Welcome to 162 Sheehan Road, A one-of-a-kind home near Pennsylvania-Delaware border. The home boasts several outbuildings with special architectural features dating back to the early to mid 19th century. Inside, the house showcases exquisite architectural details from the era, featuring elegant proportions, nine-foot ceilings, large sash windows with deep window sills, stunning moldings, wood floors, and a central staircase with mural. The front entrance leads to a formal living room with two-toned parquet flooring, a formal dining room, and a charming enclosed porch sitting/exercise room with a powder room. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, soapstone counters, a farm-style deep sink and updated appliances, and leads to a second enclosed porch, which serves as a family room with a wood-burning stove. The home is perfect for modern family living, with generous formal and informal living spaces, including two Williamsburg-style brick patios with winding walkways. Upstairs, the staircase leads to a first-floor landing, offloading to the principal bedroom suite, which includes a window-drenched main bedroom and a fully-renovated marble bathroom with a claw-footed jetted tub, shower, and heated floors. There is also a separate walk-in wardrobe. Up a further level, there are two cozy bedrooms with spacious eave storage. The property is fenced and landscaped for privacy, and sits at the end of a dead-end road. Notably, it features the historic Circa 1807 Schoolhouse, currently serving as an on-site office, a 100+ year old barn, a two-car detached garage, and multiple potting, utility, and wood sheds. The property is located in the Unified Development zone of New Garden Twp. and is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. This home is in a perfect location. Schedule your showing today!
Sold
$465,000
162 Sheehan Rd, Avondale, PA 19311
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1836
1.1 Acres Lot
$504,100 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$2,452 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 15, 2024 at 06:01am
Listed by:
Jim Roche 215-714-9539,
KW Philly,
Listing Team: The Jim Roche Real Estate Team, Co-Listing Agent: Ryan Emanuel 215-410-1498,
KW Philly
Bought with:
Paul Colón
CG Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PACT2056262

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.10 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 6006 0018
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1836
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Avondale
- Subdivision: Avondale Boro
- Municipality: NEW GARDEN TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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