The story of this historic house begins with the land it occupies. Once part of a thousand-acre William Penn land grant, circa 1682, the property was subdivided down through the ages, passing from family to family, every transaction recorded and several of the names prominent in Chester County history. Today, the original house, built by the Mendenhall family in 1839, includes three acres and enough recreational space to suggest a country resort. Think private paradise with a salt water swimming pool. Imagine a wonderful family compound secluded in a setting that feels rural but is a mere 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington, 35 minutes from the Philadelphia airport. The current owners have been excellent stewards of the property for more than 35 years. Any changes and updates to Olde Farm have been carefully considered and professionally designed, with an eye to maintaining the character and the history that define this old house. The end result is living space that balances architectural drama in the kitchen/family room with intimate common living areas that are original in size and character. Some historic elements have been added. Both the family room fireplace and the front door came from an historic house in Philadelphia. Also original are the three staircases and a meandering floorplan that includes hidden spaces, one a perfect private office on the second floor. Bedrooms are spacious and sunny; bathrooms are all tastefully updated. The primary bedroom introduces luxury wrapped in historic charm, and the enormous third floor is more apartment than bedroom---very private, with vaulted ceiling and broad, almost floor-to-ceiling gothic windows open to views of mature trees and manicured grounds. That view takes in the original barn, restored as a party barn with a full bath and a kitchenette. In addition to a separate two-car garage, the barn also has parking for two cars. Just as with the house, almost all the barnwood is original, a testament to the endurance of the construction and the quality of the materials. And to the amazement of the architect who designed the new kitchen/family room addition, the original house is still plumb. As anyone with experience in historic restoration will confirm, that is indeed phenomenal. Years ago, the current owners fell in love with this property at first sight. It’s a good bet that the next owner will, too.
Sold for $1,505,000
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$1,505,000
2251 Hickory Hill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
4beds
4,012sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1839
3.1 Acres Lot
$1,545,600 Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$6,131 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.39M - $1.73M
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Party barnPrivate paradiseHistoric restorationPerfect private officeHidden spacesSalt water swimming poolFamily room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Judith Levy 302-598-3150,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Listing Team: Christopher Levy Group
Bought with:
Jill Taylor, RS324642
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACT2064082
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Other
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced Air, Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Double Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,012
- Total interior livable area: 4,012 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,012
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Concrete, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Private
Lot
- Size: 3.1 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 6405 0011.0100
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1839
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Permit Issued
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Hickory Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chadds Ford
- Municipality: PENNSBURY TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $375/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $355,430
- Annual tax amount: $13,070
- Date on market: 4/18/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: See Attached Inclusions-exclusions Sheet. Whole House Generator
- Exclusions: See Attached Inclusions-exclusions Sheet
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2024 | Sold | $1,505,000+11.5%$375/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PACT2064082 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2024 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$336/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #PACT2064082 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$336/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PACT2064082 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,956 +1.6% | $355,430 |
| 2024 | $13,738 +1.7% | $355,430 |
| 2023 | $13,503 +3.3% | $355,430 |
| 2022 | $13,070 +2.1% | $355,430 |
| 2021 | $12,796 +234.3% | $355,430 |
| 2020 | $3,828 -68.7% | $355,430 |
| 2019 | $12,216 +0.3% | $355,430 |
| 2018 | $12,180 +9900.2% | $355,430 |
| 2017 | $122 -91.4% | $355,430 |
| 2016 | $1,409 | $355,430 |
| 2015 | $1,409 | $355,430 |
| 2014 | $1,409 | $355,430 |
| 2013 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2012 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2011 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2010 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2009 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2008 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2007 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2006 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2005 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2004 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2003 | -- | $355,430 |
| 2000 | -- | $355,430 |
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Neighborhood: 19317
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hillendale El SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Charles F Patton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 9/10Unionville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Chester County
- Chadds Ford
- 19317
- 2251 Hickory Hill Rd
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