55 Raintree Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-7357 $1,295,000
With Pending Contract
Interior Sq. Ft: 3,192
Acreage: 8.2
Age:59 years
Style:
Ranch/Rambler
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Discover an elegant, meticulously crafted home with a charming contemporary flair, nestled on the private lane of Selborne Drive, surrounded by estate properties and lush open space. This unique residence boasts a mailing address of 55 Selborne Drive, Centerville, Delaware 19807, while its physical address is in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. As you pass through the serene privacy gate and meander along the tree-lined lane, you'll be welcomed by this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home, complete with a beautifully crafted covered front door and an oversized three-car garage, quietly perched on an 8-acre lot. Step inside to a bright foyer that leads to a welcoming living room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace, built-in cabinetry, recessed lighting, skylights, and soaring 9-foot ceilings. The elegant hardwood flooring extends throughout the main level, while tall Pella glass doors and expansive windows invite an abundance of natural light. The durable IPA wood deck, complemented by a contemporary Viewrail cable railing system, offers sweeping views of the picturesque wooded surroundings. On one side of the living room, the main-level primary suite boasts stunning views, recessed lighting, and two spacious walk-in closets, along with a cozy office/study filled with windows. The luxurious four-piece primary bathroom features double sinks with quartz countertops, a tiled shower, a soaking tub with a tiled surround, and a water closet. On the opposite side, the bright and airy dining room, complete with pocket doors and backlit glass shelving, provides dual access to the rear deck area. The expansive eat-in kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring an oversized center island, floor-to-ceiling backlit Mahogany cabinetry, beautiful Limestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and large windows that fill the space with light. This area also offers direct access to the entertaining space on the deck. Adjacent to the kitchen, a convenient mudroom/laundry room connects to both the glamorous three-car garage and an outside entrance. The lower level showcases Brazilian cherry flooring and recessed lighting throughout. The spacious family room, with its fireplace and twin built-in cabinetry, is perfect for gatherings. Two additional bedrooms feature large closets, and a full bathroom serves this area. Additionally, there’s a second laundry area and an unfinished basement with a garage door leading outside. This remarkable property is situated in one of the most desirable locations straddling the Delaware border, close to Wilmington, West Chester, and Philadelphia, and is part of the award-winning Unionville-Chadds Ford School District. Experience the unparalleled lifestyle this home offers!
Living Room: 20 X 16 - Main
Dining Room: 18 X 14 - Main
Primary Bed: 15 X 14 - Main
Office: 13 X 10 - Main
Family Room: 20 X 16 - Lower 1
Bedroom 2: 12 X 14 - Lower 1
Bedroom 3: 16 X 11 - Lower 1
Laundry: 9 X 6 - Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
High School: Unionville
Features
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Oil, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Propane, Well Water, On Site Septic, 200+ Amp Service, Generator, Basement Laundry, Main Floor Laundry, Cable TV, Propane
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Basement Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Attached Garage Spaces #: 3;
Interior
Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Improved Basement, Outside Entrance Basement, Partial , Partially Finished Basement, Basement Shelving, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, , Wood Fireplace, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High Ceilings, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors, Sliding Glass Doors
Exterior
Block Foundation, Asphalt Roof, Block Exterior, Frame Exterior, Stucco Exterior, Deck(s)
Lot
Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Partly Wooded Lot, Scenic Vista View, Trees/Woods View, Valley View, Paved Road
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Public Elementary (6 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Hillendale Elementary School | Unionville-Chadds Ford School District | K–5 | Chadds Ford | 2.11 mi |
Chadds Ford Elementary School | Unionville-Chadds Ford School District | K–5 | Chadds Ford | 2.86 mi |
Greenwood Elementary School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 1–5 | Kennett Square | 3.37 mi |
Pocopson Elementary School | Unionville-Chadds Ford School District | K–5 | West Chester | 4.6 mi |
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School | Brandywine School District | Preschool | Wilmington | 4.93 mi |
Hanby Elementary School | Brandywine School District | K–5 | Wilmington | 4.93 mi |
Public Middle (3 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
duPont (H.B.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Hockessin | 4.62 mi |
Springer Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.75 mi |
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Greenville | 4.94 mi |
Public High (3 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
duPont (Alexis I.) High School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.01 mi |
Kennett High School | Kennett Consolidated School District | 9–12 | Kennett Square | 4.87 mi |
Concord High School | Brandywine School District | 9–12 | Wilmington | 4.91 mi |
Private (13 schools)
School | Grades | Place | Distance | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Centerville Layton School | Nonsectarian | K–12 | Wilmington | 0.48 mi |
Fairville Friends School Inc | Friends | Preschool–K | Chadds Ford | 2.11 mi |
The Pilot School | Nonsectarian | Ungraded | Wilmington | 3.45 mi |
Albert Einstein Academy | Jewish | K–5 | Wilmington | 3.69 mi |
St Cornelius School | Roman Catholic | Preschool–K | Chadds Ford | 3.74 mi |
Ducklings Early Learning Center | Nonsectarian | K | Kennett Square | 3.75 mi |
Brandywine Valley Christian Presch | Baptist | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 3.94 mi |
St Mary Magdalen School | Roman Catholic | Preschool–8 | Wilmington | 4.55 mi |
The Tatnall School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–12 | Wilmington | 4.61 mi |
Montessori Learning Centre | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 4.72 mi |
Wilmington Christian School Inc. | Christian (no specific denomination) | Preschool–12 | Hockessin | 4.72 mi |
Children's House Montessori | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Wilmington | 4.73 mi |
Goddard School | Nonsectarian | Preschool–K | Chadds Ford | 4.74 mi |
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This report is a detailed community overview for Chadds Ford (19317), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 32
- Average salary of people in this community: $103,101
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 468
- Household Size (ppl): 2.67
- Households w/ Children: 58%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 2,926 (76.9%)
- Rented: 809 (21.3%)
- Vacant: 69 (1.8%)
- Total: 3,804
Population Demographics
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Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.4%
- Some High School: 2.4%
- High School Graduate: 14.9%
- Some College: 10.3%
- Associate Degree: 6.6%
- Bachelor's Degree: 31.7%
- Graduate Degree: 32.7%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $125,938
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- One Bedroom: $1,438
- Two Bedroom: $1,694
- Three Bedroom: $2,045
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