Kennett Consolidated School District · New Garden Township, Chester County, PA
Brittany Hills
Performance Tier
Underperformer
Median Sold
$557,500
Avg. Appreciation
28%
Avg. $ Gain
$118,347
2025 Sales
6
Low Activity
★ Value Play
Compared to the Kennett Consolidated district average, Brittany Hills is
underperforming by 51%.
Based on 33 years of public sales records across 2418 neighborhoods in 4 counties.
About
Brittany Hills of New Garden is an age-qualified (55+) subdivision of 126 homes built circa 2003 by Wilkinson Builders, occupying 46 acres of rolling Chester County countryside in New Garden Township. The community consists of detached singles and semi-attached twins ranging from approximately 1,600 to 3,200 square feet, each built with nine-foot ceilings and full basements. The Brittany Hills Homeowners Association (BHHA) maintains 18.5 acres of common areas and contracts lawn care, snow removal, trash collection, and upkeep of a clubhouse that includes an indoor pool, spa, fitness center, card room, library, tennis/pickleball court, and bocce courts.
Specifications
Home Stock
Brittany Hills consists of detached singles and semi-attached twins built circa 2003 by Wilkinson Builders. Home configurations include single-story ranches, two-story designs, and carriage-style units, generally featuring first-floor primary suites, nine-foot ceilings, full basements, and attached garages. The community is age-qualified under the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), requiring at least one occupant per home to be 55 or older; buyers should confirm current age-verification procedures with the BHHA before purchase.
Location & Access
Access to Brittany Hills is from Gap Newport Pike (Pennsylvania Route 41) onto Brittany Drive. PA Route 41 connects directly south to Delaware Route 41 (Lancaster Pike/Newport Gap Pike), linking residents to Wilmington and Interstate 95 in Delaware. Route 1 (US 1) and Delaware Route 7 (Limestone Road) are also accessible from the Route 41 interchange in New Garden Township. Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 33 miles away; Wilmington’s New Castle Airport is approximately 15 miles away.
Location Anchors
New Garden Township
Chester, PA
39.815, -75.752
What Makes This Distinct
As an age-qualified community, the buyer pool at Brittany Hills is structurally narrower than in non-age-restricted neighborhoods: federal HOPA rules require that at least 80% of occupied units have one resident age 55 or older, and the deed restrictions are enforced by the BHHA — factors that can affect both the pace of resale and the range of eligible purchasers. The community’s long-run appreciation has trailed the broader Kennett Consolidated district, a pattern consistent with the structural ceiling that age-qualification places on demand.
For Buyers & Sellers
If You’re Buying
$558k median price point. competitive market.
If You’re Selling
Sellers gained $118k on average. trailing the district by 51%. active market (10 day median). median sale price $558k.
Worth Asking
Have you considered how the BHHA’s Architectural Review Committee approval requirement for exterior changes — covering decks, patios, screened porches, and landscape beds — interacts with your plans for the home, and whether the current HOA reserve fund is adequately funded to avoid a special assessment?
Common Questions
Who qualifies to purchase a home in Brittany Hills?
Brittany Hills is an age-qualified community governed by deed restrictions enforced by the Brittany Hills Homeowners Association (BHHA). Federal HOPA guidelines require that at least 80% of occupied homes have at least one resident who is 55 years of age or older. The specific age-verification procedures and any community-level rules that go beyond the HOPA minimum are contained in the BHHA’s Covenants, Deeds of Restriction, and Bylaws. Buyers should review the governing documents and confirm current age-qualification requirements directly with the BHHA or their managing agent before submitting an offer.
What does the HOA fee cover at Brittany Hills, and what remains the homeowner’s responsibility?
According to the official BHHA website and FAQ, the monthly HOA fee covers lawn care (mowing, shrub trimming, mulching), snow removal, trash removal through a contracted hauler, and maintenance of all 18.5 acres of common areas — including the clubhouse, indoor pool and spa, fitness center, tennis/pickleball court, outdoor game courts, parking lots, and public sidewalks. Homeowners remain responsible for maintaining the exterior of their individual homes; items not addressed in a timely manner may be repaired by the HOA and billed back to the homeowner. Any exterior modification — such as a deck, patio, screened porch, or addition — requires prior approval from the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). Buyers should obtain the current fee schedule and reserve fund disclosures from the BHHA before settlement.
What school district serves Brittany Hills, and is that relevant to buyers in a 55+ community?
Brittany Hills falls within the Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD), which serves New Garden Township and is centered on Kennett Square borough. The district operates six schools including New Garden Elementary, which is located on New Garden Road in the township. Because Brittany Hills is an age-qualified community, most purchasers will not have school-age children in the home; however, school district assignment can affect property tax calculations and resale demand. Buyers should verify current school boundary assignments with the KCSD directly, as boundaries can change.
Items to Verify with Your Agent
A few specifics on this page are sourced from secondary aggregators or older filings. Confirm before relying:
- Hoa Monthly Dues Amount — The BHHA website references a monthly fee but does not publish the current dollar amount publicly. Buyers must request this directly from the BHHA managing agent. No verified figure was found in search results.
- Hoa Reserve Fund Status — No public disclosure of the BHHA’s current reserve fund balance or adequacy was found. The FAQ confirms a third-party Replacement Reserves budget exists; buyers should request this document at or before settlement.
- Specific Age Restriction Minimum — The BHHA FAQ lists age-restriction questions but the detailed answer is behind a member login. The community is confirmed age-qualified (55+) under HOPA, but the precise minimum age and any community-level rules beyond the HOPA 80/20 floor should be verified directly with the BHHA.
- Approx Homes Discrepancy — LivingPlaces.com reports 120 homes; the official BHHA community website (brittanyhills.org) reports 126 homes. The official BHHA source is treated as authoritative. The 126 figure is used.
- Interior Sqft Range Upper Bound — The official BHHA site states 1,600–3,200 sq ft; 55places.com states 1,600–3,000 sq ft. The BHHA’s own published figure (3,200) is used as authoritative. Buyers should confirm for specific homes.
School District
Brittany Hills is served by the Kennett Consolidated School District. Buyers should verify current school assignments directly with the district.
View Kennett Consolidated School District Information
Sources Consulted
Public deed records · Chester County Recorder · brittanyhills.org · livingplaces.com · 55places.com · activeadultliving.com · en.wikipedia.org · newgarden.org · b2bhint.com
Data refreshed: April 25, 2026 (median sold, appreciation, performance tiers, narratives) · Content reviewed: April 25, 2026 (overview, structural insight, FAQs)
The Cyr Team · 2418 neighborhoods · 4 counties · 33 years of public sales records