What Westtown Reserve Is
Westtown Reserve is a 55+ for-sale condominium community at 100 Gilpin Drive in West Chester — a small, intimate building offering lock-and-leave condo ownership in the heart of Chester County. All units are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 8 floor plan options ranging 1,386 to 1,795 square feet. Every unit includes secure underground parking, eliminating the outdoor parking and winter weather exposure that most condo buildings require. Some floor plans feature private balconies, terraces, or sitting rooms.
West Chester Borough is minutes from the building — the community's primary lifestyle differentiator. For buyers who want to own a maintenance-free condo with walkable access to West Chester's restaurants, arts scene, and Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, Westtown Reserve is one of the only options in the market that delivers that combination at 55+ age-restricted ownership. The community is small enough that residents actually know each other, which reviews consistently praise as the defining community character.
The Lock-and-Leave Case for Westtown Reserve
Westtown Reserve's condo format — no exterior maintenance, HOA handles everything outside the unit, secure underground parking — is ideal for buyers who travel frequently, split time between locations, or want to simplify without giving up Chester County's lifestyle. The building's small scale (under 100 units) means the HOA is manageable and neighbor familiarity is high. Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital is approximately 4 miles away. West Chester Borough dining is 5 minutes. Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 30 minutes. For buyers prioritizing travel-friendly ownership in Chester County, this is the most directly optimized option in the market.
Floor Plans
Eight floor plans ranging 1,386 to 1,795 sq ft, all 2 BR / 2 BA with spacious kitchen, living room, dining room, and laundry room. Features vary by model and may include sitting rooms, private balconies, or terraces. Hardwood flooring in foyer, granite countertops. Fitness center, library, and solarium with balcony in building common areas. Verify current unit availability and specific floor plan availability on MLS.
Cost Structure
| Item | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Condo Price | Verify current MLS | Small community, limited turnover — engage Chester County agent early |
| HOA/Condo Fee | Verify with HOA | Covers exterior maintenance, parking, building amenities, landscaping, snow |
| Property Tax | ~1.9% effective (Chester Co.) | West Chester area — confirm with Chester County assessment |
| PA Act 1 Exemption | File by March 1 | Primary residents |
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