Chester County property record for 438 Merrick Ln, Kennett Square, PA 19348
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,051 sqft · built 1989 |
| Lot Size | 1 acre (43,560 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $315,000 (Oct 2000) |
| Tax Bill | $1,700 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | May 2022 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 61-6-43.41 |
| Primary APN | 61-6-43.41 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 9 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 3,051 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 3,708 sqft |
| Basement Area | 657 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1989 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1989 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 43,560 sqft |
| View / Lot | Neighborhood |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 657 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Connected |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 438 MERRICK LN |
|---|---|
| City | KENNETT SQUARE |
| State | PA |
| Zip | 19348-1508 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RB |
| Legal Description | 1 AC & DWG LOT 16 |
| Legal Subdivision | BEVERSREDE |
| Legal Lot Number | 16 |
| Jurisdiction | CHESTER PA |
| Township / Civil Division | EAST MARLBOROUGH |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3001 |
| Census Tract | 303501 |
438 Merrick Ln is owned and occupied by an individual who acquired it in May 2022.
Source: Chester County records, as of May 28, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 438 MERRICK LN, KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348-1508 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 3, 2000 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 3, 2000 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 9, 1999 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 200064083 |
| Deed Book / Page | 4828 / 783 |
| Last Transfer Date | May 20, 2022 |
| Transfer Doc | 0108820047 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CHESTER PA |
| Recording Date | May 25, 2022 |
| Property Address | 438 MERRICK LN, KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348-1508 |
| Document Number | 0108820047 |
| Book / Page | 10882 / 47 |
| Map Reference | PL 4438 |
| Instrument Date | May 20, 2022 |
| Instrument | 11926283 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 2, 2022 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 438 MERRICK LN, KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348-1508 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 438 Merrick Ln was $1,700.
Source: Chester County assessment roll, as of May 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Chester County |
| County Subdivision | East Marlborough Township |
| Unified School District | Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,700.00 | $282,760 Land $94,530 Building $188,230 | $282,760 Land $94,530 Building $188,230 |
| 2024 | $11,158.00 | $282,760 Land $94,530 Building $188,230 | |
| 1998 | $282,760 Land $94,530 Building $188,230 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 438 Merrick Ln in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 2, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 438 Merrick Ln is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 43% of Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | AQUA PA WEST CHESTER private · serves 48,600 people · EPA ID PA1150098 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 30 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 72 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Verizon Fiber | 980 / 880 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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