Welcome to 243 Heyburn Road in the sought-after Unionville-Chadds Ford School District minutes from the heart of old Chadds Ford and Longwood Gardens. The long driveway creates a striking first impression as you drive up to the house. This is a stunning 5-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home that blends historic charm with thoughtful updates in a one-of-a-kind setting. Originally built in 1880, the home retains its timeless character while offering the comfort and space of a 1977 addition and many recent upgrades. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, the property features a peaceful pond view that feels like a private retreat. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee on the screened porch or hosting friends by the water, the setting delivers. Step inside the front door to a spacious Foyer with flagstone floor and a pretty, turned staircase leading to the second-floor bedrooms. The first-floor plan offers an Eat-in Kitchen with shaker style wood cabinetry, honed granite counters and an island. The Formal Dining Room is open to a wonderful Great Room with wood burning fireplace, a second set of stairs to the upstairs bedrooms and a door leading to a small landing and flagstone steps to the yard. A cozy Living Room has built-in cabinetry with a bookcase. A Laundry Room and Half Bath complete the first floor. Second floor has 4 spacious Bedrooms and a 5th Bedroom (currently used as an office), two full, updated Bathrooms and an open hallway. The attractive, detached 3-car garage adds serious storage and flexibility, whether for vehicles, a workshop, or hobbies. House is set on a 1.343-acre private lot in a great location with easy back road access to major roads, shopping, restaurants, schools, PHL airport and Wilmington train stations. It has been lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 60 years. Whether you're drawn to its timeless character, the inviting layout, or the sense of comfort that greets you at the door, you'll feel the care that has gone into every corner. The current owners raised their family here, celebrated milestones, and built a lifetime of cherished memories within the walls. Now, this magical home is ready for its next chapter—and yours.
Sold for $930,000
$930,000
243 Heyburn Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
5beds
2,871sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
1.34 Acres Lot
$961,000 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$3,986 Estimated rent
Home value
$961,000
$865,000 - $1.07M
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Historic charmBeautifully landscaped groundsShaker style wood cabinetryBuilt-in cabinetryEat-in kitchenLong drivewayThoughtful updates
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lynn Ayers 610-329-1476,
RE/MAX Town & Country,
Listing Team: The Ayers Real Estate Team, Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth J Ayers 610-324-9896,
RE/MAX Town & Country
Bought with:
Catherine Menold, RS224912L
Compass Pennsylvania LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2091404
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Additional Stairway, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Windows: Stain/Lead Glass
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,871
- Total interior livable area: 2,871 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,871
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, Garden
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 1.34 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04000016700
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
- Major remodel year: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chadds Ford
- Municipality: CHADDS FORD TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $399,240
- Annual tax amount: $9,209
- Date on market: 6/2/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Generator, Tv Mounted In Living Room, Freezer In Basement - All In As-is Condition
- Exclusions: Antique Cabinet In Dining Room
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $930,000-2.1%$324/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PADE2091404 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$331/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2091404 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Contingent | $950,000$331/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2091404 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$331/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2091404 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,210 +12.6% | $399,240 |
| 2024 | $8,182 +4.7% | $399,240 |
| 2023 | $7,814 +0.3% | $399,240 |
| 2022 | $7,787 | $399,240 |
| 2021 | -- | $399,240 +73.7% |
| 2020 | $1,255 +73.4% | $229,830 |
| 2019 | $724 -89.5% | $229,830 |
| 2018 | $6,922 +448.8% | $229,830 |
| 2017 | $1,261 -2% | $229,830 |
| 2016 | $1,287 | $229,830 |
| 2015 | $1,287 | $229,830 |
| 2014 | $1,287 +2.8% | $229,830 |
| 2013 | $1,253 +2.8% | $229,830 |
| 2012 | $1,218 +2.3% | $229,830 |
| 2011 | $1,191 -9.9% | $229,830 -9.9% |
| 2010 | $1,321 +7.5% | $254,950 |
| 2009 | $1,229 +2.1% | $254,950 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,204 +6.1% | $254,820 |
| 2007 | $1,134 | $254,820 |
| 2006 | $1,134 | $254,820 |
| 2005 | $1,134 -0.4% | $254,820 -0.4% |
| 2004 | $1,138 +8.5% | $255,830 |
| 2003 | $1,049 +7.9% | $255,830 |
| 2002 | $972 | $255,830 |
| 2000 | $972 | $255,830 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19317
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chadds Ford El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 9/10Charles F Patton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.9 mi
- 9/10Unionville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Unionville
- District: Unionville-chadds Ford
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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