NOT LISTED FOR SALE

223 Vassar Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081

Estimated Value: $875,000 - $1,089,000

6 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,648 Sq Ft
$359/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2014

Last sale price $503,500 $190 Per Sq Ft

Est. 89% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,323/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Swarthmore-Rutledge School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Stained Glass

About This Home

As of May 2014

This 5-6 Bedroom Queen Anne Victorian has all you"ve dreamed of from decorative trim and woodwork, pocket doors, a gracious front porch and an enormous enclosed wrap around porch. Hardwood floors lie beneath the carpet in the 1st and 2nd floors. The wood burning fireplace is surrounded by built in bookshelves and stained glass windows and it heats the Living Room nicely. 223 Vassar Ave. is also among the first 100 homes to be built in town. Not only is it close to the shops, the train and Swarthmore College but the setting is a delight. Come with an eye to make it your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lee Greenwood

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media Listed on: 02/25/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

DEBORAH BATTAGLIA

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media License #TREND:185636

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,331

Year Built

  • Built in 1893

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x180
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Sloped Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,648 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Swarthmore-Rutledge Elementary School
  • Strath Haven Middle School
  • Strath Haven High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 330-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 43-00-01272-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,331

Year Built

Built in 1893

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: W/D, Refrig, 4 Window A/C Units All In "As Is"Cond
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1893
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Replacement
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 11
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2648
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2648
  • Net Sq Ft: 2648.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 188.78
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2648
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Steam, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sloping, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 80X180
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14400.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 566165
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11331.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 43-00-01272-00
  • Tax Lot: 330-000
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 05/30/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2014
Closed on
May 30, 2014
Sold by
Johnson David H and Johnson Jane P
Bought by
Horwitz Joseph I and Sibley Katherine A S
Seller's Agent
Lee Greenwood
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
DEBORAH BATTAGLIA
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$503,500
Premium/Discount to List
$3,600
0.72%
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$951,259

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$447,759
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
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
Horwitz Joseph I $503,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Sold $503,500 +0.7% $190 / Sq Ft
03/05/2014 03/05/14 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2014 02/25/14 For Sale $499,900 -- $189 / 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
2024 $12,823 $355,840 $119,660 $236,180
2023 $12,326 $355,840 $119,660 $236,180
2022 $12,000 $355,840 $119,660 $236,180
2021 $19,545 $355,840 $119,660 $236,180
2020 $13,185 $225,990 $85,940 $140,050
2019 $12,853 $225,990 $85,940 $140,050
2018 $12,640 $225,990 $0 $0
2017 $12,076 $225,990 $0 $0
2016 $1,212 $220,870 $0 $0
2015 $1,237 $220,870 $0 $0
2014 $1,237 $220,870 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Lee Greenwood

    BHHS Fox & Roach

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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    DEBORAH BATTAGLIA

    BHHS Fox & Roach

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002816374

Bright MLS

APN: 43-00-01272-00

Pennsylvania Delaware County Swarthmore 19081

223 Vassar Ave, Swarthmore, PA

This home is located at 223 Vassar Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081 since 25 February 2014 and is currently estimated at $951,259, approximately $359 per square foot. This property was built in 1893. 223 Vassar Ave is a home located in Delaware County with nearby schools including Swarthmore-Rutledge School, Strath Haven Middle School, and Strath Haven High School.

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