1720 Newark Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
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1720 Newark Rd
Kennett Square, PA 19348

  • 7 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 4,095 sqft (on 44.40 acres)
7 Beds
6 Baths
4,095 sqft
(on 44.40 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1737
Lot Size
44.4 acres
Living Area
4,095 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Acres of open space surround this lovely 7 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath historic farmhouse rental in Cheshire Hunt Country. Mature trees, picturesque stone barn ruins and farmland surround this one of a kind rental home. Easy commute to West Chester, Wilmington & Philadelphia. Unionville schools!! 2020-10-18
1720 Newark Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348 is a 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,095 sqft single-family home built in 1737. It last sold for $1,450,000 on Mar 8, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2020 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 1, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,395/month.

Home Details for 1720 Newark Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Oil, YesHeating Fuel: Oil
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Mud Room
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: None, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1737Year Updated: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 44.40 acres

Price History for 1720 Newark Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/08/2021$1,450,000Sold
N/A
11/01/2020$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/18/2020$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/29/2018$2,500Sold
N/A
10/26/2015$1,950,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/03/2015$2,100,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/05/2013$2,200,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/06/2011$2,200,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/26/2011$2,200,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/29/2009$2,200,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/31/2009$2,500,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/05/2008$2,500,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/29/2008$2,775,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/25/2003$234,100Sold
N/A

Market trends in Kennett Square

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$587K
$3.9KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
Price per sq ft
$253
$2MoM
Available listings
56
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$28,594
Assessment$718,910
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1720 Newark Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
482 W Street Rd, Kennett Square, PA
0.66
Single-Family Home
$850,000
06/18/26
4
3
3,773
117 Deer Creek Xing, Kennett Square, PA
2.00
Single-Family Home
$785,000
01/21/26
4
4
4,372
804 N Mill Rd, Kennett Square, PA
1.63
Single-Family Home
$570,315
11/20/25
4
2.5
1,898
104 Deer Creek Xing, Kennett Square, PA
2.10
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
06/22/26
4
4.5
5,333
804 Mill Rd, Kennett Square, PA
1.66
Single-Family Home
$570,315
11/24/25
4
2
1,898
702 Great Oak Ln, Kennett Square, PA
2.20
Single-Family Home
$800,000
07/13/26
4
2.5
2,638
302 Manor Dr, Kennett Square, PA
2.21
Single-Family Home
$620,000
02/27/26
4
3.5
2,517
820 Waverly Rd, Kennett Square, PA
2.31
Single-Family Home
$875,000
03/12/26
4
2.5
3,315
109 Ronway Dr, Avondale, PA
2.35
Single-Family Home
$665,000
10/06/25
4
3.5
3,492
1351 Scott Rd, Coatesville, PA
2.58
Single-Family Home
$4,900,000
05/05/26
6
5
1,927

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Assigned Schools

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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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  • Tanayshareed
    "Beautiful quiet area that I work in historically landmarks multi-cultural community reminds me of Media Pennsylvania "
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  • Carlos Ortiz
    "Lots of developments and town is growing with businesses and new homes. Kennett is multicultural and modern. "
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  • Bryan Kropnick
    "Great schools and great place to live. You won’t be upset making the decision to move your family here. "
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  • Glenna Hendren
    "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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  • Alex L.
    "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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  • Cindy.liebermsn
    "Local Unionville Community Fair every Fall. Steeple Chase every year and downtown garden market. Beer garden and pop up events!"
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  • Colleen G.
    "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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  • Maul23e
    "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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  • Seztwo
    "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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  • James E.
    "1st Fridays, 3rd Thursdays, Mushroom Fest, Victory Block Party, Halloween, Christmas and Mem. Day Parades. New Years Eve Mushroom Drop!"
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  • Lnwinchester
    "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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  • Rdelorraine
    "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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  • Cashion
    "Nice quiet neighborhood with dogs. Everyone takes good care of their dogs and do not let them run loose"
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  • Bky89
    "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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  • Bky89
    "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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  • Cindy.liebermsn
    "Love this area!!! Private, secure and beautiful with deer, fox and tons of birds! Wonderful schools and fabulous neighbors..."
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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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  • Dan O.
    "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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  • Tpn4407
    "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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  • RKMACNEILL
    "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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  • Denisekinney58
    "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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    "Not a lot of space to run in the borough due to the limited housing options although there are dog parks "
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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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  • jfleming8809
    "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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  • Floydhjr
    "The neighborhood is quiet, peaceful and well-maintained. Neighbors are generally friendly and not overbearing. "
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  • Aman
    "Friendly people, great schools, lot of natural scenic beauty, peaceful suburban community. Awesome place to raise kids."
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  • Maul23e
    "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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  • Magdalena C.
    "beautiful area with friendly neighbors and the store grocery I’m walking to visit 😊 There are different activities throughout the year in the community! I love how relatively close are all the establishments of the place"
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