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229 E Market St, West Chester, PA, 19382

3beds
2baths
1,194sqft
$495,000
$415price/sqft
$3,369/moest. monthly cost
$134,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Location, location, location! Opportunities like this rarely come along. Just a one-minute walk from the heart of vibrant Downtown West Chester, this beautifully updated, move-in-ready townhome offers the perfect blend of timeless character, modern upgrades, and an unbeatable lifestyle. Step inside 229 E. Market Street and you'll immediately appreciate the fresh neutral paint, charming millwork, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and abundant natural light that fills the home. The welcoming family room flows seamlessly into the completely renovated eat-in kitchen, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. The stunning new kitchen features elegant quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, a pantry closet, and a window overlooking the fenced rear yard. There's ample room for a dining table, while the rear door opens directly to the deck—perfect for grilling, relaxing, and enjoying warm summer evenings with family, friends, and even your four-legged companions. Parking in the Borough can be a challenge—but not here. The rear driveway, accessed from the alley, provides off-street parking for up to four vehicles (depending on vehicle size), an exceptional and highly sought-after convenience in Downtown West Chester. Completing the main level are an updated powder room and convenient coat closet. Upstairs, the second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and hard-surface flooring, along with a well-appointed full hall bath. The third floor features an oversized private bedroom with two closets, including a spacious walk-in closet, making it an ideal primary suite, guest retreat, or flexible living space. Need even more room? The finished lower level offers endless possibilities as a media room, home office, fitness area, playroom, or recreation space. Laundry facilities and multiple storage closets complete this versatile level. Beyond its cosmetic updates, this home also offers peace of mind with a new HVAC system, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. Located within the award-winning West Chester Area School District, you'll love being just steps from everything that makes the Borough one of the region's most desirable places to live. Walk to award-winning restaurants, lively pubs, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, the farmers market, community festivals, parades, West Chester University, and more. Major commuter routes including Routes 202, 322, and 3, along with public transportation, are all easily accessible. Beautifully updated, exceptionally maintained, offering low taxes, generous off-street parking, and one of the best walkable locations in Chester County, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private tour today before this West Chester gem is gone.

Getting Around

96
WalkingWalker's Paradise
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
51
BikeBikeable

Schools

7/10
6/10
E N Peirce Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1989

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,194

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,194
  • Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 0109 0181
  • Zoning: RES
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,932 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete,Alley Access,Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,502$30,024
Home Insurance *$140$1,680
Property Taxes $503$6,036
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$3,369$40,428
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$115,508/yr
40% on housing$101,070/yr
45% on housing$89,840/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.2%
9.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.2%
-1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$415This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19382$281
Chester County$254

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19382$267
Chester County$241

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-10Listed for sale$495,000
2023-07-07Sold$400,000
2023-06-12Pending sale$360,000
2023-06-08Listed for sale$360,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2015-12-18Listing removed$2,200
2015-11-17Listed for rent$2,200
2012-02-05Listing removed$319,000
2011-04-01Sold$210,000
2011-03-26Price change$319,000
2010-12-04Price change$224,900
2010-10-22Price change$234,900
2010-10-15Price change$319,000
2010-09-22Price change$259,900
2010-09-09Price change$274,900
2010-08-11Price change$279,500
2010-05-27Listed for sale$319,000
1998-03-17Sold$78,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJim Becker
BrokerageEngel & Volkers

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