Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the heart of West Chester, offering modern comfort, thoughtful upgrades, and unbeatable convenience. Step inside to find a bright and open layout, freshly painted in neutral tones and enhanced with Shaw waterproof and pet-proof LVT flooring throughout. The newly remodeled chef’s kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring KraftMaid solid wood shaker cabinets with a lifetime warranty, quartz countertops, deep drawers, pull-outs, and soft-close doors. A coffee/tea station adds a touch of luxury, while professional-grade Moen fixtures elevate both the kitchen and the stunning primary bath, designed with spa-like finishes. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms plus a bonus room ideal for a home office or nursery. Bathrooms are beautifully tiled, and every detail has been considered for comfort and quality. Major upgrades bring peace of mind: new AC, heater, hot water heater, plumbing, electrical panels, transfer switch for a generator, and EV charger hookup. Outside, enjoy a new driveway, vinyl fencing, and a 10’x12’ barn/shed for storage. This home combines modern living with low-maintenance ease—all just minutes from major highways, shopping, dining, and the vibrant West Chester Borough. Don’t miss your chance to call this move-in-ready home yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$305Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 car garageParking
Listed by Danielle Howard• Coldwell Banker Realty
•215-923-7600 (broker)
•cbpoldcityadmins@cbpref.com (broker)
Bought with Derek Ducky Ryan• Keller Williams Real Estate -Exton
Welcome to 1340 Ship Road! This lovely four-bedroom, two and a half bath home is situated on an expansive lot with a private backyard. You'll quickly fall in love with this home as soon as you walk thru the new front door. This center hall colonial offers plenty of living space and has been updated throughout. The formal living room beckons one to sit, relax and enjoy evenings by the fire. The dining room is perfect for hosting your next dinner party or game night. Notice how this room's large windows bring in natural light and views of the large yard. The hardwood flooring is original to the house and has been lovingly restored in many areas. Head in to the updated and open kitchen space outfitted with maple cabinetry, stainless appliances and quartz countertops. The kitchen opens up to the heart of this home - a beautiful and spacious sunroom. Here you have room for casual dining and additional living space. Enjoy your morning coffee while surrounded on three sides by large windows. There is also an oversized sliding glass door which gives more views of the backyard. The lower level also includes a cozy den which can be used as a playroom or another TV watching space. A powder room and laundry space complete the first floor of this home. Step thru the sliding door out to the beautiful stamped concrete patio. A perfect oasis for outside entertaining. Let's head upstairs and check out the bedrooms! On the second floor, you'll find a large master bedroom with an updated master bath and walk-in closet. There are three additional bedrooms and a recently updated hall bath. The hall bathroom features a beautiful white vanity with marble top, subway tiled bath surround and tile floors. A bonus room perfect for your home office that completes the upper level. Now head back down to the unfinished lower level of the home. There is plenty of space for all your storage needs. Don't forget to check out the large 2-car garage. The minute you walk into this home you'll notice that it has been lovingly updated and maintained. You can't beat this location for the convenience to major highways, shopping, restaurants and a quick trip to the borough of West Chester. Owner is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Pennsylvania.
Public Records
Feb 5, 1997
Sold
$172,900
$64/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT288306
Jun 4, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 1996
Listed
$174,900
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 1996
Sold
$40,000
$15/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1986
Sold
$80,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,816 (+2.2%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2025
$5,692 (+3.1%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2024
$5,519 (+15.6%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2023
$4,775 (+1.4%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2022
$4,710 (+1.5%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2021
$4,642 (+0.7%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2020
$4,610 (+1.5%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2019
$4,544 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2018
$4,443 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2017
$4,341 (+4.6%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2015
$4,152 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2014
$4,060
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2013
$4,060 (+2.7%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2012
$3,952
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2011
$3,952 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2010
$3,864
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
Tax history for 1340 Ship Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,816 (+2.2%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2025
$5,692 (+3.1%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2024
$5,519 (+15.6%)
$47,960 + $142,440
$190,400
2023
$4,775 (+1.4%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2022
$4,710 (+1.5%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2021
$4,642 (+0.7%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2020
$4,610 (+1.5%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2019
$4,544 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2018
$4,443 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2017
$4,341 (+4.6%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2015
$4,152 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2014
$4,060
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2013
$4,060 (+2.7%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2012
$3,952
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2011
$3,952 (+2.3%)
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
2010
$3,864
$47,960 + $124,420
$172,380
*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
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
2,702
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
4106N00010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
It is the intent of this district to provide for moderate density residential use where mostly large, undeveloped tracts with good highway access are situated to serve as transition areas between lower density residential uses and higher density uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 8
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 8
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $142,440
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $47,960
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,702
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $381
County Tax: $983
School Tax: $4,452
Tax Assessed Value: $190,400
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $5,816
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: S/W Changeover
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: WEST CHESTER AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: FROM US 202, TAKE THE BOOT RD EXIT, THEN TO SHIP RD
Municipality: WEST WHITELAND TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,702
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Chester County
APN: 4106N00010000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Exton El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
J R Fugett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
West Chester East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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
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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Chester, PA • 19380
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$783,000 – $947,000
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