LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION…. WOW! When Zillow ranks the most popular markets among Zillow surfers nationwide for nearly 2,300 U. S. cities in 2023 and West Chester ranks #1… then RUN, don't walk to this charming and nicely appointed Village of Shannon (West Goshen) 3BD/2.5BA (over 2,100 SF+) Townhome with expansive FINISHED WALK-OUT BASEMENT including OFF-STREET rear 2-Car Parking! Located on a superb lot: 1) nicely tucked near the rear of the community (less through traffic) and 2) situated on a highly-desirable tree-lined/sidewalk street community offering tons of open/common space to walk the fur-babies. 178 Longford is a WORRY-FREE purchase, as so many structural/mechanical components have been recently updated to include: NEWER! Roof (4 y/o), NEWER! HVAC (4 y/o), NEWER! Gas Hot Water Heater (2 y/o), NEW! Washer/Dryer (will convey with the sale including the secondary basement 'beer' Fridge), NEWER! Dishwasher (3 y/o), NEWER! Windows (3 y/o) and NEW! Front Railing. And wait, there's more… the two (2) Upper-Floor BATHROOMS have been recently RENOVATED -- ooh la la -- they're stunningly beautiful! The rejuvenated Eat-In Kitchen offers Granite Counters, Gas Range, oversized Pantry and laminate wood flooring with access to the rear Deck. The Owner's Ensuite is oversized to fit all your furniture needs including a King-size Bed. The secondary bedrooms are also nicely sized and all bedrooms are outfitted with Ceiling Fans. The Great Room is expansive, plenty of room to entertain guests and is adorned by a lovely brick Fireplace. Other great features of this home include: it's located in the award-winning West Chester Area School District (East High School & Fugett Middle); mere minutes to all Downtown WC Borough has to offer; you'll surely appreciate the LOW and reasonable property taxes at only $3,741 (2024); LOW HOA - only $175/ANNUALLY; for those nature lovers, this community is surrounded by three (3) lovely Parks within 5 minutes… Hamlet Crest, Banbury and Boot Road Park. And, kayak on the lake at Marsh Creek State Park. .. less than 20 minutes away! Only a job relocation makes this lovely home available (pardon all the boxes, sellers are nearly 80% packed and ready to go)… a quick settlement is possible, but sellers are flexible. You will absolutely love putting your personal touches to this special home that is close to everything: located off of Boot Rd, ease of access to Rt. 202 (less than 2 mins), 100, 29, 401 & 30-Bypass; Exton/Whitford Train Stations (6-7 mins) as well as host of restaurants and shopping (Whole Foods (3 mi), Trader Joe's (15 mins), Target (4 mi), Walmart (3 mi), Costco (15 mi), & KOP Mall (20 mins)). And commuting time is a breeze to these local employers: QVC (2 mi), Vanguard (8 mi), ACAC (5 min) and WCU/Borough (8 min). This phenomenal property won't last long! Such a remarkable property… in such a superb, prime location… don't wait, schedule your showing today! +++SHOWINGS Begin: Friday, April 4th+++
TownhomeProperty Type
1995Year Built
2,520 sq ftLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Tameka Goldsborough• RE/MAX Town & Country
Beautiful brick townhome in the Village of Shannon. Bright and inviting full Eat-in Kitchen features new granite counter tops and sink, new Pergo flooring, crown molding, and lots of cabinet and counter space. Spacious Living Room with Bay window, new crown molding and fireplace. Upstairs you will find the Master bedroom with new carpet, Bay window, Master Bath as well as a full hall tile Bath and two additional bedrooms. A new finished walk-out Basement with lots of light and storage, convenient location, West Chester School District, and a low HOA make this a great home!
Public Records
Oct 28, 2003
Sold
$212,500
$100/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT205242
Jun 30, 1999
Sold
$137,000
$65/sq ft
May 17, 1999
Listing Removed
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Apr 28, 1999
Listed
$137,000
$65/sq ft
4 Year Young All Brick Townhouse, 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths, 1St Floor Powder Room, Full Daylight Basement, Fireplace In Living Room, Rear Deck Off Dining Area. Clean & Bright, Angled Bay Windows In Living Room And Master Bedroom.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,903 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2025
$3,820 (+3.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2024
$3,704
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2023
$3,704 (+1.3%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2022
$3,656 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2021
$3,605 (+0.6%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2020
$3,582 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2019
$3,532 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2018
$3,457 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2017
$3,381 (+4.3%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2015
$3,241 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2014
$3,173
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2013
$3,173 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2012
$3,108
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2011
$3,108 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2010
$3,043
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
Tax history for 178 Longford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,903 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2025
$3,820 (+3.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2024
$3,704
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2023
$3,704 (+1.3%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2022
$3,656 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2021
$3,605 (+0.6%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2020
$3,582 (+1.4%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2019
$3,532 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2018
$3,457 (+2.2%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2017
$3,381 (+4.3%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2015
$3,241 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2014
$3,173
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2013
$3,173 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2012
$3,108
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2011
$3,108 (+2.1%)
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
2010
$3,043
$24,100 + $103,670
$127,770
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.