Elegant Colonial Retreat in Thornbury Township – West Chester Area School District Nestled in a quiet, sought-after residential neighborhood in Thornbury Township, this beautifully maintained Colonial home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort. Situated on nearly two private acres, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home provides an exceptional lifestyle in the award-winning West Chester Area School District. Step inside to discover a warm and welcoming layout featuring a large sunny living room, a spacious great room with a cozy fireplace, wood beamed ceiling and direct access to a screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. The sun-drenched solarium brings the outdoors in, offering a peaceful space to unwind with your morning coffee or evening book. The heart of the home includes a dedicated home office, ideal for remote work or study, a first-floor laundry room for convenience, and a large eat-in kitchen ready for your personal touch. Access to the garage and mud room driveway entrance can also be found here. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with an en-suite bath and a sunny hall bathroom shared by the additional bedrooms. Outside, the expansive yard is a private oasis featuring an in-ground pool with spa and cascading waterfall, mature landscaping, and plenty of space for recreation or gardening—all tucked away in a tranquil setting with plenty of room to roam. This rare find combines space, privacy, and location—just minutes from downtown West Chester, local parks, and major commuting routes.
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Public Records
Sep 12, 1996
Sold
$305,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,502 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2025
$8,315 (+3.2%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2024
$8,053
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2023
$8,053 (+1.4%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2022
$7,945 (+1.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2021
$7,830 (+0.7%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2020
$7,778 (+1.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2019
$7,666 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2018
$7,496 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2017
$7,327 (+4.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2015
$7,012 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2014
$6,857 (+0.7%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2013
$6,813 (+2.2%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2012
$6,667
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2011
$6,667 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2010
$6,520
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
Tax history for 1252 Northgate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,502 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2025
$8,315 (+3.2%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2024
$8,053
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2023
$8,053 (+1.4%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2022
$7,945 (+1.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2021
$7,830 (+0.7%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2020
$7,778 (+1.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2019
$7,666 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2018
$7,496 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2017
$7,327 (+4.5%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2015
$7,012 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2014
$6,857 (+0.7%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2013
$6,813 (+2.2%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2012
$6,667
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2011
$6,667 (+2.3%)
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
2010
$6,520
$88,920 + $198,870
$287,790
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,944
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
6602 00062200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished, Daylight, Partial, Walkout Level
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $198,870
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Replacement
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $88,920
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,078
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $286
County Tax: $1,486
School Tax: $6,542
Tax Assessed Value: $287,790
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $8,314
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: RUSTIN
School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Municipality: THORNBURY TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,944
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: Chester County
APN: 6602 00062200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westtown-Thornbury El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Stetson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Chester, PA • 19382
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$901,000 – $1.09M
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