215 Lafayette Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,872
Sq Ft
10,411
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Hot Water Heating System
- Swarthmore-Rutledge School Rated A
- Central Air
- Gas Fireplace
About This Home
As of March 2022This home is located at 215 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081 and is currently priced at $599,000, approximately $319 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 215 Lafayette Ave is a home located in Delaware County with nearby schools including Swarthmore-Rutledge School, Strath Haven Middle School, and Strath Haven High School.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass RE License #RS341726 Listed on: 03/19/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,682
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 10,411 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 71.50 x 159.58
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,872 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Gas Fireplace
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on upper level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Schools
- Swarthmore-Rutledge Elementary School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 162-000
- Assessor Parcel Number 43-00-00706-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 1, 2022
Closed on
Mar 8, 2022
Sold by
Cardell Benjamin T and Cardell Erin K
Bought by
Donato Christine and Borbee Karen
Seller's Agent
Madeline O'Fria
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Foggo
Compass RE
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$705,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.73%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$133,071
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.87%
Original Mortgage
$564,000
Outstanding Balance
$530,789
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$294,092
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2019
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Foggo Heidi Oberdiek
Bought by
Cardell Benjamin T and Cardell Erin K
Seller's Agent
Patricia Oberdiek
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Michael McCann
KW Empower
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$599,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.72%
Original Mortgage
$479,200
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2014
Sold by
R S Lee Construction Inc
Bought by
Foggo Heidi Oberdiek
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 7, 2013
Closed on
Apr 3, 2013
Sold by
Hannum Mary H and Hannum Mary F
Bought by
R S Lee Construction Inc
Seller's Agent
Inger Fay
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Dave Welsh
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$230,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
0.66%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.93%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $705,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $599,000 | Great American Abstract Llc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $558,350 | None Available | |
| Deed | $230,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $564,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $359,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $349,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $479,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2022 03/31/22 | Sold | $705,000 | +0.7% | $369 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2022 03/01/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2022 03/01/22 | For Sale | $699,900 | +16.8% | $366 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2019 04/26/19 | Sold | $599,000 | 0.0% | $320 / Sq Ft |
| 03/19/2019 03/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2019 03/19/19 | For Sale | $599,000 | +159.9% | $320 / Sq Ft |
| 04/03/2013 04/03/13 | Sold | $230,500 | +0.7% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2013 02/11/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/07/2013 02/07/13 | For Sale | $229,000 | -- | $122 / 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 | $17,203 | $477,390 | $116,520 | $360,870 |
| 2023 | $16,537 | $477,390 | $116,520 | $360,870 |
| 2022 | $16,099 | $477,390 | $116,520 | $360,870 |
| 2021 | $26,221 | $477,390 | $116,520 | $360,870 |
| 2020 | $9,908 | $169,820 | $83,680 | $86,140 |
| 2019 | $9,658 | $169,820 | $83,680 | $86,140 |
| 2018 | $9,498 | $169,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $9,285 | $169,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $932 | $169,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $932 | $169,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $932 | $169,820 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Madeline O'Fria
Seller's Agent in 2022
Madeline O'Fria
Long & Foster
(610) 304-0884
1 in this area
124 Total Sales
-
Heidi Foggo
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Heidi Foggo
Compass RE
(610) 608-7459
58 in this area
166 Total Sales
-
Patricia Oberdiek
Seller's Agent in 2019
Patricia Oberdiek
Compass RE
(610) 247-7864
17 Total Sales
-
Michael McCann
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Michael McCann
KW Empower
(215) 778-0901
7 in this area
1,836 Total Sales
-
I
Seller's Agent in 2013
Inger Fay
BHHS Fox & Roach
-
Dave Welsh
D
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Dave Welsh
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 566-3000
21 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADE439724
APN: 43-00-00706-00
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