Sold for $415,000 on 12/15/23
$415,000
480 Font Rd, Downingtown, PA 19335
3beds
1,979sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
1 Acres Lot
$519,900 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$2,731 Estimated rent
Home value
$519,900
$484,000 - $567,000
$2,731/mo
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What's special
Welcome home to 480 Font Rd where character and charm abound in the bucolic setting of Dowingtown Pennsylvania. While effortlessly exuding timelessness, this warm and inviting home also provides modern convenience and has been lovingly updated throughout. Combining prime location, sought after schools, exquisite detailing and thoughtfully designed spaces, this residence offers an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity. Originally, this home served as the school house for the village of Font and has been lovingly converted so history is at your fingertips, yet all you have to do is simply move in and enjoy. And if location is everything, then you have found a winner here. You are only minutes from all the area has to offer including multiple picturesque parks, cultural events, coffee shops, charming boutiques and culinary experiences. Additionally, from this location you have quick and easy access to numerous major commuting routes, such as Route 100 and the PA Turnpike, and peaceful retreats like Marsh Creek state park. While the setting of this property is sure to captivate you, the home itself offers equally incredible living. Step inside to discover a seamless fusion of classic design and modern convenience. The interior boasts spacious rooms, stunning hardwood flooring, and detailed moldings that reflect the craftsmanship you will find throughout this single family, 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath home. You cannot help but feel a sense of openness, peace, and tranquility as you explore this entire living space, perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing with friends and family. The heart of this home is the eat in kitchen country kitchen with a woodburning stove, center island and plenty of cabinet space for all your cooking needs. Truly an entertainer's delight, the kitchen is centrally located within the home and welcomes friends and family for year-round gatherings. To top it all off, right off the kitchen is a beautiful set of French doors inviting you outside to serene setting that looks out over the entire 1 acre corner lot. Whether you are looking for a great space for al fresco dining or simply unwinding, this area is the perfect setting for enjoying those crisp fall evenings around the fire pit as the leaves begin to change. While outside you will enjoy this entire property with plenty of green space for gardening and both kids, and pets, to run and play. And to further highlight the outdoors, the front yard provides well-manicured additional room to run along with a charming front porch for enjoying morning cups of coffee or unwinding after a long day and simply watching the world go by. Back inside, the first floor features and spacious living room, a creative home office or reading nook, first floor laundry and 2 well sized bedrooms. The first-floor master bedroom area is highlighted by ample closet space, a rare and welcome addition in a home with this much character. Upstairs in the finished loft area you will find a huge second master suite with an en suite full bathroom and additional walk in closet or storage space. Additionally, upstairs you will also find a very unique home office loft area that could easily also be used as a reading room, crafting area, gaming space or numerous other creative options. But it doesn’t stop there, back downstairs and right off the kitchen, you will find the steps to the finished basement that offers so much flexibility and additional living space with direct access to the driveway. Throughout this home you will see the love and care that has been put into the home by its current owners. Come and see for yourself, this is the home you have been dreaming of and you simply cannot ask for a better place to call home. Welcome and enjoy!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2023 at 04:07pm
Listed by:
David Rivell 484-467-3806,
Swayne Real Estate Group, LLC
Bought with:
Mary Galpin, RS324603
Keller Williams Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACT2053790
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 80.0
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Heated,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partial,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,979
- Total interior livable area: 1,979 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,979
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Private, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Not In Development, Open Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloped, Corner Lot/Unit
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3201 0028
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Downingtown
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: UPPER UWCHLAN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2023 | Sold | $415,000+5.1%$210/sqft |
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| 11/30/2023 | Pending sale | $395,000$200/sqft |
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| 10/10/2023 | Contingent | $395,000$200/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $395,000$200/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,152 +1.7% | $85,410 |
| 2024 | $3,100 +3.3% | $85,410 |
| 2023 | $3,002 +2.9% | $85,410 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19335
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Marsh Creek Sixth Grade CenterGrades: 6Distance: 3.1 mi
- 9/10Downingtown High School East CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
- 8/10Springton Manor El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Springton Manor
- Middle: Lionville
- High: Downingtown Hs East Campus
- District: Downingtown Area
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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