NEW ROOF & NEW SEPTIC!! Welcome to the Edgeworth House. The datestone of this historic property is 1738 and the house was the second homestead built by the Brinton family between Dilworthtown and the Brandywine River. On September 11, 1777 it would have been in the path of the Battle of the Brandywine, where Cornwallis’ Troops attacked George Washington and the Continental Troops from the North. The property sits on 3 acres, with lovely gardens and backs on to a scenic valley. The old section of the house still has its 8 over 12 windows and broad plank floors, while the newer sections have been artfully done. The house has almost 5000 sqft and has been designed for entertaining. The kitchen is the center of the house and has a two-story bank of windows and beautifully hand painted cabinets. The living room is a wide-open space with a working fireplace and French doors to the side patio. The original front dining room has hardwood floors and a corner fireplace. The adjacent ancient study has built-in shelves. The family room off the kitchen has both work and play areas, including an outdoor exit to the pool. The primary bedroom suite upstairs was built in 1950 and has a bedroom dressing area and private bath. The old section of the house has two bedrooms, one with a fireplace, and a shared bath. There is a 4th bedroom which looks out over the kitchen. The 3rd floor has one large open bedroom – playroom and its own bath. Going downstairs, the basement has a private office and laundry room and open storage area. Outside there is a large English-Style bank barn which has three levels and is sound. The top level is for loading hay and storing equipment, while the middle level is spacious enough to have once served as an indoor basketball court. The lower level is split between pony stalls and a raw storage area. The property is located south of West Chester and above historic Chadds Ford within the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District. There is ready access to local highway corridors of routes 202, 100, 926 and Rt 1, as well as the Philadelphia Airport. It is within commuting distances to West Chester, Exton, Philadelphia and Wilmington. The area is well known for its cultural heritage, including the new Kennett Library, Brandywine River Museum, Longwood Gardens and Winterthur. Local restaurants include Hank’s Place, the Gables, Brandywine Prime, Agave, and it is a quick ride to Kennett Square home of the Mushroom Festival.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Traditional, Farmhouse/National Folk
Year Built: 1738
Living Area: 4,938 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq
Office Phone: (610) 444-9090
Listing Agent: Collis O Townsend
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Stone
Interior: Attic, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Country, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
Unionville High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Patton Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Pocopson Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Take Rt 100 north from Chadds Ford or south from Pocopson, head east on Brintons Bridge. House is on right between Silverwood Drive and Penns Way.
Municipality:
Birmingham Twp
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,275,000
Price Per SqFt: $258/SqFt
HOA Fees:
Amount: $150
Frequency: Annually
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $12,513
Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $710.7K more than the Median Sold Price and $6/SqFt more than other homes in West Chester, PA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #PACT2052872
Listing Office:
Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Kennett Sq
Office Phone: (610) 444-9090
Listing Agent: Collis O Townsend
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Schools
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Elementary School
6
/10
Pocopson Elementary School
1105 Pocopson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.36 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
7
/10
Patton Middle School
760 Unionville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.04 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
8
/10
Unionville High School
750 Unionville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.04 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Pocopson Elementary School
1105 Pocopson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.36 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Chadds Ford Elementary School
3 Baltimore Pike
Distance between this listing and this school1.26 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
5
/10
Sarah Starkweather Elementary School
1050 Wilmington Pike
Distance between this listing and this school2.92 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Patton Middle School
760 Unionville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.04 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
6
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Stetson Middle School
1060 Wilmington Pike
Distance between this listing and this school2.72 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Garnet Valley Middle School
601 Smithbridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.14 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Unionville High School
750 Unionville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.04 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Bayard Rustin High School
1100 Shiloh Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.78 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
/10
Garnet Valley High School
552 Smithbridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.76 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $165,965. Most West Chester, PA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 850 Brintons Bridge Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 850 Brintons Bridge Rd property is $1,275,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 850 Brintons Bridge Rd is a house located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19382.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 850 Brintons Bridge Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 850 Brintons Bridge Rd are: Pocopson Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Patton Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Unionville High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $12,513 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 850 Brintons Bridge Rd has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 850 Brintons Bridge Rd is 4,938 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 850 Brintons Bridge Rd is 1738.
This home is located at 850 Brintons Bridge Rd in West Chester, PA and zip code 19382. This 4,938 square foot home, which was built in 1738, sits on a 3.10 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 16, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,275,000.
West Chester, PA housing market in March 2024 saw over 28 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 15 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in West Chester, PA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 9.2%. The median list price of listings available in March 2024 was $564,217, while the average time on the real estate market was 17 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.