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Swarthmore,PA 19081
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,448 sqft
Price per Sqft $281
Subdivision Swarthmore
MLS Listing ID PADE2100848
Style Contemporary,Mid-Century Modern
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,448
Year Built 1952
Annual Tax Amount $26,043
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.820 Acres
Acres 0.82
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Just featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer! Located in the highly sought-after A + rated Wallingford-Swarthmore school district. This beautifully updated and renovated Contemporary/Mid-Century-Modern home sits on a very desirable block in the always-in-demand Swarthmore Borough neighborhood—where homes like this rarely come to market. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 6 car driveway, a home office, den, separate family and living rooms, Yoga/Pilates/Peloton/Fitness room, 2 indoor and outdoor stone fireplaces, multiple screened porches, a rear deck, first floor: in-law/nanny/au-pair bedroom and full bathroom, kids/pets play/game room, laundry room with sink, cabinetry, counter and storage space and a finished basement with windows perfect for a workshop, home business, arts & crafts, additional storage and more. The huge primary bedroom boasts an en suite full bath, vaulted ceilings and walls of windows. Situated on a large private .82 acre fenced level lot, this property offers a rare combination of style, comfort, and lots of outdoor space. The home boasts a stunning private yard oasis—professionally landscaped and hardscaped—with native pollinator flowers, plants, shrubs, ornamental grasses and specimen trees. The outdoor space is enhanced by a custom Ipe wood rear deck and multiple Ipe wood screened porches, PA fieldstone walkways and garden walls. This expansive yard creates a truly rare outdoor retreat that feels like a private arboretum great for bird and wildlife watching, entertaining, kids, pets, playing, your next party, BBQ or special occasion. Inside, the layout is open and bright, with lots of windows, light, closets and storage. The cozy floor-to-ceiling fireplace with a stone surround and live edge wood mantle is a great focal point in the wide open living and dining rooms open to the kitchen and breakfast rooms. The home is filled with thoughtful updates, including an open cook's kitchen with a breakfast bar and breakfast room, Oakmoss solid wood cabinetry, Brushed Brass faucet, hardware and fixtures, solid surface countertops, tile backsplash, pantry, stainless appliances (cooktop range/oven, range hood, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, disposal), undermount sink, recessed lighting and Oak LVP flooring. The entire interior and exterior of the home has been updated. Additional upgrades and features include Andersen Low-E casement, double-hung and bay windows to bring the outside in, Andersen French and sliding glass doors to the screened porches and yard, restored wood entry doors, interior doors, architectural shingle roof, all baths, gutters, downspouts, 200 + amp electric (multiple panels), multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier furnace and central air HVAC systems, multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier and Mitsubishi cooling and heating mini-split systems, high-efficiency AO Smith hot water heater. The entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted. Original and new hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Other highlights, LED recessed, Brushed Brass and Matte Black lighting throughout, Matte Black exterior lighting, custom closet organization. The home is filled with natural light, generous storage, and abundant space to spread out both indoors and out. Enjoy walkability to CADES school and other top-rated schools, restaurants, coffee shops, cafes, boutiques, parks, trails, hospitals, and universities. This is truly a rare opportunity—a “needle in a haystack” in Swarthmore Borough. Minutes and easy access to Philadelphia International Airport, the Swarthmore SEPTA train station to Center City, Downtown Philadelphia, Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum, Swarthmore Town Center, & the Farmers Market, 1, 476, 95, PA, DE, NJ, Brooklyn, NYC, Poconos, beaches, MD and DC. Easy access to Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Home Depot, Lowe's and more. The convenience is unmatched.
Location
State PA
County Delaware
Area Swarthmore Boro (10443)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Game Room,Family Room,Den,Basement,Foyer,Breakfast Room,Laundry,Office,Recreation Room,Utility Room,Workshop,Bathroom 1,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Hobby Room,Primary Bathroom,Screened Porch
Basement Drainage System,Drain,Fully Finished,Improved,Heated,Interior Access,Space For Rooms,Sump Pump,Water Proofing System,Windows,Workshop
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Gourmet,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Wine Storage,Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric
Cooling Central A/C,Ductless/Mini-Split,Energy Star Cooling System,Programmable Thermostat
Flooring Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl Plank
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Double Sided,Insert,Mantel(s),Stone,Wood
Inclusions Refrigerator/Freezer, Range/Oven, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Fireplace insert. All inclusions convey in as-is condition.
Equipment Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven/Range - Electric,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading,Water Heater
Fireplace Y
Window Features Bay/Bow,Casement,Double Hung,Double Pane,Energy Efficient,ENERGY STAR Qualified,Insulated,Low-E,Replacement,Screens,Sliding
Appliance Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven/Range - Electric,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading,Water Heater
Heat Source Electric
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s),Patio(s),Porch(es),Screened
Garage Spaces 6.0
Fence Privacy,Wood
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn
Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Accessibility None
Porch Deck(s),Patio(s),Porch(es),Screened
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees,Cleared,Front Yard,Landscaping,Level,Open,Partly Wooded,Premium,Private,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Story 2
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 4448
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Contemporary,Mid-Century Modern
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Cathedral Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District Wallingford-Swarthmore
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 43-00-01058-00
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 4448
Special Listing Condition Standard