The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19335 sells for about $535,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 6 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,707 a month.
ZIP 19335 — Downingtown
The 19335 housing market remains highly competitive, characterized by low inventory and strong demand for single-family homes. Prices continue to appreciate steadily, driven by the area's reputation for excellent schools and its strategic location within the Philadelphia suburbs.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking high-quality schools and professionals who value a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 6 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.3% · poverty 2.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 19335, Chester County PA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Downingtown generally reports low crime rates compared to regional averages, with property crime being the primary concern in suburban residential pockets.
The area is served by the highly-regarded Downingtown Area School District, which consistently ranks among the top-performing districts in Chester County.
The region faces moderate risks from localized flooding near the East Branch Brandywine Creek and typical mid-Atlantic storm-related wind events.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Exton commercial corridor and major regional employers in the pharmaceutical and technology sectors.
Property taxes are levied by Chester County, the Downingtown Area School District, and the local borough or township, with rates varying significantly by specific municipality.
Residents benefit from proximity to the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Line and major transit corridors including US-30 and the PA Turnpike for access to Philadelphia.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including Marsh Creek State Park, the Struble Trail, and numerous local golf courses and community parks.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and consistent demand, driven by professionals commuting to the Philadelphia and King of Prussia employment hubs.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of healthcare, education, and professional services, with significant employment hubs in nearby Exton and West Chester.
The area is well-connected via the US-30 bypass and the SEPTA regional rail line, facilitating commutes to Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects near the borough center and the expansion of residential subdivisions in the surrounding townships.
The Chester County Assessment Office manages property valuations, with assessments typically based on a percentage of fair market value.
Parcels are subject to Downingtown Area School District taxes and various municipal levies, with some areas served by specific utility authorities.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners in flood-prone areas near the Brandywine Creek may require additional coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Large state park featuring a 535-acre lake for boating and fishing.
Popular multi-use trail following the East Branch Brandywine Creek.
Major retail hub serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.