Real Estate
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Lavish Malvern Property Without Enough Superlatives to Describe
Lavish. Spacious. Comfortable. Welcoming. Impressive. These are just some of the adjectives that describe the real estate opportunity at 291 Boot Road in Malvern. This five-bedroom, eight-and-one-half bath manor home is certainly a showpiece, but it’s also inviting enough to welcome a close-knit family and envelop them in warmth and security. The winding driveway brings…
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As Homeowners Seek the Best Options to Refresh Their Exteriors, These West Chester-Based Pros Have Seen It All
With outdoor renovations growing in popularity, local homeowners are seeking the best options to refresh their exteriors, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. And while there are numerous materials from which to choose, both cost and aesthetics vary. Vinyl siding is considered to be most affordable, but it can sag over time in the…
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Our Red Fox Population Is Flourishing. Members of Radnor Hunt in Willistown Township Want to Keep It That Way
The red fox population is currently flourishing in Hunt Country, and the members of Radnor Hunt in Willistown Township are among those who are determined to keep it that way, writes J.F. Pirro for The Hunt Magazine. While some might find it contradictory, foxhunters love their quarry and want to keep it safe. “Our goal…
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Multidisciplinary Real Estate Firm Based in Paoli Mulls a Move South
Paoli-based Edgewater Group recently acquired office space in Naples, Fla., and is planning to run its new $100 million acquisition fund from this new location, according to a report from the Business Observer. The multidisciplinary real estate firm currently has properties in at least five sectors and around 200 employees nationwide. According to Edgewater Founding…
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New Park in Media Will Honor Borough’s Black Heritage
A new park in Media named Heritage will be dedicated Nov. 6 to the lives and history of Black families who have lived in the borough, writes Christine Jean-Baptiste for WHYY. The land for Heritage Park was purchased by the borough from resident Norma Bean and her family. Media, the seat of Delaware County, has…
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Hankin Group to Expand Eagleview Trail Network
In the midst of Eagleview, a mixed-use community of opportunity across 800 acres of land in Exton, there is an extensive network of trails for its 4,000 residents and 6,000 employees. Hankin Group recently announced its plans to expand the community with a new path set to begin construction later this week. Since 2013, community…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Manor Home in Devon One of the Main Line’s Most Unique Estates
A manor home nestled on 1.3 gorgeous acres with six bedrooms and five bathrooms is available for sale in Devon. . . Built around 1900, this property was comprised of a school and carriage home that have since been combined into one of the Main Line’s most unique estates. . . The home offers both…
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Malvern-Based Developer Acquires Prominent Local Building for $10.5 Million
Malvern-based E. Kahn Development has acquired the former Harleysville Group headquarters in Montgomery County. It bought the site from Broadstone Net Lease for $10.5 million, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 241,688-square-foot building was constructed in 1950 and sits on a 48.7-acre plot. According to property records, Broadstone purchased the property in…
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Check Out Where Chester County Ranks Among the Best Counties to Buy a House in Pennsylvania
Chester County ranks among the Top 15 Best Counties to Buy a House in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released list by Niche.com. To determine the rankings, Niche.com compared counties in the Keystone State based on several relevant metrics, such as home values, property taxes, homeownership rates, housing costs, and real estate trends. Chester County…
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Check Out Where Chester County Ranks Among the Top 100 Places to Live in America
Chester County is one of the Top 100 places to live in America, according to newly released rankings by Niche.com. To determine the rankings, Niche.com compared counties in the nation based on several relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Chester County placed No. 56 nationwide, which also…
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After Nearly Six Months on the Market, Building at ‘Highly Sought-After Location’ in Downingtown Finds New Owner
The Roberts Building, located on one of the most popular streets in downtown Downingtown, has a new owner, ending its 169-day listing, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. The sale of the nearly 38,000-square-foot building at 100 East Lancaster Avenue was coordinated by commercial real estate brokerage firm Marcus & Millichap. An unnamed…
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Hankin Group’s 35th Annual Golf Invitational Raises Record Amount of Money to Support Handi-Crafters
Hankin Group’s 35th Annual Golf Invitational recently raised a record-breaking $275,000 for the benefit of Handi-Crafters. Almost 250 golfers gathered at the Whitford Country Club in Exton on the first Monday in October to raise funds for the Thorndale-based nonprofit that operates a work center that empowers individuals with disabilities to lead more independent, productive,…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Two Homes in One in Spring City
A beautiful, two-in-one home with a total of six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Spring City. . . The property is nestled on 17 acres that served as a dairy farm and, as such, feature several outbuildings, including a springhouse, two-story barn, workshop, and an oversized garage. .…
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Tips for Buyers and Sellers in This Sizzling Chesco Housing Market
If you’re buying or selling a home in this current real estate housing market, you know that it is a “seller’s market” in Chester County due to the current climate of low inventory and high demand. Add in the fact that interest rates are extremely low and you have a tight market for buyers looking…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Splendid Architecture That Blends with Nature in Tredyffrin Township
A mid-century modern home with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. . . The house was designed by renowned Philadelphia architect Robert McElroy, and his style is reflected throughout, particularly in the high ceilings, architectural beams, and elements of nature incorporated into the structure. . . The…
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Farmhouse in West Chester Home to Local Couple … and Their Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, Fish, Horse, Donkeys, Etc.
John Braxton, who runs Braxton’s Animal Works in Wayne, and Mindy Rhodes have found their ideal home. The couple and their numerous pet companions are now nestled in a picturesque farmhouse in West Chester. Sally Downey profiled the relocation in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Six years ago, they were living in Berwyn and looking to find…
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Ongoing Work-from-Home Policies Keep Chester County’s Residential Real Estate Market Scorching Hot
During the pandemic, Chester County proved to be a hot spot for people moving out of densely populated areas. Relocators sought larger homes, rolling hills, and spaces more conducive to social distancing. The residential real estate market continues to churn, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Holly Gross, a realtor with Berkshire Hathaway…
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FEMA Changes to Flood Insurance Pricing Cause Increases Downstream for Area Residents with Coverage
Changes made by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in its flood insurance pricing structures will soon have area homeowners digging deeper into their wallets. Taylor Allen waded through the particulars for AXIOS Philadelphia. The news comes as Philadelphia and surrounding counties continue to recover from the flooding caused by Hurricane Ida. FEMA’s new pricing…





























































