Real Estate
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Downtown Pottstown Is One of the Hottest Neighborhoods in Philly Area
Despite rising home prices and interest rates, it still might be the perfect time for you to buy a home, writes Nydia Han and Heather Gruber for 6ABC. The Philadelphia housing market has the third highest growth rate in the country, according to a new report. Prices in the Philadelphia metro market are up almost…
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First Bank House of the Week: Intricately Detailed Hilltop Abode in Kennett Square
A gorgeous hilltop home on 4 serene acres with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Kennett Square. . . Set on a gentle hill, the home has a charming circular drive lined with gardens and trees. A hand-carved door leads into the foyer that immediately impresses with its…
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Chester County Has the Most Increase in New Housing in the Philadelphia Region
When it comes to new housing in the Philadelphia suburbs, Chester County is ahead of the curve. Compared to the rest of the collar counties, Chester has allowed for more housing units over the past few years, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Despite that, new housing is still on the decline compared to…
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Exton Hotel and Conference Center Up for Auction Starting at $2.5 Million
An Exton hotel is up for auction with a starting bid of $2.5 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 219-key hotel has an assessed property value of $2.35 million and currently is known as the Exton & Chester Hotel & Conference Center. The property has been owned by RRR Hotel LLC…
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There’s an Owner Now for the Delco Shack but He Won’t be Living There
The “Delco Shack”, next to the Springfield Mall, has been bought, though the new owner won’t be living there, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The one-room 17 x 17-foot redbrick Springfield building, purchased by Realtor Joe Vaccone for $150,000, has no running water and no functioning sewage system. It does have location and…
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Willow Grove Shopping Center Gets Approval for New 160-Unit Apartment Building
As the Willow Grove Shopping Center sees a major overhaul, a new 260-unit apartment building has been approved. Federal Realty Investment Trust will build the residential buildings on a parking lot, along with retail and a parking garage, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The site will be at 122 Park Avenue,…
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Landenberg Village Starting Next Chapter in Its Illustrious History with New Owner
Landenberg Village, a popular and beloved spot in New Garden Township that consists of a hotel, a store, and an adjacent pump house, sold last month for $1.062 million to Fenix Capital Group, writes Richard Gaw for the Chester County Press. The new owner specializes in creating innovative and sustainable projects in the Philadelphia region…
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Hankin Group Awarded LEED Gold Certification for Newest Phase at Severgn Apartments
Hankin Group, a Chester County real estate development company dedicated to quality and sustainability, has announced that their newest 2 buildings at apartment community, Severgn Apartments, have been awarded LEED Gold. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system…
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First Bank House of the Week: Mid-Century Modern Home in Malvern
An exquisite mid-century modern home with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Malvern. . . Nestled on picturesque 5.7 acres in the prestigious Radnor Hunt country, the home boasts lush landscaping, manicured lawns, and gorgeous gardens. Inside, the home welcomes you with its grand two-story foyer with skylights…
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Check Out Which Chester County Towns are the Best Places to Live in America
Two Chester County towns are considered some of the best places to live in America. The website Niche looked at several factors including location, school quality, crime rates, employment, and housing to determine the rankings. Devon ranked No. 9 for its highly rated public schools, housing, and being a good place to raise a family.…
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Hankin Apartments Earns Multiple Accolades for Property Management
Hankin Apartments, an award-winning Exton-based property management company, was recently recognized for multiple awards through SatisFacts’ National epIQ index and J Turner Research’s ORA Power Ranking. These benchmark tools measure overall resident satisfaction through the company’s and their subsequent communities’ online reputations. SatisFacts’ National epIQ index is based off four primary variables: renter ratings, review…
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Malvern-Based Vanguard Signs New Lease in Nearly 135,000 Foot Space in Scottsdale
Malvern-based investment giant Vanguard is expanding its business to the Southwest United States, recently signing a lease for a building in Scottsdale, Arizona amid growth plans, writes Ron Davis for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Vanguard already has an office that is nearby the newly signed building and employs 3,000 people in Scottsdale. The nearly…
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These Chester County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania
Some of the most expensive homes in Pennsylvania can be found in Chester County, according to a report by Stacker. Here are Chester County towns that ranked made the list. Exton ranked at No. 24 with a home value of $549,091 and a one-year price change of an increase of 5.2 percent. Kennett Square…
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These Chester County Towns Have the Fastest-Growing Home Prices
Some of the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania can be found in Chester County towns, according to a report by Stacker. Avondale ranked No. 41 on the list with an average home value of $549,061, with a one-year price change of 4.4 percent. West Grove made No. 39, with an average home value of $430,661…
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18th-Century Farmhouse with Amish-built Extension Hits Market Outside West Chester
A gorgeous farmhouse in Westtown Township built in 1758 with a finely crafted extension added by Amish carpenters in 1989 has recently hit the market, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. The six-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home is set on a lovely one-acre lot that offers beautiful views throughout. The original farmhouse retains much of its historic…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Perfect Blend of History and Modern Updates in Chadds Ford
A remarkable historic colonial home with seven bedrooms and five full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford. . . The main home was originally constructed in 1702 by John Hope, who arrived on William Penn’s fleet from England. As soon as you step inside, the residence’s historical significance envelopes you. …
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Chester County Sees Increase in Home Prices Amid Market Drought
Home prices in the Philadelphia region are skyrocketing due to a low inventory of houses on the market. Chester County has seen an 8 percent increase in home prices and remains the most expensive county with an average sale of $530,000, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The average home sale in…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Place Entertainment on a Grand Scale in West Chester
An extraordinary custom traditional home on 1.1 acres with five bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in West Chester. . . The residence is perfectly situated on a private lane in a coveted Squires Lea community. Entry to the home is through a house-length grand central hall featuring African…





























































