159 Forest Dr, Kennett Square, PA 19348
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$994,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 30, 2026
  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,300 sqft

159 Forest Dr, Kennett Square, PA 19348

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
4,300 sqft
$231/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Landscaped yardFully finished basementFull kitchenFamily roomNatural lightMulti-vehicle driveway
PROPERTY FEATURES: PROPERTY FEATURES:
This stunning home in the prestigious Bayard Estates will be move-in ready in the near future.

Welcome to luxury living in a spacious, single-lot home designed for comfort, entertainment, and convenience. The layout includes a sunroom, family room, formal living and dining areas, and a large private officeideal for remote work or a quiet retreat. The full kitchen boasts a center island perfect for meal prep or casual gatherings, and flows seamlessly to the outdoor patio, ready for summer entertaining.

The fully finished basement features a private entrance, one bedroom, full bathroom, and an open-concept living areaperfect as an in-law suite, guest quarters, or entertainment space.

Upstairs, the primary suite offers two full closets, a spacious master bathroom with dual sinks, and plenty of natural light. A second bedroom includes a private en-suite bathroom, while the third bedroom shares access to the main hall bath. A convenient laundry room completes the upper level.

Additional highlights include:
-Hardwood and carpeted flooring
-Private 2-car garage and multi-vehicle driveway
-Landscaped yard with ample greenery, ideal for gardening enthusiasts
-HOA fees are paid by the owner and include common area maintenance and trash/recycling services. Enjoy access to community amenities like a clubhouse and swimming pool.
-Located in the highly rated Kennett Square School District.

*Lease Terms:
-One pet under 30 LBS is allowed with a one-time pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Applicants must fill out a PetScreening profile for each pet - this will determine the pet deposit and pet rent. Breed restrictions may apply. Please ask management.
-No utilities included in the rent. All utilities are to be placed into the tenant's name.
-Security deposit is equal to one month's rent
-Required $20 monthly Resident Package (see below for more details).
-One-time $100 move-in fee (see below for more details).
-Required $14.50 Liability to Landlord Insurance automatically applied monthly (including fees).

*Applicant Qualifications:
-Verifiable monthly income of at least 3X the rent. Unverifiable income will not be considered.
-A credit score of 670+ is preferred, but we might consider credit scores of 600+. Credit scores of under 600 MIGHT (no guarantees) be considered with a co-signer and/or with an increased security deposit, or final months' rent upfront.
-Nothing in collections/past due is preferred, but might be considered depending on the types of accounts and the amount unpaid/outstanding.
-No prior evictions.
-No criminal record is preferred, but depending on the offense might be considered.
-Not accepting Section 8 vouchers.

-We run a credit, criminal, and eviction check for each applicant or co-applicant (anyone 18+ planning to live at the property must submit an application)
-The application fee is NON-REFUNDABLE, so please call or email BEFORE applying.
-Submitting an application does not render automatic approval.
-Applications are reviewed in the order they were received following the FHA Guidelines

Monthly Fee: Rentwell Resident Package $20
- Convenient online ACH, credit card, and Apple Pay payments through the portal
- $2.50 ACH fee waived (credit card fee/Apple Pay fees still apply)
- Easy account management, document access, and maintenance updates
- 24/7 bilingual maintenance call center to ensure effective communication
- Utility concierge service to streamline your move-in and move-out process

One Time: Move-In Fee $100
- New tenant conversion process
- Lease Generation and/or Negotiation
- Portal Activation
-Thorough pre-move-in visit to document your unit's condition
159 Forest Dr, Kennett Square, PA 19348 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,300 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $535,000 on Sep 23, 2015 (13,359% above the $3,975 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $3,975 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 9, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $994,500, with a rent estimate of $4,712/month.

Home Details for 159 Forest Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Microwave
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool

Additional Information

Clubhouse

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Sold Date
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Sqft
101 Keswick Ct, Kennett Square, PA
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$990,000
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110 Pierce Ln, Kennett Square, PA
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$911,000
01/28/26
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4,071 sqft
13 Canterbury Dr, Kennett Square, PA
0.47
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$677,500
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103 Pierce Ln, Kennett Square, PA
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$810,000
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3,218 sqft
103 Richardsons Brook Dr, Kennett Square, PA
0.51
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$935,000
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4
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105 Sassafras Dr, Kennett Square, PA
0.47
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$1,000,000
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105 Forest Dr, Kennett Square, PA
0.59
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$1,010,000
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107 Indian Springs Rd, Kennett Square, PA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$950,000
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4
4
4,947 sqft
211 Daylesford Ct, Kennett Square, PA
0.84
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$905,000
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3,544 sqft
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Single-Family Home
$825,000
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Rental Market Trends in Kennett Square

