NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1226 University Ave Morton, PA 19070

Morton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $371,000 - $416,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,568 Sq Ft
$253/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2021

Last sale price $309,900 $198 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,675/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2021

Welcome to the charming home at 1226 University Avenue, situated on a beautiful spacious lot on a quiet tree-lined street waiting for you to move right in! This is an adorable updated Cape Cod in the Ridley School District. Starting with great curb appeal & nicely landscaped exterior, enter into a bright living room with laminate flooring. BRAND NEW HVAC! The first floor offers a main floor bedroom and half bathroom in the hallway. Continue around to the spacious updated eat-in kitchen with glass subway backsplash, brand new granite counter countertops (2020) with under-mount sink, and gas cooking. The kitchen also offers access to a convenient Utility/Laundry/Mudroom with exits to both driveway and rear yard. The large level fully fenced backyard has a beautiful expanded paver patio and with twos shed providing extra outdoor storage space. Brand new carpet is on the stair and upstairs hallway (2020). You'll find hardwoods throughout the 2nd floor with a large dormered bedroom with a walk-in closet plus 2nd spacious Bedroom with Built-Ins. Ceramic tile hall bath with linen closet complete this floor. Other Features include Gutter guards (2009), Leaded Glass Doors, Replacement Windows, Driveway Parking, & New Siding (2013). Gas heat & hot water heater. Driveway parking and street parking. You'll love the proximity to nationally ranked top-10 schools, and the 15-minute walk to the Swarthmore town center with a co-op grocery store, more shops and restaurants, and a public library. This home also has quick access to Swarthmore College, I-476, I-95, Philadelphia International Airport, and the SEPTA Swarthmore train station!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Koleen Seits

BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon License #1863938 Listed on: 01/29/2021

BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon

Co-Listed By

Joann Neumann

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Black

Redfin Corporation

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,703

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 6,752 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 62.00 x 122.00

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Morton Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 086-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 38-03-02951-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,703

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Exterior securtiy system
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Two sheds on the property
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2021-02-01
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to the charming home at 1226 University Avenue, situated on a beautiful spacious lot on a quiet tree-lined street waiting for you to move right in! This is an adorable updated Cape Cod in the Ridley School District. Starting with great curb appeal & nicely landscaped exterior, enter into a bright living room with laminate flooring. BRAND NEW HVAC! The first floor offers a main floor bedroom and half bathroom in the hallway. Continue around to the spacious updated eat-in kitchen with glass subway backsplash, brand new granite counter countertops (2020) with under-mount sink, and gas cooking. The kitchen also offers access to a convenient Utility/Laundry/Mudroom with exits to both driveway and rear yard. The large level fully fenced backyard has a beautiful expanded paver patio and with twos shed providing extra outdoor storage space. Brand new carpet is on the stair and upstairs hallway (2020). You'll find hardwoods throughout the 2nd floor with a large dormered bedroom with a walk-in closet plus 2nd spacious Bedroom with Built-Ins. Ceramic tile hall bath with linen closet complete this floor. Other Features include Gutter guards (2009), Leaded Glass Doors, Replacement Windows, Driveway Parking, & New Siding (2013). Gas heat & hot water heater. Driveway parking and street parking. You'll love the proximity to nationally ranked top-10 schools, and the 15-minute walk to the Swarthmore town center with a co-op grocery store, more shops and restaurants, and a public library. This home also has quick access to Swarthmore College, I-476, I-95, Philadelphia International Airport, and the SEPTA Swarthmore train station!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 3136
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1568
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 190.69
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 1568
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1226

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: RIDLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397359
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 120120.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 58060.00
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 62.00 x 122.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6752.00
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 547830
  • School Tax: 4196.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5703.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 38-03-02951-00
  • Tax Lot: 086-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 04/12/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RIDLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2021
Closed on
Apr 7, 2021
Sold by
Carr Michael and Hanssens Brooke
Bought by
Schaefer Timothy C and Villa Lakshmi Prayosha
Seller's Agent
Koleen Seits
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
Buyer's Agent
Andy Black
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$309,900
Premium/Discount to List
$10,900
3.65%
Current Estimated Value
$396,939

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$87,039
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%
Original Mortgage
$294,405
Outstanding Balance
$266,804
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$130,135

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2020
Closed on
May 18, 2020
Sold by
Hayward Rebecca
Bought by
Hanssens Brooke and Carr Michael
Seller's Agent
Ayse Clay
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Buyer's Agent
Koleen Seits
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-4.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
40.33%
Original Mortgage
$218,500
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2013
Closed on
Aug 20, 2013
Sold by
Bowman Kristin
Bought by
Hayward Rebecca
Seller's Agent
Lynn Romolini
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Ayse Clay
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
List Price
$182,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-3.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.13%
Original Mortgage
$166,250
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2006
Sold by
Bowman Kristin and Groman Susan
Bought by
Bowman Kristin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2003
Sold by
Williams Anna and Gannon Loretta
Bought by
Bowman Kristin and Groman Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Schaefer Timothy C $309,900 Vast Abstract Llc
Hanssens Brooke $230,000 Trident Land Transfer Co Lp
Hayward Rebecca $175,000 First American Title Ins Co
Bowman Kristin $70,104 None Available
Bowman Kristin $155,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schaefer Timothy C $294,405
Previous Owner Hanssens Brooke $218,500
Previous Owner Hayward Rebecca $166,250
Previous Owner Bowman Kristin $150,000
Previous Owner Bowman Kristin $145,700
Previous Owner Bowman Kristin $147,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Sold $309,900 +3.6% $198 / Sq Ft
02/02/2021 02/02/21 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2021 01/29/21 For Sale $299,000 +30.0% $191 / Sq Ft
05/27/2020 05/27/20 Sold $230,000 -4.2% $147 / Sq Ft
04/21/2020 04/21/20 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2020 04/10/20 For Sale $240,000 +37.1% $153 / Sq Ft
08/29/2013 08/29/13 Sold $175,000 -3.8% $112 / Sq Ft
07/30/2013 07/30/13 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2013 06/06/13 For Sale $182,000 -- $116 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,187 $178,180 $58,060 $120,120
2024 $6,187 $178,180 $58,060 $120,120
2023 $5,918 $178,180 $58,060 $120,120
2022 $5,728 $178,180 $58,060 $120,120
2021 $8,867 $178,180 $58,060 $120,120
2020 $5,739 $101,600 $34,840 $66,760
2019 $5,634 $101,600 $34,840 $66,760
2018 $5,564 $101,600 $0 $0
2017 $5,564 $101,600 $0 $0
2016 $558 $101,600 $0 $0
2015 $569 $101,600 $0 $0
2014 $558 $101,600 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Koleen Seits

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Koleen Seits

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 812-4813

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Koleen Seits
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  • Joann Neumann

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Joann Neumann

    Compass RE

    (610) 551-1609

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Joann Neumann
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Andy Black

    Redfin Corporation

    Andy Black
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  • Ayse Clay

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Ayse Clay

    Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne

    (484) 433-3810

    1 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Ayse Clay
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  • Lynn Romolini

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Lynn Romolini

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 308-2324

    66 Total Sales

    Lynn Romolini
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE537322

Bright MLS

APN: 38-03-02951-00

Pennsylvania Delaware County Morton 19070 Morton

1226 University Ave, Morton, PA

This home is located at 1226 University Ave, Morton, PA 19070 since 29 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $396,939, approximately $253 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1226 University Ave is a home located in Delaware County with nearby schools including Edgewood Elementary School, Ridley Middle School, and Ridley High School.

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