Introducing 1225 N Chester Road, a charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom farmhouse situated on a beautiful 3 acre lot with tranquil views while being within Award Winning West Chester Schools. Originally built in 1821, this home features details that you will love - a detached covered parking garage, a "guardhouse" shed, peaceful brick patios perfect for alfresco entertaining, wide plank flooring, multiple fireplaces and hearths, exposed beams, deep sills and traditional moldings. Entering from the side door, you are welcomed into the custom kitchen with inset country cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and adjacent light-filled breakfast room. Next stop is a cozy living room with exposed beams and hearth and formal dining room for all your future holiday dinners. The sitting room off of the original front door is inviting with an additional fireplace and perfect for a home office. Follow through the breezeway to a sun soaked family room with vaulted, beamed ceiling, built-in bookcase and wood burning fireplace. The first level is completed with a powder room and laundry/mud room. The second level offers a beautiful master suite with fireplace, large closet space, and private bathroom; a second bedroom with a hall bathroom and the third level is finished for an additional bedroom. The grounds are breath taking and offer multiple patios that are surrounded by unique flower and plant species and a flat rear yard with plenty of space for a pool or just to enjoy. The detached garage is perfect for cars, storage or to be finished as an additional living space while the "guard house" completes this picturesque property. All of this while being close to all major roadway for an easy commute to Philadelphia and Wilmington, minutes to downtown West Chester and Malvern Brough with their amazing array of shopping and dining options, and close to parks and schools. Make your appointment today to see this magnificent property- it truly is one of a kind!
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,820
Year built
1821
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
5302 00420300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-2
Low Density Residential District
In addition to the objectives stated in Section 240-3 and 240-7, the R-2 District is intended to encourage low density residential development on lots of sufficient size to provide for on-lot sewage disposal and on-lot water supply.
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Master Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Tub Shower
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $125,020
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Block
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Shake
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Irregular, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $83,180
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,820
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $260
County Tax: $948
School Tax: $4,593
Tax Assessed Value: $208,200
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $5,801
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Follow GPS - Property located on 352 between Greenhill Road and Forest Ln. Shared driveway, house is on right. From Sugartown Road, L onto Forest Ln, L onto 352, driveway on left.
Municipality: EAST GOSHEN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,820
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1821
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Chester County
APN: 5302 00420300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Goshen El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
8/10
J R Fugett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
West Chester East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$836,000 – $1.01M
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