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,712/mo
Average rent
$2.1K
$200MoM
Available listings
22
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What Locals Say about Kennett Square

At least 144 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say there are community events

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "Great schools and great place to live. You won’t be upset making the decision to move your family here. "
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    "The only issue is those who don’t properly train their dogs or clean up after them. Overall it is a lovely place to live"
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    "I have visited this area and have friends who like it. There are several places to eat and meet your friends. Perfect for those who live double lives. "
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    "Local Unionville Community Fair every Fall. Steeple Chase every year and downtown garden market. Beer garden and pop up events!"
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    "It’s a small community and events occur regularly. Too many to list. Super low crime, wonderful schools, great restaurants and nature abounds."
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    "People walk their dogs all over this area. The only negative is there are no sidewalks. Otherwise it is fine if you do not mind walking in the grass."
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  • James E.
    "There are many local festivals and parades. We celebrate 1st Friday, and in the summer we also have 3rd Thursdays where State street is closed to traffic and restaurants put out sweating in the street, lots of music, it’s a great family time."
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    "We are a fantastic 55+ Community with a mix of Villas and single family homes. We have a Community Center and pool with many activities throughout the year. A rare, wonderful and interesting neighborhood."
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  • James E.
    "Walkable to borough shops, restaurants and bars. Feels like a connected community. Short drive to West Chester or Wilmington."
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    "1st Fridays, 3rd Thursdays, Mushroom Fest, Victory Block Party, Halloween, Christmas and Mem. Day Parades. New Years Eve Mushroom Drop!"
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    "It’s about a 45-minute to an hour drive to Philly in good traffic and about a 30-minute drive to Wilmington."
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    "Love it. I have loved here for 5 years and it’s a great neighborhood. Lots of Hispanics in this area but the diversity is greatly welcomed "
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    "Nice quiet neighborhood with dogs. Everyone takes good care of their dogs and do not let them run loose"
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    "All different types of people. Everyone is really friendly. Nice local places to go and enjoy. Tourists are good people too. Love the restaurants and coffee shops. "
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    "I’ve lived here for a few years and love it. Hope to buy a home in the boro sometime this year. Everyone is friendly. "
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  • Dan O.
    "Festivals and art strolls- lots of community events and a diverse community where everyone generally gets along "
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    "Nice place to live and raise a family. Nice people and a safe community where cultural diversity thrives and collaborates to thrive!"
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    "Dog owners are welcome here. People keep their dogs on leashes or behind underground electric fences. "
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  • Linda H.
    "We have first Friday where all our stores are open later than usual, mushroom festival in September, alt if outdoor dining, holiday parades and a lot more"
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    "Great small town with lots to do. Good schools and friendly people. Not too far from Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE. "
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    "No one is bothered by barking, everyone has a dog. People don’t appreciate them running loose, need to be kept in your yard or walked on a leash"
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  • Maul23e
    "There are no sidewalks to walk on in the township. It is a very nice place to live though. The neighborhoods are safe. However, there is a good amount of wealth in this community and many of the people feel like they are entitled or better than other people due to their wealth."
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    "Block parties, lots of events in town- festivals, carnivals, community days, dine under stars, parades, holiday specials"
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  • Maul23e
    "Yes but it is hard to walk them due to not having sidewalks. If you live in a big neighborhood it is much easier to walk the dogs"
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    "The neighborhood is quiet, peaceful and well-maintained. Neighbors are generally friendly and not overbearing. "
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    "Friendly people, great schools, lot of natural scenic beauty, peaceful suburban community. Awesome place to raise kids."
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    "Yes, there is a lot of land and open spaces to walk dogs. You can also walk dogs in most neighborhoods but there are no sidewalks."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 9, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,975
Aug 15, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,975
Aug 14, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,975
Jul 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,975
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,100

Frequently asked questions about 159 Forest Dr

  • What is 159 Forest Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Forest Dr in Kennett Square, PA is $994,500.
  • What is the price history for 159 Forest Dr?
    159 Forest Dr in Kennett Square, PA last sold for $535,000 in September 2015.
  • Is Kennett Square a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kennett Square is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kennett Square?
    The median sale price in Kennett Square is $593K. That is down $13.63K from the prior month.
  • Does 159 Forest Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 159 Forest Dr in Kennett Square, PA has a pool.

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