Only A Couple weeks left for an Exclusive under appraised value Opportunity to own a piece of history dated all the way back to 1797 before undergoing a huge renovation. This could be your chance to be part of the Brandywine Battlefield experience, in a home that was once occupied by William Dupont III himself. This property is filled with history charm and character from the moment you step onto the property, and home to the award-winning Unionville Chadds Ford School District. The driveway leads up to nearly 7800 square feet of a breathtaking 3 level grand estate on over 2 acres of a private and picturesque park like setting lot with a Carriage House, Spring House, and inground pool. If walls could only speak as you enter this home, you are met with exquisite millwork throughout and a floor plan that is loaded with endless opportunities. The Original Manor Home for Keepsake Drive features a large open reception area displaying wide plank floors, 7 mantled centered fireplaces, crown molding, chair rails, and bullnose windows which are detailed throughout portions of the home. The dining room is just another example of fine carpentry work with built in cabinetry, wainscoting surrounding the fireplace, period molding, peg wood floors and more bullnose windows. The large kitchen with a center island is open to a family room with built-in bookcases surrounding a fireplace and additional adjoining pantry. The open reception room leads to an elegant oversized formal living room with amazing ceiling to floor wainscoting and cabinets, a personal Dupont family favorite bench seated bay window, fireplace, and coved ceiling with recessed lighting. Across the center hallway is an additional spacious family room with plenty of natural light, cork flooring, detailed built in cabinets, chair rails and crown molding. Continuing down the hall is a private ensuite, sitting area both with built-in cabinets and a private bathroom. The first-floor laundry finishes off the main floor. There are two stairways to access the second level. The main bedroom is a suite consisting of a sleeping area, wardrobe room, and bathroom with a fireplace, shower and soaking tub. Three other large bedrooms and a hobby/office with a hall bath complete this level. This charming home even features a detached oversized garage with a fireplace on the second level that can be used for a variety of purposes. Whether you are looking for a peaceful estate, retreat, or a place to entertain friends and family, this property is a must see, and will only be available for a short period of time on the market and shown exclusively at the scheduled open houses. The home was recently appraised at $1,070,000 with an after-rehab value over $1,800, 000. The home is priced to sell quickly and being sold in "AS IS" condition. Estimated costs of repairs are available upon request.
Sold
$900,000
105 Keepsake Ln, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
7beds
7,782sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1797
2.16 Acres lot
$948,500 Zestimate®
$116/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 26, 2024 at 06:44am
Listed by:
Casey Foreman 413-358-8010,
Century 21 Pinnacle-Allentown
Bought with:
Carmine Rauso, 5001027
Keller Williams Main Line
Debbie Rauso, RS355642
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2068698

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Down Draft, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Intercom, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Additional Stairway, Attic, Attic/House Fan, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Studio, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Replacement, Screens, Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,782
- Total interior livable area: 7,782 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,782
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Asphalt, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Chain Link,Masonry/Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Other
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 2.16 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Near National Park
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 04000015200
- Zoning: R-10
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Manor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1797
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Multiple Phone Lines, Natural Gas Available, Propane, Underground Utilities, Satellite Internet Service, Broadband, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Electric Alarm, Main Entrance Lock, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Chadds Ford
- Subdivision: Keepsake
- Municipality: CHADDS FORD TWP
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- Association name: KEEPSAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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