NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 Vassar Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081

Estimated Value: $805,000 - $936,521

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,294 Sq Ft
$382/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2014

Last sale price $412,000 $180 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,785/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Swarthmore-Rutledge School Rated A
  • Attic
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2014

Charming 1920's cottage on a pretty street in the heart of Swarthmore. Plenty of living space on the first floor, including a wide hallway, living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, enclosed sunroom, 2 bedrooms, a full bath and office/study. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath and an enclosed sleeping porch complete the second floor. This home also features hardwood floors, period millwork, high ceilings, plenty of closet and storage space, and a deep rear yard with a two-car detached garage. This spacious house is in an ideal location just blocks from parks, playgrounds, the shops of downtown Swarthmore and the SEPTA R-3 station.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Heffernan

(610) 329-0176 linda@dpwelsh.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Media Listed on: 05/02/2014

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media

Last Buyer's Agent

Becky Hansen

(610) 247-9388 becky.hansen@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Media

BHHS Fox & Roach-Media

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x180
  • West Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,294 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Strath Haven Middle School
  • Strath Haven High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 331-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 43-00-01273-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted, Vinyl
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2294
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2294
  • Net Sq Ft: 2294.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 163.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2294
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 5
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water, 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
  • Middle School: STRATH HAVEN
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN
  • School District Key: 300200396626
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: STRATH HAVEN

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 80X180
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14400.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 566166
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11195.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 43-00-01273-00
  • Tax Lot: 331-000
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 07/31/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2023
Sold by
Shore Karen V
Bought by
Bockman Gregory and Shore Karen V
Current Estimated Value
$875,380

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2014
Closed on
Jul 21, 2014
Sold by
Vantil Jon and Heller Gertrude
Bought by
Shore Karen V
Seller's Agent
Linda Heffernan
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Becky Hansen
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$412,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,000
9.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.98%
Original Mortgage
$321,600
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Bockman Gregory -- None Listed On Document
Bockman Gregory -- None Listed On Document
Shore Karen V $412,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shore Karen V $321,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $412,000 +9.9% $180 / Sq Ft
05/11/2014 05/11/14 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2014 05/02/14 For Sale $375,000 -- $163 / 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 $13,724 $380,830 $119,860 $260,970
2024 $13,724 $380,830 $119,860 $260,970
2023 $11,819 $341,190 $119,860 $221,330
2022 $11,506 $341,190 $119,860 $221,330
2021 $18,740 $341,190 $119,860 $221,330
2020 $12,528 $214,730 $86,080 $128,650
2019 $12,212 $214,730 $86,080 $128,650
2018 $12,010 $214,730 $0 $0
2017 $11,741 $214,730 $0 $0
2016 $1,178 $214,730 $0 $0
2015 $1,178 $214,730 $0 $0
2014 $1,178 $214,730 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Linda Heffernan

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 329-0176

    3 in this area

    3 Total Sales

    Linda Heffernan
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  • Becky Hansen

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Becky Hansen

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (610) 247-9388

    56 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    Becky Hansen
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002909114

Bright MLS

APN: 43-00-01273-00

Pennsylvania Delaware County Swarthmore 19081

225 Vassar Ave, Swarthmore, PA

This home is located at 225 Vassar Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081 since 02 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $875,380, approximately $381 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 225 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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