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$1,426,963$300 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,800,000 on Aug 21, 2024

491 BAYARD RD

KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
4
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
4,754 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
8.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1841
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,800,000 · Aug 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,802 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$453,650 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$387,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$410,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$542,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
13
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1955
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Greenwood Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Kennett High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Kennett Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi

District: Kennett Consolidated School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19348These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,379
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.635 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,766
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,168
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

491 Bayard Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in Kennett Square 19348
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Kennett Square 19348
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Chester County
  • Among the largest lots in Kennett Square 19348
  • Among the oldest homes in Kennett Square 19348

What homes are worth in Kennett Square 19348

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$309K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Kennett Square 19348.

How it measures up in Kennett Square 19348

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kennett Square 19348.

Estimated value$1,426,963
CheaperTypical $615,394Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area4,754 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size8.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1841
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 491 Bayard Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKennett Square 19348Chester County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,426,96398% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30083% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than4,754 ft²90% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.4 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1841almost no homesalmost no homes

About 491 Bayard Rd

How much is 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA is $1,426,963 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,267,163 to $1,586,763. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA last sell?

491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA last sold on Aug 21, 2024 for $1,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA?

491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 4,754 square feet of living space.

When was 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA built?

491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA was built in 1841, making it 185 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA?

491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA is assigned to Greenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Kennett High School (high), rated C+; Kennett Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Kennett Consolidated School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA compare to other homes in Kennett Square 19348?

Among the 7,126 homes in Kennett Square 19348, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,426,963 against a typical $615,394), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($300 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 90% of them (4,754 ft² against a typical 2,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (8.4 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1841 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Chester County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 491 Bayard Rd, Kennett Square, PA was $1,802. The county assessed it at $453,650.

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