1540 Blackrock Rd Swarthmore, PA 19081
Estimated Value: $307,000 - $357,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,224
Sq Ft
$265/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of July 2020Welcome to 1540 Blackrock Road in the highly desirable Swarthmorewood neighborhood offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and over 1,200 square feet. Located just minutes to shopping, 476, 95 and in the desired Ridley school district. This home is move in ready and will be sure to impress you. As you enter the home notice the lovely living and dining room. The kitchen is fantastic with stainless steel appliances, upgraded countertops & modern cabinets with more than enough storage space. Off of the kitchen is the basement which is fully finished. The basement is fantastic making for a great family room, playroom, office etc. The second level offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathrooms. The master is perfect with a great amount of closet space. A sunroom is attached to the house adding more living space. 1540 Blackrock Road has so much to offer and will not last! Call to schedule a private showing today!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,883
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 2,439 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 26.00 x 103.00
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,224 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Swarthmorewood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 063-000
- Assessor Parcel Number 38-02-00130-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Tate John T
Bought by
Tate John T
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$249,744
Outstanding Balance
$249,524
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$61,415
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 18, 2020
Closed on
Jul 23, 2020
Sold by
Rubicon Group Inc
Bought by
Tate John
Seller's Agent
Max Lomas
Real Broker LLC
Buyer's Agent
Monica Lovett
Compass RE
List Price
$234,900
Sold Price
$238,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
1.32%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.60%
Original Mortgage
$243,474
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2020
Sold by
Rlt Margaret M Kennedy
Bought by
The Rubicon Group Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2010
Sold by
Kennedy Margaret M
Bought by
Kennedy Margaret M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tate John T | -- | Vylla Title | |
| Tate John T | -- | Vylla Title | |
| Tate John | $238,000 | None Available | |
| The Rubicon Group Inc | $111,873 | Legacy Title | |
| Kennedy Margaret M | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Tate John T | $249,744 | |
| Closed | Tate John T | $249,744 | |
| Previous Owner | Tate Joan T | $248,542 | |
| Previous Owner | Tate John | $243,474 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Sold | $238,000 | +3.5% | $194 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2020 06/26/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/25/2020 06/25/20 | Price Changed | $229,900 | -2.1% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2020 06/18/20 | For Sale | $234,900 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,688 | $192,610 | $56,450 | $136,160 |
| 2023 | $6,397 | $192,610 | $56,450 | $136,160 |
| 2022 | $6,192 | $192,610 | $56,450 | $136,160 |
| 2021 | $9,585 | $192,610 | $56,450 | $136,160 |
| 2020 | $5,883 | $104,140 | $28,810 | $75,330 |
| 2019 | $5,775 | $104,140 | $28,810 | $75,330 |
| 2018 | $5,703 | $104,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $5,703 | $104,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $572 | $104,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $583 | $104,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $572 | $104,140 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Max Lomas
Seller's Agent in 2020
Max Lomas
Real Broker LLC
(215) 207-8676
1 in this area
916 Total Sales
-
Monica Lovett
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Monica Lovett
Compass RE
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADE520650
APN: 38-02-00130-00
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