211 Benjamin West Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081

Listing Details

• Property Type: Residential
• Structure Type: Detached
• Architectural Style: Colonial
• Ownership: Fee Simple
• Inclusions: washer, dryer, microwave, refrigerator all in "as is" condition at no monetary value
• New Construction: No
• Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
• Expected On Market: 2022-10-19
• Year Built: 1927
• Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
• Remarks Public: This gracious 1920s colonial revival boasts beautiful original woodwork, a surprisingly open living space, and a spacious addition allowing all the comforts of a modern lifestyle. The peaceful setting is just blocks from everything Swarthmore Borough has to offer. A classic slate walkway leads to the open front porch with its grand columns and handsome mahogany decking. Open the wide front door and soak in the Southern exposure, which fills the house with soft light. An inviting open living room and dining room space spans from one side of the original house all the way to French doors opening into a sunny office on the other. A Mercer tile fireplace and beamed ceiling provide visual anchors for this expansive, light-filled space. Ample built-ins make the perfect home for books or artwork. The office offers three walls of bright windows, making this a deliciously lovely space for working, studying, or relaxing at home, all with a view of the changing seasons. The updated kitchen features a tile floor and backsplash, oak cupboards and gleaming granite counter tops, as well as a quintessential view of nature from the sink. Doors from the kitchen and the open living space spill into the family room addition, which boasts more windows overlooking the backyard, as well as a gas fireplace with pretty tile surround and a door to the deck. A powder room completes the first floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom addition includes an en suite full tile bath with a glass shower and a walk-in closet. The original primary bedroom as well as two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a bonus room can also be found on the second floor. Outside, enjoy a lush view of the creek and trees from a large gorgeous deck. Located just one block from sought-after Swarthmore-Rutledge Elementary School, two blocks from the Swarthmore Swim Club, and three blocks via footpath to downtown Swarthmore, 211 Benjamin West is close to everywhere you want to be. Downtown Philadelphia can be reached in half an hour by car or train. The Philadelphia International Airport is just twenty minutes away by car. Whether you are seeking a home for quiet living or lavish entertaining, 211 Benjamin West offers plenty of space and plenty of charm. Just one special visit and you won’t want to say good-bye.
• Special Features: None
• Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

• Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Built-In Range, Washer, Dryer
• Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
• Interior Amenities: Attic, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Moldings, Primary Bath(s), Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops
• Fireplace Features: Wood, Gas/Propane
• Fireplaces Count: 3
• Fireplace: Yes
• Foundation Details: Stone
• Levels Count: 2
• Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Laundry, Office, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
• Basement: Yes
• Basement Type: Unfinished
• Laundry Type: Basement
• Total Sq Ft: 2634
• Living Area Sq Ft: 2634
• Price Per Sq Ft: 265.38
• Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2634
• Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
• Street Number Modifier: 211

Beds/Baths

• Bedrooms: 4
• Total Bathrooms: 3
• Full Bathrooms: 2
• Half Bathrooms: 1
• Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
• Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
• Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
• Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
• Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

• Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
• Construction Materials: Stucco
• Exterior Features: Sidewalks
• Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
• Water Access: No
• Waterfront: No
• Water Oriented: No
• Pool: No Pool
• Tidal Water: No
• Water View: No

Garage/Parking

• Garage Spaces: 1.00
• Garage: Yes
• Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
• Attached Garage Spaces: 1
• Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
• Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

• Central Air Conditioning: Yes
• Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
• Cooling Type: Central A/C
• Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
• Heating Fuel: Oil
• Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
• Heating: Yes
• Hot Water: Natural Gas
• Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
• Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
• Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

• School District: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
• Elementary School: SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL
• Middle School: STRATH HAVEN
• High School: STRATH HAVEN
• Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
• High School Source: Listing Agent
• Middle School Source: Listing Agent
• School District Key: 300200396626
• School District Source: Listing Agent
• Elementary School: SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL
• High School: STRATH HAVEN
• Middle Or Junior School: STRATH HAVEN

Green Features

• Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

• Improvement Assessed Value: 218820.00
• Land Assessed Value: 154060.00
• Land Use Code: R-10
• Lot Size Acres: 0.30
• Lot Dimensions: 106.94 x 99.00
• Lot Size Units: Square Feet
• Lot Sq Ft: 12894.00
• Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
• Property Condition: Good
• Year Assessed: 2021
• Zoning: RES

Rental Info

• Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

• Assessor Parcel Number: 564847
• School Tax: 10189.00
• Tax Annual Amount: 12468.00
• Assessor Parcel Number: 43-00-00028-00
• Tax Lot: 204-000
• Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2634
• County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
• Tax Year: 2021
• Close Date: 11/22/2022

MLS Schools

• School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE