Proudly presenting this grand and majestic farmhouse situated on one breathtaking acre in the West Chester Area School District with Rustin as the High School. This is where history meets home! You will appreciate the old world charm, rich history and modern aesthetics which blend perfectly in this rustic Westtown home. The home boasts a functional design with a spacious layout. Features timber beams, exposed brick, a stone fireplace and hardwood flooring. The large, covered front and side porchs are ideal for relaxing and greeting guests. A private, picturesque fenced in yard with large established trees is a serene sanctuary that offers a natural escape from urban surroundings that will bring you a sense of tranquility. There is a storage shed and chicken coop out back. Natural lighting flows through the glass double entry doors and oversized windows. The kitchen is equipped with brand new stainless steel chef's appliances (specifically a 2025 LG induction stove, 2024 Bosch refrigerator, and garbage disposal). The floors are brick, which feels both timeless and unexpected, given the the chic appliances. You'll find the laundry room off the kitchen with shiplap wall boards and exposed copper pipes. All of this endless charm from sunfilled interiors to cozy fireplaces and beautifully perserved architectural details can be yours to call home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1796Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$309Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by • RE/MAX REALTY BROKERS
Bought with Agent Non-MLS• Outside Offices NOT Subscribers
Est. $3,855 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 701 W Oakbourne
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
West Penn MLS #1744847
May 14, 2026
Sold
$840,000
$309/sq ft
Mar 31, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 23, 2026
Listed
$816,000
$300/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT2055348
Dec 13, 2023
Sold
$699,000
$257/sq ft
Nov 30, 2023
Pending
—
Nov 7, 2023
Contingent
—
Nov 2, 2023
Listed
$699,000
$257/sq ft
Oct 28, 2023
Coming Soon
$699,000
$257/sq ft
+74
Welcome to 701 Oakbourne Rd located in the Award-Winning West Chester Area School District with Rustin as the High School. This beautiful 4-bedroom Westtown Farmhouse was built in 1796 and contains all of the charm you would expect in a home with such rich history. This home has been recently updated throughout with magnificent details keeping in character of the original home. The house is situated on a 1-acre corner lot and has a fully fenced in back yard which includes a chicken coop that currently serves as a home to the family ducks! The glass double entry doors and oversized windows on the front of the home make it warm and welcoming for family and friends. This home has two wood burning fireplaces and features fabulous hardwood floors which add to the charm and character. The kitchen has been updated to include real brick flooring and upgraded appliances, fixtures and counters. You’ll love the first floor laundry/mudroom with exposed copper pipes and shiplap wall boards. Attention to details is present at every turn and you’ll admire the well thought out features everywhere you look - from built in shelves, fireplace mantles, and fabulous storage nooks this home has it all! The house has a covered front and side porch to enjoy the outdoors and views of the farm nearby . You’ll appreciate the stone wall covered in English ivy and the garden area in the back of the house for summer enjoyment. A Semi-circular driveway leads up to the house and there is also a driveway with storage shed on the side. So much to appreciate and only minutes away from downtown West Chester and all it has to offer! You won’t want to miss this one - make your appointment today!
TREND #6660082
Jan 29, 2016
Sold
$375,000
$138/sq ft
Nov 16, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 23, 2015
Contingent
—
Oct 17, 2015
Price Changed
$379,900
$140/sq ft
Oct 17, 2015
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2015
Delisted
—
Oct 16, 2015
Listed
$574,900
$212/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002719308
Jan 29, 2016
Sold
$375,000
$138/sq ft
Oct 21, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2015
Listed
$379,900
$140/sq ft
+20
This beautiful 4-bedroom Westtown Farmhouse was built in 1796 and contains all of the character you would expect in a historic home. The home is situated on a 1-acre corner lot. Home is outfitted with two fireplaces. Wonderful hardwood floors around the house. House has a front and side porch. Rustic garden in the back of the house with beautiful stone. Semi-circular driveway leads up to the house. One-of-a-kind library. Authentic Rutt Handcrafted Cherry kitchen. The elegant cabinetry really makes this kitchen unique. Well kept home with little to no deferred maintenance.
Public Records
Aug 5, 1976
Sold
$60,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,985 (+2.1%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2025
$5,865 (+2.9%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2024
$5,697 (+0.7%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2023
$5,659 (+1.9%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2022
$5,551 (+1.3%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2021
$5,477 (+0.6%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2020
$5,444 (+1.3%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2019
$5,372 (+2.1%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2018
$5,263 (+2.1%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2017
$5,155 (+4.1%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2015
$4,953 (+2.0%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2014
$4,854
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2013
$4,854 (+6.1%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2012
$4,576
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2011
$4,576 (+4.2%)
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
2010
$4,390
$56,880 + $127,460
$184,340
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,717
Year built
1796
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
6704 00840200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
In addition to the goals listed in the statements of general purpose and community development objectives in this chapter, it is the purpose of this article to provide housing choices for residential development at medium densities. It also is the purpose of this article to encourage efficient investment in public improvements associated with more intensive levels of development at locations near existing residential areas of this type, and near major highways, commercial areas, and/or centers of employment. Restrictions are provided to maintain suitable areas of open space between residences to create a suburban atmosphere adequate for family needs.