Nestled in the heart of Chester Springs, this charming original stone farmhouse, built in 1952, offers a rare opportunity with Village Commercial zoning—ideal for a home-based business, investment, or private retreat. Set on a private and secluded lot tucked behind the only immediate neighbors, the home is surrounded by preserved open space and mature woods. A scenic nature trail on the property leads directly to Pickering Creek, a native trout stream—perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The house features a spacious backyard, a poured concrete patio, and a screened-in porch with beautiful slate flooring—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you’ll find character-rich details including original plaster walls, deep window sills, hardwood floors, cedar-lined closets, and a classic stone fireplace. The upstairs has been updated with modern amenities including wood floors, central air, skylights, a full kitchen with dishwasher, and washer/dryer hookups perfect for another unit, AirBnB, or in-law-suit. The home includes a spacious basement with a separate entry, recreation room, additional fireplace, plus an attached two-car garage. Also on the property is a detached, oversized two-car garage with its own electric meter, propane heat, and water hookup—perfect for a workshop, studio, or additional business space. On the market for the first time in nearly three decades, this property offers a rare blend of privacy, space, and flexibility—perfect for entrepreneurs, hobbyists, or anyone seeking room to grow in a desirable Chester Springs setting.
Under contract
$639,000
1019 Kimberton Rd, Chester Springs, PA 19425
3beds
2,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
1.42 Acres Lot
$549,200 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional fireplaceCharacter-rich detailsPrivate and secluded lotModern amenitiesSpacious backyardAttached two-car garageDetached oversized two-car garage
- 403 days |
- 58 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Derek Greene 860-560-1006,
The Greene Realty Group 8605601006
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACT2098302
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, 2nd Stry Fam Rm, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Breakfast Room, Dining Area, Double Sink, Pantry, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring - Slate
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Upper Level, Washer In Unit
Features
- Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Garage Access,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,300
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,300
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Storage, Oversized, Asphalt, Attached, Detached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Body of water: Pickering Creek
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
Lot
- Size: 1.42 Acres
- Features: Backs - Parkland, Front Yard, Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Stream/Creek
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 3404 0008
- Zoning: V1
- Zoning description: Village Commercial
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone, Propane, Water Available, Cable, Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Chester Springs
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chester Springs
- Municipality: WEST PIKELAND TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $144,190
- Annual tax amount: $5,396
- Date on market: 5/14/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Personal Belongings, Furniture, Appliances, Household Belongings
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Estimated market value
$549,200
$500,000 - $604,000
$3,089/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | Contingent | $639,000$278/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PACT2098302 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Price change | $639,000-1.5%$278/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PACT2098302 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+260.6%$282/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PACT2098302 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2002 | Sold | $180,000$78/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,396 +3.8% | $144,190 |
| 2024 | $5,200 +3.3% | $144,190 |
| 2023 | $5,034 +2.9% | $144,190 |
| 2022 | $4,889 +2.5% | $144,190 |
| 2021 | $4,769 +197.5% | $144,190 |
| 2020 | $1,603 -65.6% | $144,190 |
| 2019 | $4,665 +7.1% | $144,190 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $4,356 +9900.1% | $134,650 |
| 2017 | $44 -98.9% | $134,650 |
| 2016 | $3,929 | $134,650 |
| 2015 | $3,929 | $134,650 |
| 2014 | $3,929 | $134,650 |
| 2013 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2012 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2011 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2010 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2009 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2008 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2007 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2006 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2005 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2004 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2003 | -- | $134,650 |
| 2000 | -- | $134,650 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19425
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Pickering Valley El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Lionville Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 9/10Downingtown High School East CampusGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pickering Valley
- High: Downingtown High School East Campus
- District: Downingtown Area
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- Pennsylvania
- Chester County
- Chester Springs
- 19425
- 1019 Kimberton Rd
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