No need to look any further, new homes in West Chester, PA is a great place to start. The historic row house city is located in the stunning Pennsylvania countryside, which makes for great views and nice big yards. The historic downtown is bustling with activity. Residents enjoy the "wonderful, vibrant downtown" and the walkability of it. There's quick access they have to great restaurants, wine spots, and shopping of all kinds just by walking down the street. The buildings downtown are stunning as well; over 90% of the downtown area is on the national registry of historic places. The courthouse, for example, is a classical revival building designed by the architect Thomas U. Walker in the 1840s before he went on to help design the capitol building in Washington DC.
One draw of West Chester is the presence of the University right in town. It provides jobs, community education classes, and brings in educated youth who fall in love with the town and stick around after graduation. West Chester is great for young professionals. Commodore International, VWR International, Synthes, and Lasko Products, Inc. all have headquarters right in West Chester, and many other companies have large offices here. This booming economy has kept West Chester prosperous, unlike many similar towns in southeastern Pennsylvania. Plus, downtown Philadelphia is only 45 minutes away. There are a whole ton of jobs and cultural events and places right nearby!
West Chester is right in the heart of Brandywine Valley, a beautiful scenic vacation spot. Visit any one of the many wineries, art galleries, and historic museums for a fun afternoon out in the country. Or, head out to First Friday, right in town, where the local arts scene is celebrated every month. Take a Ghost Tour of the historic sites if you're not too spooked. There are plenty of parks right in town if you want to take the pooch for a walk or have a picnic with a friend.
Jobs. Nightlife. Arts and Culture. Small town charm. West Chester has it all! Browse the many beautiful homes for sale in West Chester, PA on New Homes Source today! But if you can't quite find the perfect new home for you, expand your search to nearby cities such as Downington and Chester Springs.
There are many types of subdivisions across the Philadelphia area incuding the many luxury communities, 55+ communities , and condominium projects in Philadelphia. Alternatively, you can widen your search from the 87 West Chester communities to browse all the Philadelphia new communities.
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Market Overview: New Homes in West Chester, PA
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in West Chester and the new construction market for new build homes in West Chester:
| City | West Chester |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Metro Area | Philadelphia |
| Subdivisions | 87 |
| Move in Ready Homes | 83 |
| Homes Under Construction | 74 |
| Starting Price | $175,000 |
| Average Price | $992,661 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $317 |
| New Home Builders | 45 |
| Builders in West Chester | |
Customizable Options in West Chester
| Floor Plans Available | 317 |
| Bedroom Count | 1 to 5 |
| Bathroom Count | 1 to 25 |
| Square Footage Range | 567 to 6,378 sq/ft. |
