3 Hickory Lane, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 $1,225,000

Beds/Baths: 5/4.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,631
Acreage: 3.31
Age:42 years
Style:
Cape Cod
MLS#: PADE2089056
Subdivision: The Woods
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to this stunning contemporary Cape, perfectly situated on 3.3 private wooded acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Chadds Ford. This beautifully maintained home, with numerous recent upgrades, combines graceful elegance with an open, light-filled floor plan and exceptional landscaping. Enjoy a peaceful, private setting with serene views from every angle. The covered front porch opens into a dramatic two-story foyer with immediate sightlines through a wall of windows showcasing the backyard. At the heart of the home is a spectacular two-story stone fireplace with dual fireboxes, warming both the sitting area and the great room. The great room also features soaring cathedral ceilings, a built-in entertainment center, and sliders leading to the main deck and the balcony of the three-story glassed atrium. A spacious formal dining room is perfectly positioned next to the kitchen and sitting area, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a large bay window over the sink, and a built-in breakfast bar. Off the kitchen, the rear entry provides a walk-in pantry, laundry area, half bath, and access to the oversized two-car garage. The main level also features a private primary suite with a walk-in closet, a luxurious bath with a steam shower, and sliders to a private deck. A second bedroom on the main floor—currently used as an office—offers flexibility for a nursery or guest room, complemented by a full bath. Up the open staircase, you'll find a large loft area with four closets, including three cedar-lined closets, perfect for extra storage. This level also offers three generously sized bedrooms and another full bath. The finished lower level is designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring a sitting area with a brick fireplace, a second family room, and a flexible space perfect for an office or guest bedroom with an adjoining full bath. Sliders open to the three-story atrium, leading directly to a gorgeous in-ground pool with a built-in spa. Expansive deck and patio areas create a resort-like setting for family fun and entertaining. This home is accessed by a "Private Drive" that dead ends in one of two cul-de-sacs that services 3 homes of a heavily forested private 10 home enclave. Located within the award-winning Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, this exceptional home offers easy access to major highways and a convenient commute to West Chester, Wilmington, Philadelphia, and Philadelphia International Airport. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind retreat in a truly special setting!

Loft: 29 X 16 - Upper 1
Full Bath: Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 14 X 13 - Upper 1
Bedroom 4: Upper 1
Bedroom 5: 14 X 16 - Upper 1
Primary Bed: 18 X 14 - Main
Primary Bath: 13 X 8 - Main
Bedroom 2: 17 X 11 - Main
Full Bath: Main
Kitchen: 16 X 12 - Main
Dining Room: 12 X 12 - Main
Family Room: 22 X 17 - Main
Living Room: 19 X 15 - Main
Half Bath: Main
Laundry: 14 X 10 - Main
Foyer: 6 X 7 - Main
Family Room: 41 X 29 - Lower 1
Solarium: Lower 1
Full Bath: Lower 1
OFFICE: 15 X 15 - Lower 1
Storage Room: 28 X 12 - Lower 1

Taxes: $10,959
Home Assoc: $500/Semi-Annually
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: Unionville-Chadds Ford

Features

Community
HOA: Yes; Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal;

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Well Water, On Site Septic, 200+ Amp Service, Main Floor Laundry, Cable TV

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Oversized, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Full Basement, Fully Finished Basement, Heated Basement, Improved Basement, Interior Access Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Tile/Brick Flooring, Wood Flooring, Solid Hardwood Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Stone Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings, Atrium Windows, Bay/Bow Windows, Skylights, Atrium Doors, Six Panel Doors, Sliding Glass Doors

Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Pitched Roof, Stone Exterior, Wood Siding, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Fenced Pool, Heated Pool, In Ground Pool

Lot
Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Landscaping, Non-Tidal Wetland Lot, Rear Yard, Trees/Wooded, Private Lot, Panoramic View, Scenic Vista View, Trees/Woods View, Split Rail Fence, Wood Fence

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Public Elementary (10 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Chadds Ford Elementary School Unionville-Chadds Ford School District K–5 Chadds Ford 2.01 mi
Concord Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–2 Glen Mills 2.41 mi
Garnet Valley Elementary School Garnet Valley School District 3–5 Glen Mills 2.61 mi
Pocopson Elementary School Unionville-Chadds Ford School District K–5 West Chester 3.91 mi
Westtown-Thornbury Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 3.95 mi
Sarah W Starkweather Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 4.03 mi
Hillendale Elementary School Unionville-Chadds Ford School District K–5 Chadds Ford 4.18 mi
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Brandywine School District Preschool Wilmington 4.34 mi
Hanby Elementary School Brandywine School District K–5 Wilmington 4.34 mi
Bethel Springs Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–5 Garnet Valley 4.6 mi

Public Middle (2 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Garnet Valley Middle School Garnet Valley School District 6–8 Glen Mills 2.62 mi
Stetson Middle School West Chester Area School District 6–8 West Chester 3.81 mi

Public High (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Garnet Valley High School Garnet Valley School District 9–12 Glen Mills 3.24 mi
Concord High School Brandywine School District 9–12 Wilmington 3.79 mi
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School West Chester Area School District 9–12 West Chester 4.29 mi

Private (15 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Cornelius School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Chadds Ford 0.83 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chadds Ford 0.88 mi
Kindercare Learning Centers Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 1.63 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K West Chester 2.82 mi
Aardvark Child Care & Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 3.23 mi
St Maximilian Kolbe Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 West Chester 3.77 mi
Children's House Montessori Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wilmington 3.81 mi
The Pilot School Nonsectarian Ungraded Wilmington 4.03 mi
The Concept School Nonsectarian 8–12 West Chester 4.27 mi
Albert Einstein Academy Jewish K–5 Wilmington 4.58 mi
Centerville Layton School Nonsectarian K–12 Wilmington 4.63 mi
Fairville Friends School Inc Friends Preschool–K Chadds Ford 4.76 mi
St Thomas The Apostle School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glen Mills 4.8 mi
Brandywine Valley Christian Presch Baptist Preschool–K Wilmington 4.9 mi
The Malvern School Nonsectarian K Glen Mills 4.93 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Chadds Ford (19317), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 32
  • Average salary of people in this community: $103,101

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 468
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.67
  • Households w/ Children: 58%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 2,926 (76.9%)
  • Rented: 809 (21.3%)
  • Vacant: 69 (1.8%)
  • Total: 3,804

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 9,968
Households: 3,735
Median Age: 45.10

Climate and Weather

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.4%
  • Some High School: 2.4%
  • High School Graduate: 14.9%
  • Some College: 10.3%
  • Associate Degree: 6.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 31.7%
  • Graduate Degree: 32.7%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $125,938

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • One Bedroom: $1,438
  • Two Bedroom: $1,694
  • Three Bedroom: $2,045

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Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square , (610) 325-4100, michaeldadamo@comcast.net

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3 Hickory Lane, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

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