17 Chestnut St, Downingtown, PA 19335

Rare find! This old charm meets modern updates, Dutch colonial, is truly one of a kind. The sellers have kept all the beauty, character, and charm of the old home with its original hardwood flooring throughout and added contemporary amenities and comfort. The pride of ownership is also reflected in updates and upgrades such as the newly upgraded electrical panel to 200 amps (1/2021), NEW replaced windows (12/2021), conversion to natural gas that included an upgraded furnace, a rebuilt chimney from the roof line, and a gas stove (6/2021), and the central air conditioning was installed in 7/2021. The charming enclosed front porch welcomes you to the bright living room, which features a high ceiling and a brick gas fireplace (converted to gas in 6/2021). The natural flow continues to the dining room with its wainscoting and crown molding. The updated kitchen boasts granite counter tops, refaced kitchen cabinets (2023), NEW tile floor (2/2024), NEWER all stainless-steel appliances, including a 6-burner stove and hood. The exposed brick in the powder room perfects the first floor as we continue up the stunning curved staircase to the second floor. The natural light continues to the second floor with its three excellent-sized bedrooms and updated hallway bathroom. The fenced backyard (2020) was thoughtfully designed as a private retreat and features a spacious deck, flourishing with garden beds adorned with luscious strawberries and blueberry bushes, and boasting perennial flower beds. This prime location in the heart of Downingtown Borough, with its excellent walkability rating, is near the Downingtown train station, restaurants, breweries, Kerr Park, parks, and the East Ward elementary school. It is also close to the Struble & Chester Valley Trail, Marsh Creek, East Branch Brandywine Trailhead, and major routes. The home is within the Downingtown East attendance area, part of the award-winning Downingtown Area School District and STEM Academy. Don’t miss seeing this unique gem!