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Property Description
Welcome to 551 Franklin, a sun-filled charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath Donegal model located in the highly desirable 55+ community of Hershey's Mill. Perfectly sized for social downsizers who enjoy entertaining, this home offers a thoughtful open-concept floor plan that makes hosting family and friends effortless. This home is a rare gem, ideally located in a superb neighborhood with its own pool, and nearby to the community amenities yet still private and quiet. Experience low-maintenance, blissful living with amenities that include a Community Center, library, pool, tennis courts, pickleball, wood shop, walking trails, and, of course, the nearby golf course and clubhouse. As you arrive, you'll appreciate the one-car detached garage along with generous guest parking conveniently located near your front door. Being an end unit, the home has natural light throughout the day, enhanced by two charming window seats that provide the perfect perch to enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The spacious, eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a cozy breakfast room - ideal for casual dining during slow mornings. The living room and formal dining area seamlessly connect, creating an inviting flow for gatherings and celebrations. Step outside to your private patio for a sunny afternoon barbecue or a peaceful evening of unwinding. Attic storage is a bonus. Hershey's Mill is a highly sought-after 55+ community, pairing low-maintenance living with unbeatable amenities including a library, pool, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, and a woodshop. Membership at the well-regarded Hershey's Mill Golf Club is also available with an added fee.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 551 Franklin Way
General
- Sold For: $430,000
- HOA FEE: $667/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,703 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PACT2094958
- Added to Site: 317 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
- Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Partially Carpeted
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, 15 x 12, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1, 10 x 11, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room, 17 x 13, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Pantry, 17 x 12, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 11 x 10, Main
- Laundry: Main Floor
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Common Grounds, Gated Community
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Detached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: East Goshen Twp (10353)
- Municipality: EAST GOSHEN TWP
- County: Chester
- Development Name: Hersheys Mill
- Subdivision: Hersheys Mill
- Cross Streets: Chandler Drive
- Driving Directions: Main Security Gate is 1500 Greenhill Road. Once inside the Hersheys Mill community, travel pass the community center and Sullivan House. At top of the hill, turn right onto Chandler. Left on Mill. Left into Franklin. Pass Franklin Pool, look for 551.
School Information
- School District: West Chester Area
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Pool(s), Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Water, Sewer, Insurance, All Ground Fee, Management, Alarm System, Security Gate
- Adult Community: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Community Septic Tank, Public Septic, Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch/Rambler, Carriage House, Colonial, Traditional
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler, Carriage House, Colonial, Traditional
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Model: DONEGAL
- Construction: Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,328
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,328 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,328 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1985
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,328
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Zoning: R2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $338.86
- Association Fee: $2,000
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Other Fee: $2,520
- Other Fee Freq.: One Time
- Assessment Year: 2024
- School Tax: $2,899
- City/TownTax: $223
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $580
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $127,530
- Tax Amount: $3,703
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1328
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Light fixture in kitchen and in dining room , bedroom lamps, and magnifying mirror in bathroom are excluded.
- Inclusions: Washer, dryer, fridge in as is condition. Light fixture in foyer.
- Lot Number: 551
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont, Deborah E Dorsey
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Patricia Ann Doran
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Schools
Schools serving 551 Franklin Way
School District:West Chester Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Goshen El School 800 North Chester Road, West Chester, PA 19380 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
J R Fugett Middle School 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, PA 19380 | 6-8 | 2.1 mi |
West Chester East High School 450 Ellis Lane, West Chester, PA 19380 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 551 Franklin Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2025
Sold
$430,000
-4.44%
MLS
4/15/2025
Price Reduced
$450,000
-5.26%
MLS
4/09/2025
Listed
$475,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
551 Franklin Way, West Chester, PA 19380 (MLS# PACT2094958) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $430,000 on June 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 551 Franklin Way? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in West Chester? You can browse all West Chester real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

