Seller's Agent in 2025
Heidi Foggo
Compass RE
(610) 608-7459
56 in this area
166 Total Sales
540 Westminster Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,040
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Hot Water Heating System
- Swarthmore-Rutledge School Rated A
- Central Air
- 2-minute walk to Paulson Park
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to 540 Westminster Avenue, a timeless brick colonial in the coveted Swarthmore community. This home is located a short distance from the Elementary School and just a stone's throw away from the district's track and field and wonderful playgrounds! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence has been beautifully updated over the past decade, seamlessly blending classic architecture with modern amenities.
Upon entering, you are greeted by new gleaming hickory hardwood floors that flow throughout most of the main level. The arched entryways create a warm and inviting aesthetic, leading you into the spacious and light-filled living areas. You enter into a large living room with lots of daylight. The heart of the home is the stunning gourmet kitchen, featuring custom, soft-close hard maple cabinetry, luxurious quartz countertops, a convenient bar area, and other high-end appointments. Adjacent to the kitchen, you'll find a beautifully updated powder room and access to the private brick patio.
A notable addition to this home is the family room, complete with its own dedicated heating and air conditioning split system and a second doorway to the patio and backyard a€“ perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. The first floor also offers a versatile step-down office or den, which could easily serve as a guest bedroom.
Upstairs, the primary suite awaits, boasting a recently added en suite bathroom with an authentic teak vanity, a jetted tub, and lovely tile work. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and another fully renovated hall bathroom with classic octagonal tile flooring and an enameled cast iron tub complete the second level.
The exterior of the property is just as impressive, with a lovely patio overlooking a level and generously sized backyard, offering ample space for recreation and relaxation. Owners attended to upgrades like Pella windows throughout, a A/C system with HEPA filter, and tech additions like Nest climate control and smoke detector systems, keyless lock, and a new 50 amp outdoor electric vehicle charger ready socket.
This thoughtfully renovated Swarthmore colonial is in a wonderful neighborhood - less than a mile to downtown Swarthmore and the SEPTA rail line into Philadelphia, a short distance to some local favorites like 320 Produce, Swarthmore Pizza and more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,299
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70.00 x 112.50
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,040 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Unfinished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 172-000
- Assessor Parcel Number 43-00-01347-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 6, 2025
Closed on
Jul 17, 2025
Sold by
Smith Ron and Sousa Cindy
Bought by
Bamberger Nathan and Raithel Carolyn
Seller's Agent
Heidi Foggo
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Jeanne Maillet
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
3.45%
Views
90
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-27.05%
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Outstanding Balance
$419,643
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$307,075
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 7, 2017
Closed on
Aug 11, 2017
Sold by
Neal Jeffrey and Gillen Brighid
Bought by
Smith Ron and Sousa Cindy
Seller's Agent
Perri Ann Evanson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Judith Connelly
Connelly-Newman Realty
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-6.17%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.46%
Original Mortgage
$310,250
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 22, 2015
Closed on
Nov 20, 2015
Sold by
Lefkowitz Jeremy B and Lefkowitz Emma W
Bought by
Gillen Brighid and Neal Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Denny Waldman
RE/MAX Town & Country
Buyer's Agent
Perri Ann Evanson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-10.53%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.14%
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2009
Sold by
Kitao T Kaori
Bought by
Lefkowitz Jeremy B and Lefkowitz Emma W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$374,250
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $750,000 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Deed | $750,000 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Deed | $365,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $340,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $339,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $420,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $420,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $310,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $272,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $374,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Sold | $750,000 | +3.4% | $368 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/06/2025 07/06/25 | For Sale | $725,000 | +98.6% | $355 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2017 08/18/17 | Sold | $365,000 | -2.6% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2017 07/15/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2017 06/19/17 | Price Changed | $374,900 | -3.6% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2017 06/07/17 | For Sale | $389,000 | +14.4% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2015 11/20/15 | Sold | $340,000 | -4.2% | $167 / Sq Ft |
| 11/13/2015 11/13/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2015 07/08/15 | Price Changed | $355,000 | -4.1% | $174 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2015 06/08/15 | Price Changed | $370,000 | -2.6% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2015 05/22/15 | For Sale | $380,000 | -- | $186 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,551 | $348,300 | $114,980 | $233,320 |
| 2024 | $12,551 | $348,300 | $114,980 | $233,320 |
| 2023 | $12,065 | $348,300 | $114,980 | $233,320 |
| 2022 | $11,746 | $348,300 | $114,980 | $233,320 |
| 2021 | $19,131 | $348,300 | $114,980 | $233,320 |
| 2020 | $10,380 | $177,920 | $82,570 | $95,350 |
| 2019 | $10,119 | $177,920 | $82,570 | $95,350 |
| 2018 | $9,952 | $177,920 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $9,728 | $177,920 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $976 | $177,920 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $996 | $177,920 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $996 | $177,920 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Heidi Foggo
-
Jeanne Maillet
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jeanne Maillet
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 299-5630
20 in this area
90 Total Sales
-
Perri Ann Evanson
Seller's Agent in 2017
Perri Ann Evanson
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 517-5208
27 in this area
109 Total Sales
-
Judith Connelly
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Judith Connelly
Connelly-Newman Realty
(610) 745-0469
1 Total Sale
-
Denny Waldman
Seller's Agent in 2015
Denny Waldman
RE/MAX
(610) 496-4100
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADE2093382
APN: 43-00-01347-00
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