a central vacuum system, a 220 gal. propane tank connected to the main house cooking, and outdoor shower and hot tub. Updated Kitchen with Quartz countertops, Freshly Painted Interior and Exterior, new Dimensional Shingle Roof, Gutters, and Fencing. Recent addition of 4 Stall Horse Barn, Drylot and Riding Ring. Located in Chester County's idyllic West Vincent Township and the acclaimed Owen J Roberts School District, the property’s size (and zip code) ensure low taxes via PA’s Clean & Green Act (Act 319). Easy access to major commuting routes (100, 23, 724, 202). Be sure to visit this outstanding equestrian property & exceptional turnkey home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
10.5 acresLot Size
$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Hildebrand• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Welcome to this extraordinary custom built home and property nestled on over 10 bucolic acres near the charming village of Birchrunville. Thoughtfully designed with energy efficiency in mind, the home can be heated entirely by the passive solar construction supplemented by the wood stove, even on the coldest of winter days. The home's open concept floor plan is bathed in natural sunlight and brings the remarkable beauty and serenity of the outdoors inside by providing picturesque views from nearly every room. Greeted by a spacious tiled entryway, the home's main floor features a large family room with wood stove, built-in bookshelves and custom lighting to showcase treasured artwork. The family room opens to the dining area and kitchen providing the ultimate in centered family living. The beautifully renovated kitchen is a chef's delight and features a large alcove pantry with custom cabinetry, granite counters, two ovens, stainless steel appliances and propane cooking. The main floor master bedroom suite features a renovated en suite bath, walk-in closet and laundry room. The master bedroom also opens to a spacious sitting area with built-in cabinetry/desk providing the perfect essentials for a home office or private study. Retreat upstairs where you're immediately greeted by a private second floor living area, ideally suited as a reading/media area or playroom, The second floor living area opens to four additional bedrooms and a beautiful hall bath. Three of the upper level bedrooms have lofts providing inviting space for play, sleep or storage. Gardeners will appreciate the extensive native perennial gardens, raised bed vegetable garden with custom caging and the spectacular specimen trees including Maples, Dawn Redwoods, Zelkovas and a Cedar. The property also boasts two outbuildings. A two story oversized garage/workshop (25x40) with heat and water, as well as a large equipment shed (24x35). The main outbuilding can easily accommodate horses, an artist's studio and/or a workshop. The home's additional features include a large screened in porch, central vacuum system, closed loop geothermal heat pump, dual zoned HVAC, and a 220 gal. propane tank connected to the main house cooking, outdoor grill and garage. Located in Chester County's idyllic West Vincent Township and the acclaimed OJR School District, the home provides easy access to major commuting routes (100,23,724,202). Please make an appt. to visit outstanding property & exceptional turnkey home.
Public Records
Jan 1, 1979
Sold
$63,012
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,773 (+2.1%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2025
$13,493 (+3.8%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2024
$13,000 (+1.5%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2023
$12,812 (+1.7%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2022
$12,604 (+1.2%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2021
$12,451 (+2.6%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2020
$12,131 (+1.9%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2019
$11,904 (+2.0%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2018
$11,673 (+9.8%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2017
$10,635 (+4.5%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2015
$10,179 (+1.6%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2014
$10,017 (+1.4%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2013
$9,881 (+2.0%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2012
$9,688 (+2.0%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2011
$9,496 (+1.4%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2010
$9,370
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
Tax history for 2853 Flowing Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,773 (+2.1%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2025
$13,493 (+3.8%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2024
$13,000 (+1.5%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2023
$12,812 (+1.7%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2022
$12,604 (+1.2%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2021
$12,451 (+2.6%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2020
$12,131 (+1.9%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2019
$11,904 (+2.0%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2018
$11,673 (+9.8%)
$150,540 + $165,260
$315,800
2017
$10,635 (+4.5%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2015
$10,179 (+1.6%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2014
$10,017 (+1.4%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2013
$9,881 (+2.0%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2012
$9,688 (+2.0%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2011
$9,496 (+1.4%)
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
2010
$9,370
$129,430 + $165,260
$294,690
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.5 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,202
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
2503 00630100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R3
Residential District
In conformance with the Municipalities Planning Code, particularly Section 604, Zoning Purposes, subsections 1, 3 and 5 and Section 605, Classifications, subsections 2 and 3, the purposes of this article, among others, are as follows: To promote continued agricultural, greenway land, and conservation uses while also permitting additional residential development at an overall low density that will help to maintain the rural character of the district; To provide for a choice of lot sizes and a range of net building densities to accommodate a variety of age and income groups and residential preferences so that the community's population diversity may be maintained; To implement adopted Township policies to conserve a variety of irreplaceable and environmentally sensitive resource lands as set forth in the West Vincent Township Open Space and Recreation Plan, including provisions for reasonable incentives to create a greenway system for the benefit of present and future residents; To provide standards reflecting the varying circumstances and interests of individual landowners and the individual characteristics of their properties; and To implement adopted Township land use, transportation and community policies, as identified in the Township's Comprehensive Plan; In order to achieve these purposes, this article provides for flexibility in designing new residential subdivisions by allowing five optional forms of development from which the landowner shall be required to select one or, if permitted by the Township, more than one, referred to as tiers, as summarized below. These design options shall not apply to lot line changes for parcels in existence prior to January 2, 1999, or created by any approved subdivision plan filed with the Township prior to January 2, 1999.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Energy Efficient: Construction, Exposure/Shade, Fireplace/Wood Stove, Flooring, Home Energy Management, HVAC
Remarks: House was specifically designed and built as a Passive Solar, Geothermal, with Wood Burning Stove. A Southern Facing property, all designed for comfortable living with very low heating and cooling costs.
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Interior, Irregular, Level, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, Rural, SideYard(s)