Handsome Chester County stone farmhouse on 2.2+/-ac in picturesque North Coventry Township and nestled among sycamore and cherry trees, ancient lilacs, perennials and wildflowers! Offering an abundance of wild life and an array of birds, this homestead is just a few minutes walk to Coventry Woods with 702 acres of preserved land with walking trails, picnic pavilions and community events. **** This incredible farmette is rich with history and tucked away in an area of the township known as "Free Love Valley", It was named such based on a mid 19th century religious sect that once roamed the valley. **** The original home was a stone and log cabin dating back to the mid 1700's. A stone addition was added in @1860 and the most recent addition in @1960s. The craftsmanship is of an era gone by, with deep windowsills, hand-hewn beams, oak and pine wide-plank flooring. It is truly a step back in time to a more peaceful period. **** Enter the heart of the home, a gathering area with oak flooring, hand hewn beamed ceiling and stone fireplace (with electric insert) which steps down to the great room enhanced with deep window sills, hand-hewn beamed ceilings and hardwood floors. The kitchen area is simple and practical and offers an eating area, with island with butcher block top, hardwood flooring and beamed ceiling. Adjoining the kitchen is a sun drenched dining room with hardwood floors, beamed ceilings (with a hidden trap door opening access, to the 2nd floor, to more easily move furniture) as well as a slider to the deck for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment of nature and wildlife! Completing the first floor is a powder room with pedestal sink. **** Entry to the 2nd floor is through a charming spiral staircase. There is a large landing area with hardwood floors and could be used as a reading or sitting area. This level offers 3 generous sized bedrooms. Bedroom 1 offers hardwood flooring, a spacious closet and skylight and features the hidden trap door opening under the bed for movement of furniture. Bedroom 2 offers hardwood flooring, beamed ceiling and a spacious closet. Bedroom 3 offers hardwood floors, beamed ceiling and spacious closet. The 3rd floor attic area features an abundance of storage space. **** The basement level houses the laundry and utilities. **** The oversized open barn/garage offers great storage and area for parking. The spring house is fed by 3 springs which comes from South Coventry and Deer Park water *** The home is well cared for and offers many newer Andersen windows, 200 amp electric, well pump, tank and lines replaced in 2024, oil heat and hot water replaced in 2021. **** Seller desires to sell the property in 'as is' condition.
For sale
$499,900
1717 Unionville Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465
3beds
2,396sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
2.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Hand-hewn beamsDeep windowsillsMany newer andersen windowsChester county stone farmhouseCharming spiral staircase
- 7 days |
- 5,453 |
- 408 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cheryl Fonder 484-614-4958,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Collegeville (610) 831-5300
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACT2124862
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Bathroom 1, Attic, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Skylight(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Other
- Features: Attic - Walk-Up
- Level: Upper
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 42
Dining room
- Features: Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 18
Great room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 5
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen Island, Double Sink
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Electric
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 17
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Exposed Beams, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient
- Basement: Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,396
- Total interior livable area: 2,396 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,396
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Asphalt, Detached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.2 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Wooded, Open Lot, Rear Yard, Rural, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1702 0126
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pottstown
- Municipality: NORTH COVENTRY TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $107,690
- Annual tax amount: $4,857
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Lead Lined Antique Safe In Basement, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, All In As Is Condition With N O Monetary Value Of Consideration
- Exclusions: Freezer, Personal Items And Furnishings
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+56.2%$209/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PACT2124862 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2008 | Sold | $320,000-16.9%$134/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2008 | Listing removed | $385,000$161/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #5068765 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2008 | Listed for sale | $385,000$161/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #5068765 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,747 +1.8% | $107,690 |
| 2024 | $4,663 +2.5% | $107,690 |
| 2023 | $4,550 +1.7% | $107,690 |
| 2022 | $4,476 +2.2% | $107,690 |
| 2021 | $4,380 +148.5% | $107,690 |
| 2020 | $1,763 -57.1% | $107,690 |
| 2019 | $4,109 +2.2% | $107,690 |
| 2018 | $4,019 +9900.9% | $107,690 |
| 2017 | $40 -98.7% | $107,690 |
| 2016 | $3,157 | $107,690 |
| 2015 | $3,157 | $107,690 |
| 2014 | $3,157 | $107,690 |
| 2013 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2012 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2011 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2010 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2008 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2007 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2006 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2005 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2004 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2003 | -- | $107,690 |
| 2000 | -- | $107,690 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19465
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10French Creek El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 4 mi
- 7/10Owen J Roberts Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4 mi
- 8/10Owen J Roberts High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Owen J Roberts
- High: Owen J Roberts
- District: Owen J Roberts
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- Chester County
- Pottstown
- 19465
- 1717 Unionville Rd
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