Chester County Real Estate » Chester County http://westofphillyburbs.com West of Philadelphia Suburbs Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:30:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 West Chester, PA http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/11/21/west-chester-pa/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/11/21/west-chester-pa/#comments Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:21:38 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=712 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Did you see the post about the West Chester Tweetup and Photowalk ? Here are some of the photographs I took, there are more on Flickr if you’d like to see more…. but here are some of the great town in Chester County – West Chester….

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/11/21/west-chester-pa/feed/ 1 Downingtown Whippets Football Schedule 2009 http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/09/06/downingtown-whippets-football-schedule-2009/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/09/06/downingtown-whippets-football-schedule-2009/#comments Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:38:32 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=690 Whippets Football has begun for 2009! The Downingtown West High School Football Schedule for 2009 What team are you cheering on? The Whippets started off right with a WIN from their first game on Friday evening against Penn Crest. They won 40/37. Keep it rolling, Downingtown West. Fri. Sept 4; 7:00 PM AWAY at Penncrest Fri. Sept 11; 7:00 PM HOME vs Glen Mills Fri. Sept 18; 7:00 PM HOME vs Chester Sat. Sept 26; 7:00 PM HOME vs. Great Valley Fri. Oct 2; 7:00 PM HOME vs West Chester East Fri. Oct 9; 7:00 PM AWAY at West Chester Henderson Fri. Oct 16; 7:00 PM *Homecoming* HOME vs Avon Grove Fri. Oct 23; 7:00 PM AWAY at Downingtown East Fri. Oct 30; 7:00 PM AWAY at Coatesville Fri. Nov. 6; 7:00 PM HOME vs Bishop Shanahan For team information click on the team names above. For last minute schedule changes, you can visit Whippets Football has begun for 2009!

The Downingtown West High School Football Schedule for 2009
What team are you cheering on?

The Whippets started off right with a WIN from their first game on Friday evening against Penn Crest. They won 40/37. Keep it rolling, Downingtown West.

Fri. Sept 4; 7:00 PM
AWAY at Penncrest

Fri. Sept 11; 7:00 PM
HOME vs Glen Mills Downingtown Football

Fri. Sept 18; 7:00 PM
HOME vs Chester

Sat. Sept 26; 7:00 PM
HOME vs. Great Valley

Fri. Oct 2; 7:00 PM
HOME vs West Chester East

Fri. Oct 9; 7:00 PM
AWAY at West Chester Henderson

Fri. Oct 16; 7:00 PM *Homecoming*
HOME vs Avon Grove

Fri. Oct 23; 7:00 PM
AWAY at Downingtown East

Fri. Oct 30; 7:00 PM
AWAY at Coatesville

Fri. Nov. 6; 7:00 PM
HOME vs Bishop Shanahan

For team information click on the team names above. For last minute schedule changes, you can visit http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=673 Chester County Real Estate Market Statistics July 2009 During the month of July 2009, there were 810 single family homes that went on the market for sale in Chester County. The average listing price was $440,000. There were 492 units that sold during the month of July 2009 for an average price of $363,000. There was not a dramatic change from 2008 in inventory or sold price. As a matter of fact, in July 2008 homes sold on average of only $4,000 less at $367,000. The number of units sold in July 2008 was 544. One always asks, "Where is the real estate market going in our area like Chester County?" And boy do I wish I could answer that one! I notice when the inquiries of homes for sale increase. I notice when there are more showings on current homes I am marketing for sellers. But it seems to change with the weather - and there isn't a formula of prediction. I hope we will continue to see increased home sales for Chester County, as we have since September 2008. Again, these statistics are more accurate taken down on a much more localized area. For a report by neighborhood or township - you can email me or leave a comment. No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]>

Chester County Real Estate Market Statistics July 2009

During the month of July 2009, there were 810 single family homes that went on the market for sale in Chester County. The average listing price was $440,000. There were 492 units that sold during the month of July 2009 for an average price of $363,000.

There was not a dramatic change from 2008 in inventory or sold price. As a matter of fact, in July 2008 homes sold on average of only $4,000 less at $367,000. The number of units sold in July 2008 was a little bit more in 2008 at 544 units.

One always asks, “Where is the real estate market going in our area like Chester County?” And boy do I wish I could answer that one! I notice when the inquiries of homes for sale increase. I notice when there are more showings on current homes I am marketing for sellers. But it seems to change with the weather – and there isn’t a formula of prediction. I hope we will continue to see increased home sales for Chester County, as we have since September 2008.

Again, these statistics are more accurate taken down on a much more localized area. For a report by neighborhood or township – you can email me or leave a comment.

