Williamsburg — Neighborhood Guide
Uwchlan & East Caln Townships • Downingtown, Chester County, PA 19335
A short video about Williamsburg in Uwchlan and East Caln Townships is coming soon—
in the meantime, use this guide to explore the homes, amenities, location, and what to know before you buy or sell.
Living in Williamsburg
Williamsburg is a master-planned neighborhood spanning Uwchlan and East Caln Townships, just north of the Borough
of Downingtown. With roughly 460 homes set on about 258 acres, the community blends single-family detached homes,
twins/duplexes, and carriage-style properties arranged along sidewalks, landscaped boulevards, and cul-de-sacs.
Built primarily from the mid-1990s through the early 2000s, Williamsburg is organized into several villages,
including Jefferson Grove, Madison Estates, Williamsburg, and Uwchlan Woods. A central amenity area with a pool,
clubhouse, and play fields, plus preserved open space and walking-friendly streets, give the neighborhood a planned
yet established feel in a convenient Downingtown-area location.
Quick Facts — Williamsburg
Municipality: Uwchlan & East Caln Townships, Chester County, PA 19335
Community Type: Planned community of singles, twins & carriage homes
Approx. # of Homes: About 460 on ~258 acres
Years Built: Approx. 1995 – 2002 (many around 1999–2001)
Typical Living Area: ~2,100 – 3,700+ sq ft (varies by village)
Typical Lots: Roughly 0.18 – 0.35 acres (some larger)
Square footage, lot size, and layouts vary from twins to mid-sized colonials and larger executive-style homes.
Always confirm details for a specific property using current listing data and public records.
Homes & Floor Plans
Williamsburg offers a mix of home types grouped into different sections. Duplex/twin homes, primarily along
Chiswell Drive and Burdette Drive, average around 2,200 square feet with typical lot sizes near 0.18 acres.
Mid-sized single-family homes on streets such as North and South York, Covington, Francis, and Kings Arms average
about 2,100 square feet, with a range from roughly 1,450 to 3,000 square feet on lots around 0.20 acres.
Larger single-family homes on Geddy Lane, Williamsburg Boulevard, Tremont, Patrick Henry Drive, Nicholson, Livingston,
George Pitt, and nearby streets often fall in the 2,300 to 3,700+ square foot range, with average lots around 0.34
acres. Many of these homes are two-story colonials with 4 bedrooms, 2.5–3.5 baths, full basements (frequently
finished), and attached 2-car garages. Interior features in recent listings include two-story foyers, open kitchens
with islands, family rooms with fireplaces, home offices, and expanded lower-level living space.
When comparing Williamsburg homes, it is important to account for which village the home is in, overall square
footage, lot size, finished basement space, and the extent of interior and exterior updates.
HOA, Amenities & Neighborhood Lifestyle
All of Williamsburg is organized under a single homeowners association. The community’s central amenity area
includes an outdoor swimming pool, clubhouse, children’s playground, and sports fields, along with open lawns
used for informal recreation. Listings also highlight a neighborhood baseball field and basketball court as part of
the common facilities.
Streets throughout Williamsburg feature sidewalks, street trees, and neighborhood-scale lighting. In the Uwchlan
Woods at Williamsburg section, a cluster-style layout preserves a significant amount of open space buffering the
homes from surrounding roads. Residents can participate in community events and seasonal activities organized
through the HOA and informal neighborhood groups.
HOA dues and what they cover (pool access, common-area maintenance, possible trash services, and reserves) can change
over time. Buyers should review the most recent HOA budget and resale documents for property-specific details.
Location & Surrounding Area
Williamsburg is located between PA-282 and PA-113 on the Uwchlan/East Caln line, roughly two miles north of
downtown Downingtown. From the community, residents have straightforward access to the Route 30 bypass, local
shopping in Downingtown and Exton, and regional employment centers in Chester County and along the Route 202 corridor.
Nearby destinations include grocery and retail centers along Route 30, larger shopping in Exton, and outdoor
recreation at places like Marsh Creek State Park. The Downingtown SEPTA/Amtrak station provides rail access toward
Philadelphia and Harrisburg, and major roadways connect easily to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and beyond.
Buyers comparing neighborhoods in the Downingtown Area School District often look at Williamsburg alongside other
planned communities in Uwchlan, East Caln, and East Brandywine to weigh age of construction, amenities, and access
to everyday services.
School District & Taxes
Williamsburg is located in the Downingtown Area School District. Sources and recent listings reference schools such
as East Ward Elementary, Lionville Middle or Downingtown Middle, and the Downingtown East and West high school
campuses. Because school boundaries and feeder patterns have been adjusted over time and can differ within the
neighborhood, anyone making decisions based on schools should confirm current assignments directly with DASD for a
specific address.
Property taxes are determined by the home’s assessed value and the current tax rates for Chester County,
Uwchlan or East Caln Township (depending on the parcel), and the school district. For planning purposes, your
lender, tax professional, or municipal offices can provide updated estimates tied to your price range and property
type.
Market Snapshot & Next Steps
Market activity in Williamsburg can vary from year to year based on how many homes come up for sale in each village
and price bracket. Larger single-family homes, mid-sized colonials, and twins each appeal to different segments of
the market, and public averages that combine all of them together may not reflect the value of any one property.
Because online data changes quickly as new listings appear and other homes go under contract, it’s important to
look closely at the most recent Williamsburg sales and the current competition in nearby Downingtown communities.
Adjusting for home size, lot, updates, finished basement space, and exact location within the neighborhood is key
to understanding a realistic price range and timing strategy.
If you’re considering a move in or out of Williamsburg, The Cyr Team can prepare a custom pricing and timing
plan tailored to your goals and how your home compares to others on the market today.