1252 Northgate Road, West Chester, PA 19382-8515 $864,900

Beds/Baths: 4/2.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,078
Acreage: 1.9
Age:51 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PACT2104074
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Elegant Colonial Retreat in Thornbury Township – West Chester Area School District Nestled in a quiet, sought-after residential neighborhood in Thornbury Township, this beautifully maintained Colonial home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort. Situated on nearly two private acres, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home provides an exceptional lifestyle in the award-winning West Chester Area School District. Step inside to discover a warm and welcoming layout featuring a large sunny living room, a spacious great room with a cozy fireplace, wood beamed ceiling and direct access to a screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. The sun-drenched solarium brings the outdoors in, offering a peaceful space to unwind with your morning coffee or evening book. The heart of the home includes a dedicated home office, ideal for remote work or study, a first-floor laundry room for convenience, and a large eat-in kitchen ready for your personal touch. Access to the garage and mud room driveway entrance can also be found here. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with an en-suite bath and a sunny hall bathroom shared by the additional bedrooms. Outside, the expansive yard is a private oasis featuring an in-ground pool with spa and cascading waterfall, mature landscaping, and plenty of space for recreation or gardening—all tucked away in a tranquil setting with plenty of room to roam. This rare find combines space, privacy, and location—just minutes from downtown West Chester, local parks, and major commuting routes.

Taxes: $8,314
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: West Chester Area
High School: Rustin

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Oil, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Oil, Public Water, On Site Septic, 200+ Amp Service, Main Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Partial , Unfinished Basement, Walkout Level Basement, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Brick Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, Replacement Windows

Exterior
Block Foundation, Asphalt Roof, Shingle Roof, Vinyl Siding

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Public Elementary (13 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Westtown-Thornbury Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 0.58 mi
Sarah W Starkweather Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 1.88 mi
Penn Wood Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 2.4 mi
Glen Acres Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 2.97 mi
Chester County Family Academy Charter School Chester County Family Academy Charter School K–2 West Chester 3.18 mi
Fern Hill Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 3.82 mi
Hillsdale Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 3.88 mi
Concord Elementary School Garnet Valley School District K–2 Glen Mills 4.17 mi
Pocopson Elementary School Unionville-Chadds Ford School District K–5 West Chester 4.32 mi
Chadds Ford Elementary School Unionville-Chadds Ford School District K–5 Chadds Ford 4.32 mi
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School K–12 West Chester 4.37 mi
Garnet Valley Elementary School Garnet Valley School District 3–5 Glen Mills 4.41 mi
East Goshen Elementary School West Chester Area School District K–5 West Chester 4.62 mi

Public Middle (4 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Stetson Middle School West Chester Area School District 6–8 West Chester 1.82 mi
J R Fugett Middle School West Chester Area School District 6–8 West Chester 3.78 mi
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School K–12 West Chester 4.37 mi
Garnet Valley Middle School Garnet Valley School District 6–8 Glen Mills 4.49 mi

Public High (6 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School West Chester Area School District 9–12 West Chester 0.9 mi
West Chester East High School West Chester Area School District 9–12 West Chester 3.73 mi
West Chester Henderson High School West Chester Area School District 9–12 West Chester 3.74 mi
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School K–12 West Chester 4.37 mi
21st Century Cyber Charter School 21st Century Cyber Charter School 6–12 West Chester 4.43 mi
Garnet Valley High School Garnet Valley School District 9–12 Glen Mills 4.93 mi

Private (15 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
The Concept School Nonsectarian 8–12 West Chester 1.11 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K West Chester 1.27 mi
St Maximilian Kolbe Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 West Chester 1.49 mi
Westtown School Friends Preschool–12 West Chester 1.77 mi
Kindercare Learning Centers Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 2.8 mi
Ss Simon & Jude School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 West Chester 3.2 mi
Aardvark Child Care & Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K Glen Mills 3.3 mi
The Malvern School Nonsectarian K Glen Mills 3.34 mi
Laurel Springs School Nonsectarian K–12 West Chester 3.48 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Chadds Ford 3.51 mi
Ymca Kindergarten Academy Nonsectarian K West Chester 3.67 mi
St Agnes Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 West Chester 3.67 mi
West Chester Friends School Friends Preschool–5 West Chester 3.89 mi
St Cornelius School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Chadds Ford 4.18 mi
St Thomas The Apostle School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glen Mills 4.97 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for West Chester (19382), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 28
  • Average salary of people in this community: $76,823

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,174
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.57
  • Households w/ Children: 53%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 14,200 (67.2%)
  • Rented: 6,011 (28.5%)
  • Vacant: 916 (4.3%)
  • Total: 21,127

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: 55,036
Households: 20,211
Median Age: 38.40

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.2%
  • Some High School: 2.0%
  • High School Graduate: 17.3%
  • Some College: 13.6%
  • Associate Degree: 5.8%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 34.4%
  • Graduate Degree: 25.7%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $100,207

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).

  • Studio: $1,044
  • One Bedroom: $1,224
  • Two Bedroom: $1,512
  • Three Bedroom: $1,899
  • Four Bedroom: $1,436

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1252 Northgate Road, West Chester, PA 19382-8515

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