Property
Downingtown, PA 19335 516 E Lancaster Avenue
$495,000
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Presented By: Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
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Home Details
Looking for that perfect combination of a character-filled home and a smart investment opportunity? Step into the charm and versatility of this Craftsman-style 2,800+ SF home, ideally located in the Downingtown Borough. Offering 5 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, this residence is rich with character and modern potential. A standout feature is the 700 SF lower level space with its own private entranceperfect for a small business, in-law suite, or an efficiency 1-bed 1-bath rental. Enjoy special touches like the primary bedrooms private deck, a cozy office with its own deck accessed through French doors, and a stunning wood-burning fireplace with stone surround and wood mantel. The walk-out basement offers generous storage and houses a current tenant running a small private laundry businessproviding an option for continued rental income. The backyard includes eight off-street convenient parking spots and a stone-covered area that can be converted into a grassy yard if desired for outdoor enjoyment. Zoned R4, this property presents a wealth of possibilitiesutilize the full square footage as a multi-unit rental, a combination of personal residence and investment space, or simply enjoy it as a unique and spacious single-family home. Just steps from the East Ward E1 elementary school and great shopping, minutes from Kerr Park, Struble Trail and Marsh Creek State Park, and the charm of Downingtowns vibrant borough with restaurants, breweries and artisan shops. Easy access to major routes (30, 100 & 202), this home is also located within the highly rated Downingtown Area School District. A rare opportunity with flexibility, location, and charmall in one. This is a must see - schedule your showing today.
Presented By: Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
Interior Features for 516 E Lancaster Avenue
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels5
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 15
Total Bedrooms5
Bathrooms
Bathrooms Half Lower Level 11
Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 11
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels1
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 11.00
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 11.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels1
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels1
Half Baths1
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Below Grade Unfin Area UnitsSquare Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT0
Below Grade Unfin SQFT SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area2124
Above Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
BasementDaylight, Full, Combination, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Rough Bath Plumb, Side Entrance, Walkout Level, Other, Heated
Basement (Y/N)Yes
Below Grade Finished Area700
Below Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Central Air Y/NNo
Fireplace FeaturesMantel(s), Stone, Wood
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCeramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Heating FuelElectric, Natural Gas
Heating Y/NYes
Hot WaterElectric
Interior AmenitiesAttic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Store/Office, Wood Floors, Efficiency, Other
Laundry TypeHookup
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesReplacement, Screens, Double Hung, Energy Efficient
Other Rooms
Room TypeLiving Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Basement, Office, Efficiency (Additional), Commercial/Retail Space, Bathroom 1, Full Bath
Room Details for 516 E Lancaster Avenue
Basement
level
Lower 1
Bathroom 1
level
Upper 1
Bedroom 2
area
11 X 13
level
Upper 1
Bedroom 3
area
10 X 10
level
Upper 1
Bedroom 4
level
Upper 1
Bedroom 5
level
Upper 1
Commercial/Retail Space
level
Lower 1
Dining Room
area
12 X 16
level
Main
Efficiency (Additional)
level
Lower 1
Full Bath
level
Main
Kitchen
area
0 X 0
level
Main
Living Room
area
15 X 30
level
Main
Office
level
Main
Office # 2
level
Lower 1
Primary Bedroom
area
18 X 18
level
Upper 1
General for 516 E Lancaster Avenue
Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
AccessibilityNone
AppliancesRefrigerator, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric
Architectural StyleCraftsman
Bathrooms Count Main Level1.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level1
CityDOWNINGTOWN
Condo/Coop Association Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsFrame, Masonry
Contingency TypeHome Inspection, Financing Approval, Appraisal
Cool FuelElectric
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
CountyCHESTER
DirectionsFrom Rte. 100, exit Rte. 30 (Lancaster Ave) to Wagner Ave, make a left and then next right onto to Sycamore Alley. Parking in rear.
Electric200+ Amp Service
ExclusionsWashers and dryers
Full Baths2
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingHot Water, Baseboard - Electric
Levels3
Lot Size Square Feet8700.00
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS AreaDowningtown Boro (10311)
ModificationTimestamp2025-07-29T12:46:19
MunicipalityDOWNINGTOWN BORO
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresAbove Grade, Below Grade
OwnershipFee Simple
Patio/Porch FeaturesPorch(es), Deck(s)
Possession0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG233.05
Property ConditionVery Good
Property TypeResidential
RoofShingle
School DistrictDOWNINGTOWN AREA
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusPending
StatusPENDING
Structure TypeDetached
Subdivision NameDOWNINGTOWN
Tax Annual Amount5702.0
Tax Assessed Value128070.0
Tax Lot0045
Tax Year2024
Total Rooms11
Total SQFT2824
TransportationBus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
Vacation Rental Y/NNo
ViewGarden/Lawn, Street
Water Access Y/NNo
Year Built1924
Year Built SourceAssessor
ZoningR4
Exterior for 516 E Lancaster Avenue
Door FeaturesFrench
Exterior AmenitiesSidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
Foundation DetailsBrick/Mortar, Stone
InclusionsWindow AC units, kitchen refrigerator
Land Assessed Value36160.00
Land Use CodeR4
Lot Dimensions0.00 x 0.00
Lot FeaturesLevel, Front Yard
Lot Size Acres0.20
Lot Size SourceAssessor
LotDimensionsSourceAssessor
Navigable Water Y/NNo
Parking FeaturesPaved Parking, Crushed Stone
Parking Lot - # of Spaces8
PoolNo Pool
Total Parking Spaces8
Type of ParkingParking Lot, Off Street
Water Oriented Y/NNo
Water SourcePublic
Water View Y/NNo
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
High School
Downingtown High School East Campus
Middle School
Lionville Middle School
Elementary School
East Ward Elementary School

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