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Charlene Tucker
Interland Real Estate Corp.
610-594-2261
CIRCA 1790 GEM! What do YOU envision this space to be? Welcome to 121 Manor Avenue in the heart of Downingtown, situated on 1.4 acres and one of Chester Counties most coveted properties featuring 8 fireplaces. This property has stood the test of time in the 231-year history. The 1790 portion is still intact with an impressive number of original attributes including the substantial hearth that is now showcased in todays kitchen and 2nd story which is todays bedroom and bathroom. The cellar is intentionally deep in the original homestead portion and appears to have been utilized as the root/wine/cold storage cellar which is extremely rare in the Delaware Valley. The current owners do know, and the Downingtown Historical Society has confirmed Joseph Downing owned the property from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s however it is not clear who built the original homestead. Sometime in the early 1800s was a substantial addition. Unique to the Lower Delaware Valley; wooden architecture was instituted while other regions tended to follow brick or stone from their home country. The wooden architecture, random width pine floors, gigantic solid wood doors, oversized windows with 12-inch sills, cabinet work and molding highlight the fine carpentry craftsmanship. In 1922 the Downingtown Woman's Club acquired the property for their clubhouse and immediately installed a toilet in the basement for the gentlemen (seriously). It is not clear if the Club made any modifications however, we do know the first meeting at their new clubhouse was in October 1922 and was a thriving organization for many years (fortunately the Downingtown Historical Society houses all the club documents). Fast forward to 1989 when the current owner opened Lori Petrie's Pre-School which has been a landmark for a bit over 30 years. Gentle modifications were completed to transform into the bustling schoolhouse which can be undone to transform it back into an amazing 8,900 sq ft home or Commercial Space or a blend of the two. The current owner has been an excellent steward, recently retired and ready to pass the torch. The property is strictly offered as-is but please do not let that deter you from visiting, it is in outstanding shape with ample parking.
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Total Bedrooms : 5
Master Bedroom Level: 0
Total Bedroom (Upper): 5
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 5
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 0
Total Baths: 4
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 3
Water Source : Public
Additional Stairway,Attic,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Double/Dual Staircase,Kitchen - Eat-In,Pantry,Store/Office,Wood Floors,Other
Basement Description: Dirt Floor,Unfinished
Fireplace: Non-Functioning
Cooling: None
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling Fuel: None
Heating Fuel: Oil,Natural Gas Available
Year Built: 1790
Structure: Detached
Fireplace: 8
New Construction: No
Built: 1790
Construction Material: Wood Siding
Security System: Fire Detection System,Security System
Foundation/Basement: Permanent
Architecture: Manor
Pool/Private: No Pool
Pool: No Pool
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heat: Electric
Lot Size: 60,984
Lot Size (Acres): 1.40
Architectural Style: Manor
Main Square Feet: 60,984
SQ ft: 8,945
SQ ft (Living Area): 8,945
Total Lot SQ ft: 60,984
Subdivision: DOWNINGTOWN
Financing: Cash,Bank Portfolio,Other
Total Acreage: 1.40
New Construction: No
Type: Manor
Possession: Immediate
Days Of Market: 43
Lease Considered: No
Annual Tax: $13,272
Tax Year: 2022
Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Immediate
Taxes Assessment Amount: $325,610
Parking Type: Parking Lot
Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway,Paved Parking
Has Garage: N
Acceptable Financing: Cash,Bank Portfolio,Other
Direction: Off of Route 30 on Manor Ave.
School District: DOWNINGTOWN AREA
Total Fire Place: 8
Fire Place Features: Non-Functioning
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling Fuel: None
Heating Fuel: Oil,Natural Gas Available
Hot Water: Electric
Direction: Off of Route 30 on Manor Ave.
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ByOwner last updated this listing 04/30/2024 @ 00:28
MLS: PACT2058546
LISTED BY: Charlene Tucker , Interland Real Estate Corp.
SOURCE: BRIGHT MLS
Buyer Agency Compensation: 3%
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