Garnet Valley School District · Chester Heights Borough, Delaware County, PA
Darlington Woods
Performance Tier
Underperformer
Median Sold
$380,000
Avg. Appreciation
76%
Avg. $ Gain
$157,029
2025 Sales
29
High Activity
Compared to the Garnet Valley district average, Darlington Woods is
underperforming by 41%.
Based on closed sales across 4 counties.
About
Darlington Woods is a condominium and townhome community in Chester Heights Borough, Delaware County, developed by Realen Corporation on a 135-acre farmstead, with first settlements recorded in 1988 and construction continuing through 1993. The community spans 46 buildings and approximately 380 units organized around shared common grounds, a pool, tennis courts, and a clubhouse — all maintained by the Darlington Woods Condominium Association. Located just off U.S. Route 1 north of Valleybrook Road, the community feeds into the Garnet Valley School District, which serves Chester Heights Borough, Bethel Township, and Concord Township.
Specifications
Location Anchors
Delaware, PA
39.890, -75.475
What Makes This Distinct
The Darlington Woods Condominium Association’s sales record — tracked from first settlement in 1988 through 2025 — shows the community has delivered a substantial appreciation return in the 60–80% range on an all-time basis, while historically trading at a price point that The Cyr Team’s Market Intelligence tool classifies as entry-level relative to the broader Garnet Valley district; buyers gain access to Garnet Valley schools at a lower unit cost than the district median, though sellers should note that per-unit appreciation has trailed the district average by a material margin over the same period.
For Buyers & Sellers
If You’re Buying
Accessible at $380k median. solid appreciation track record. move fast – homes go quickly. high turnover means more inventory.
If You’re Selling
Sellers gained $157k on average. trailing the district by 41%. solid 76% return on investment. homes selling quickly (quickly). median sale price $380k.
School District
Darlington Woods is served by the Garnet Valley School District. Buyers should verify current school assignments directly with the district.
View Garnet Valley School District Information
Sources Consulted
Closed sales data · friendsofdw.org · darlingtonwoods.com · livingplaces.com · activerain.com · apartmentfinder.com · en.wikipedia.org · apartments.com · homesale.com
Data refreshed: April 25, 2026 (median sold, appreciation, performance tiers, narratives) · Content reviewed: April 25, 2026 (overview, structural insight)
The Cyr Team · neighborhood sales data · 4 counties