$800,000

1297 Kirkland Ave West Chester, PA 19380

$9,500
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,667 sqft
0.6 acres
$300 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1297 Kirkland Ave

Welcome to your own private retreat—beautifully maintained, thoughtfully updated, and perfectly located just minutes from Route 202 in West Chester. Set on just over half an acre with low taxes, this spacious home features a backyard oasis with a heated inground pool, jacuzzi, and pavilion—perfect for summer gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. Inside, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms, including two ensuite bedrooms—a unique feature that offers exceptional comfort and flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or working from home. The heart of the home is a custom kitchen with Miele appliances, granite counters, radiant floor heating, and barstool seating—ideal for everyday living and entertaining alike. The layout flows comfortably from the kitchen to the TV room and into the sun-drenched three-season room, creating a natural connection between daily living spaces. The fifth bedroom, just off the TV room, is ideal for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Other highlights include a fenced yard, plenty of driveway parking, a 2-car tandem garage with attic storage, unfinished basement, and house attic storage. Major updates include the primary suite addition (2002), kitchen remodel (2009), HVAC systems (2019), main roof (2011), siding (2011), house windows (2011), garage roof (2013), sunroom windows and slider (2020) and more. Enjoy easy access to Routes 202, 100, and 30, West Chester Borough, the Main Line, Exton, Downingtown, Delaware, and shore points. Bedroom 5 is virtually staged. Floorplan provided; buyer to verify square footage. Make your showing appointment today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump, Baseboard, Radiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,667 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.56 Acres
Year built1987
ParkingInside Access,Additional Storage Area, Attached Garage,Driveway
MLS #PACT2093740
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood

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Summary

  • MLS Number: PACT2093740
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
  • Office Phone: (610) 947-0408
  • Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Melissa S Walter
  • Agent Phone: (484) 459-6966
  • Agent Email: melissa.walter@compass.com

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$211,830$6,140
2023$211,830$5,867
2022$211,830$4,729
2021$211,830$5,583
2020$211,830$5,665
2019$211,830$5,583
2018$211,830$5,459
2017$211,830$5,335

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Exton Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

301 Hendricks Ave

7

Mary C. Howse Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.3 mi

641 W Boot Rd

6

Fern Hill Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

915 Lincoln Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $87,792. Most West Chester, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
13%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • InfinitiInfiniti

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • Active RockActive Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Living in West Chester, PA

About 1297 Kirkland Ave

This home is located at 1297 Kirkland Ave in West Chester, PA and zip code 19380. This 2,667 square foot home, which was built in 1987, sits on a 0.56 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $800,000.

West Chester, PA housing market in March 2025 saw over 22 listings sold above listed price, more than 9 sold at listed price and over 14 sold below. Between February and March 2025, West Chester, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 54%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 19 days, the median list price was $576,833.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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