Information obtained from TReND MLS – deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/08/13/chester-county-july-real-estate-data/feed/ 1 Chester County Real Estate Statistics http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/08/09/chester-county-real-estate-stats-2/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/08/09/chester-county-real-estate-stats-2/#comments Sun, 09 Aug 2009 22:52:47 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=664 Chester County Real Estate Real Estate in Chester County spreads over approximately 486,000 acres and according to the 2008 census home to 491,489 people. When out showing houses with clients in Downingtown, PA yesterday, we discussed the different values around Chester County. The median sold price in the county was $349,000. So let's take a look at what you can buy for $349,000 around the different parts of Chester County. If you would like a more "bird's eye" view on your township or neighborhood, let me know. It would be interesting to zone in, because you've heard me say before, "Real Estate is very local."

What house could I purchase in Chester County for $349,000?

The following table is based on Single Family homes for sale in Chester County, the school districts specified with the price from $349,000 - $350,000. What can you buy from the Main Line out to Oxford ? No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Chester County Real Estate

Real Estate in Chester County spreads over approximately 486,000 acres and according to the 2008 census home to 491,489 people.

When out showing houses with clients in Downingtown, PA yesterday, we discussed the different values around Chester County. The median sold price in the county for June 2009 was $349,000. So let’s take a look at what you can buy for $349,000 around the different parts of Chester County. If you would like a more “bird’s eye” view on your township or neighborhood, let me know. It would be interesting to zone in, because you’ve heard me say before, “Real Estate is very local.”

What house could I purchase in Chester County for $349,000?

The following table is based on Single Family homes for sale in Chester County, the school districts specified with the price from $349,000 – $350,000. What can you buy from the Main Line out to Oxford ?

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/08/09/chester-county-real-estate-stats-2/feed/ 1 Chester County Fireworks http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/07/03/chester-county-fireworks/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/07/03/chester-county-fireworks/#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:46:58 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=641 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Fireworks Displays in Chester County, PA

Click on the links below for more detailed information about location and times to see the sky lit up by some fantastic pyrotechnic displays around the area.

3 JULY 2009
Parkesburg
Phoenixville
Downingtown at United Sports

4 JULY 2009
Downingtown in Kerr Park
Tredyffrin in Chesterbrook
Kennett Square at Longwood Gardens
Radnor at Radnor HS
Pottstown at Memorial Park
Nottingham Park
Exton at Miller Park

I had to come back and write some more :) Have a Happy 4th of July – and while you’re at it… be sure and stay safe! That means with all those tempting home firework tricks to drinking and parties – BE SAFE! Don’t forget your furry creatures too – fireworks can be scary and they can also be tempting to chase and harm. Ok. I’m better now :)

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/07/03/chester-county-fireworks/feed/ 4 West Chester | Going to Town http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/10/west-chester-going-to-town/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/10/west-chester-going-to-town/#comments Thu, 11 Jun 2009 03:02:05 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=612 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]>

The Chester County Parks & Recreation Department is kicking off the 15th Annual Town Tours & Village Walks on Thursday, June 11th in West Chester Borough.

The walks are FREE and last year brought 2,000 people out to experience the towns up close. Most walks begin at 6:00 PM and end around 8:30 PM. Some will even have entertainment and refreshments. Check out the calendar of events for the 2009 Walking Tours scheduled all around Chester County.

What a fun thing to do with the family, a group of friends, or even by yourself! Put on your comfortable walking shoes – and if you know me – I’d make sure my camera was close at hand.

West Chester Borough is featured this week. Call the West Chester Historical Society & Architectural Review Board for more information and your reservation spot at 610-692-4800.

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/10/west-chester-going-to-town/feed/ 1 Chester County Parks http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/07/chester-county-parks/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/07/chester-county-parks/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:32:59 +0000 Chester County Real Estate Agent Kim Wood http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=389 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> East Brandywine Township Park

East Brandywine Township Park

It’s not just a Local Expert that knows and experiences the outdoors in the area parks….

You can experience them with me!

All the townships in Chester County have their own flavor of community parks with walking trails, preservation areas, soccer fields (especially full on Saturdays!), tennis courts, playgrounds, basketball courts, etc. There are also beautiful state parks in Pennsylvania; and I can’t forget the one National Park in Chester County.

I enjoy experiencing the different flavor of the parks in the surrounding areas of the Delaware Valley and try to change the place for my walks.

My favorite parks in CHESTER COUNTY:

Downingtown Borough: Kerr Park occupies a lot of space in my childhood memory bank. The tennis courts are still there that I used to keep myself occupied while “Mom” played. Kerr Park is where many of the festivities for Good Neighbor Day take place. The All-Abilities Playground is also a big hit! For 2009, Kerr Park and the area has been the place to celebrate Downingtown’s 150th Birthday Celebration, too!

East Brandywine Township: Community Park. They just added more fields and the walking trails go on and on… This is where I walk most often, due to convenience to my house :) You can catch entire families exercising and playing ball together many evenings. The energy is phenomenal. We often chase the ball around play tennis here.

East Caln Township: Bell Tavern Park is the place to be on hot weather days! The playground is one of the best in the area (even with sprinklers during the heat) and picnic tables come in handy. There is a sand volleyball court, roller hockey rink, tennis courts, and walking trail as well.

