Sell My Home in Villanova PA
Villanova is one of the most prestigious addresses on the Main Line — Radnor Township, Radnor Township School District, Villanova University, large lots with significant estate character, and a buyer profile that includes high-net-worth Philadelphia area families, national corporate relocation buyers, and buyers who have specifically identified the Radnor Township School District and Villanova's combination of academic environment and estate living as their target. Selling a Villanova home is a luxury market transaction that requires reaching buyers well beyond the local MLS.
Josh Wernick - REALTOR®
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Radnor Township Certificate of Occupancy — Villanova Sellers
Villanova is located within Radnor Township. All residential property sales in Radnor Township require a Certificate of Occupancy from the Engineering Department before closing.
Radnor Township Certificate of Occupancy — Villanova
Required: Yes
Fee: $150 standard / $300 expedited for applications filed 10 or fewer business days before settlement
Minimum filing: 10 business days before settlement
Inspects: House numbers visible from street, sidewalks in good repair, smoke detectors in all bedrooms and every level, sump pump disconnected from sanitary sewer system
Separate sewer inspection: Internal sanitary sewer pipe inspection required — schedule with Engineering Department at 610-688-5600 ext. 129 immediately after submitting application
Contact: Radnor Township Engineering Department, 610-688-5600
Key takeaway: Schedule the sewer pipe inspection the same day you submit the application. It requires a separate appointment and is the most common timeline bottleneck in Radnor Township closings. Plan 3 to 4 weeks minimum before settlement.
The Villanova Real Estate Market
Villanova properties are characterized by large lots, significant architectural character, and a buyer audience that extends well beyond the Philadelphia regional market. Villanova University's presence creates a consistent academic and institutional backdrop that distinguishes this community from comparable Main Line addresses. Properties range from substantial colonials on generous lots to significant estate homes on multiple acres, with prices typically running from $900,000 to well above $3 million for the most significant properties.
What Preparation Matters in Villanova
Stucco siding is common throughout Villanova's older housing stock and a stucco inspection before listing removes what would otherwise be a significant buyer concern. The Radnor Township Certificate of Occupancy sewer inspection requirement means that the internal pipe inspection needs to be scheduled and completed early — this is a separate appointment from the main inspection and requires advance scheduling with the Township's Engineering Department.
Every Home Is Different. Find Out What Yours Is Worth.
A free pre-listing consultation with Josh Wernick - REALTOR® Luxury Homes Certified covers your specific Villanova property, your Radnor Township Certificate of Occupancy requirements and timeline, accurate pricing based on recent Radnor Township comparable sales, and a marketing approach that reaches the full buyer audience for your property. No obligation.
Call or text Josh Wernick - REALTOR® at 267-934-5674.
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Sell My Home in Villanova PA - FAQ
Is there a Use and Occupancy inspection required to sell a home in Villanova PA?
Yes. Villanova is in Radnor Township, which requires a Certificate of Occupancy for all residential sales. Fee is $150 standard or $300 expedited for 10 or fewer business days before settlement. A separate internal sewer pipe inspection must be scheduled with the Engineering Department at 610-688-5600 ext. 129. Plan at least 3 to 4 weeks before settlement.
What school district is Villanova PA in?
Villanova is served by the Radnor Township School District, one of Pennsylvania's most respected public school systems.
How much are homes in Villanova PA?
Villanova home prices typically range from $900,000 to well above $3 million for significant estate properties. A free consultation with Josh Wernick - REALTOR® gives you accurate pricing for your specific property. Call 267-934-5674.
Is Villanova PA on the Main Line?
Yes. Villanova is a Main Line community within Radnor Township, served by SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale regional rail line and home to Villanova University.