Marsh Creek State Park

Marsh Creek State Park

East Goshen Township: The East Goshen Township Park is located off of Paoli Pike and spans for 55 acres. They have tennis, volleyball, baseball, softball, soccer, putting green, totlot/playground, fitness trail.

I found myself during my walk removing my i-pod headphones to listen to the birds singing to me! They have a bird watching guide and preservation area around the fitness trail.

FrenchCreek State Park: French Creek is our local get-away spot. Camping is offered and you can feel like you are miles away! Home to two lakes and 40 miles of hiking trails. There is a Frisbee golf course, pavilions, and geocaching available.

Hibernia Park (County) Park: Over 900 acres of trails, woodlands, fishing, picnics, camping – PLUS a 90 acre lake for small fishing and boating. There is a historic mansion, Hibernia Mansion (Built around 1744) which is also located in the park and available for limited tours.

French Creek State Park

French Creek State Park

Marsh Creek Lake State Park: This park includes 1,705 acres which includes a 535-acre Lake. Windsurfing, Boating, Kayaking, Fishing, Swimming are all some of the highlights of the park.

(An interesting tidbit about Marsh Creek Lake State Park. My grandmother’s family home is somewhere in the bottom of the lake – taken over by eminent domain.)

Tredyffrin Township: Their parkland has over 345 acres dedicated for parks. Wilson Park (90 acres) is located in Chesterbrook and has an All Abilities Playground, putting green, volleyball, and all sorts of sports fields.

Wait! You can’t leave the Local Yokel Tour of Chester County Parks yet……

Chester County also boasts to be the home of The Valley Forge National Park, one of the most famous parks in the world.

Valley Forge Park not only memorializes the sacrifices and perseverance of the Revolutionary War generation during the encampment of 1777, but there are stories told, tours given, re-enactments lived, and collections displayed.

Valley Forge National Park

Valley Forge National Park

Valley Forge Park includes cell-phone guided tours, and also story telling benches (a storyteller begins telling a 5 minute story when one approaches the bench), trolley tours, after hour tours, Guided Walks, Gallery Talks, Vault Tours, and special events taking place year round. During your visit you most likely will spot at the least deer, and quite possibly other wildlife including fox.

Trail System – Hiking, Horseback Riding, Biking, you can do it all within the Valley Forge Park at different designated areas. 28 miles of authorized trails are located within the park boundaries. There are 19 miles of marked hiking trails designated just for hiking.

The beauty of Chester County abounds when you take a look at the parks. The rolling hills are home to parks that make you feel like you are in the deep forest (French Creek); relax by the water and sunbathe like you are on the beach (Marsh Creek); and get your fill of history lessons while going back in time (Valley Forge).

Chester County, Pennsylvania, a great place to call home, abounding in parks and outdoor recreation.

Written by Kim in 2008

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After my 5K on my 40th 5/9/2009

This Real Estate Agent likes to run. Geesh, I never thought I’d say that ! The only time I planned on running was if I needed to get away, but I caught the bug mid-March 2009 when I plateaued a bit in my weight loss and a friend said to me, “Why don’t you try running?” I started adding a little bit of running during each of my walks – and soon was able to run without having to take a walk breather.

I haven’t stopped since… and I got that “running bug” my Mom has had for years – that I never quite understood. I understand now. I want more, more, more. I want to be faster, stronger, better.

Happy National Running Day, today, June 3rd ! Put on those shoes and take a walk around the block, go for a run, just get moving somehow – you might like it :) There are some wonderful places to enjoy the outdoors for a walk/run around Chester County in the Parks or on trails like Struble.

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/06/03/national-running-day/feed/ 4 The Devon Horse Show http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/05/21/the-devon-horse-show/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/05/21/the-devon-horse-show/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 21:50:21 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=579 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Devon Horse ShowDevon, Chester County is home to The Devon Horse Show and it is the place to be from today, May 21st – May 30th. It all began in 1896, by the Devon Horse Show Association and is the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse competition in the United States.

Riders travel from all over the world come to show and compete at the internationally recognized, USEF-A rated event.

The Show is located at Lancaster Pike & Dorset Rd in Devon, PA. Tickets are available at the gate. It would be a good idea to check the schedule of events before arrival – it’s loaded full of fun!

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]]> http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/05/21/the-devon-horse-show/feed/ 2 Downingtown Turns 150 Years ! http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/05/15/downingtown-turns-150-years/ http://westofphillyburbs.com/2009/05/15/downingtown-turns-150-years/#comments Fri, 15 May 2009 22:32:18 +0000 Kim Wood, Realtor http://westofphillyburbs.com/?p=575 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Chester County, PA Fun for the Weekend ! The Borough of Downingtown is celebrating 150 years on Saturday with lots of fun events beginning with a Parade Through the Years !

Lots of fun entertainment, carriage rides, music, craft show, time capsule opening, buggy/carriage competition, and so much more! The celebration will take place centered around the heart of Downingtown, at Kerr Park and is a hop skip and a jump if you live in the Chester County area.

Visit Downingtown150 for more information and an agenda of the activities for the day.

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