$240,000
SOLD AUG 9, 2019

553 7th Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,573 Sq Ft
4,574 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$153 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Landscaped
  • Property is in very good condition

About This Home

As of January 2024

Here's your chance to own this extremely well maintained home in Ridley Township. A no maintenance exterior of brick and siding greets you as you pull up to the home. The first floor open concept includes a large living room which leads to the updated eat in kitchen featuring newer appliances, recessed lighting, tile floor and backsplash along with refinished cabinets and a terrific breakfast bar. There's also a dining room on this level with hardwood flooring. A convenient 1st floor bedroom can also be utilized as an office or den. The full bath has recently been updated with newer tile floor, fixtures and tile in tub area. The 2nd floor has 2 generous sized bedrooms both with carpets. There's also another full bath (shower stall) on this level. Extra storage in the eaves is a great feature! The basement is a full unfinished area with high ceilings. Your laundry area is here along with utility area (gas/Central air). A water proofing system has been installed for your peace of mind. The outside is great for those summer barbecues with a fenced rear yard. A 1 year AHS warranty is included with the sale. All this plus Ridley Schools! Come take a look!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Raymond Mckinney

Weichert Realtors License #AB-043515-A Listed on: 06/28/2019

Weichert Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Joey Ferrell

RE/MAX Hometown Realtors License #RS320027

RE/MAX Hometown Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,673

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 4,574 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 51.00 x 90.00
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,573 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Basement

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

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 364-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 38-05-00987-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,673

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2019-06-28
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Remarks Public: Here's your chance to own this extremely well maintained home in Ridley Township. A no maintenance exterior of brick and siding greets you as you pull up to the home. The first floor open concept includes a large living room which leads to the updated eat in kitchen featuring newer appliances, recessed lighting, tile floor and backsplash along with refinished cabinets and a terrific breakfast bar. There's also a dining room on this level with hardwood flooring. A convenient 1st floor bedroom can also be utilized as an office or den. The full bath has recently been updated with newer tile floor, fixtures and tile in tub area. The 2nd floor has 2 generous sized bedrooms both with carpets. There's also another full bath (shower stall) on this level. Extra storage in the eaves is a great feature! The basement is a full unfinished area with high ceilings. Your laundry area is here along with utility area (gas/Central air). A water proofing system has been installed for your peace of mind. The outside is great for those summer barbecues with a fenced rear yard. A 1 year AHS warranty is included with the sale. All this plus Ridley Schools! Come take a look!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Hookup
  • Total Sq Ft: 1573
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1573
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 158.87
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1573
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 553

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Natural Gas Available
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: 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: RIDLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397359
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Chain Link, Rear
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 66260.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 36030.00
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 51.00 x 90.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4574.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 551911
  • School Tax: 4166.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5673.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 38-05-00987-00
  • Tax Lot: 364-000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1573
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 08/09/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RIDLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2023
Closed on
Jan 11, 2024
Sold by
Schwartz Jeannine L
Bought by
Carovillano Rebecca and Bouvette Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Thomas Toole III
RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Toole III
RE/MAX Main Line-West Chester
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.8%
Views
359
Current Estimated Value
$409,508

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$29,508
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.08%
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Outstanding Balance
$337,800
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$71,708

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Aug 9, 2019
Sold by
Mckinney Matthew W
Bought by
Schwartz Jeannine L
Seller's Agent
Raymond Mckinney
Weichert Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Joey Ferrell
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.96%

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%
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2014
Closed on
May 21, 2014
Sold by
Walton Virginia M
Bought by
Mckinney Matthew W
Seller's Agent
Grace Cortellini
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Raymond Mckinney
Weichert Realtors
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$159,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.09%
Original Mortgage
$157,003
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $380,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $240,000 Title Services
Deed $159,900 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $342,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $157,003 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/11/2024 01/11/24 Sold $380,000 -2.5% $242 / Sq Ft
11/10/2023 11/10/23 Price Changed $389,900 -1.3% $248 / Sq Ft
10/27/2023 10/27/23 For Sale $395,000 +64.6% $251 / Sq Ft
08/09/2019 08/09/19 Sold $240,000 -4.0% $153 / Sq Ft
07/08/2019 07/08/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $249,900 +56.3% $159 / Sq Ft
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Sold $159,900 0.0% $102 / Sq Ft
04/18/2014 04/18/14 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2014 03/21/14 For Sale $159,900 -- $102 / 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 $6,978 $200,960 $72,510 $128,450
2023 $6,674 $200,960 $72,510 $128,450
2022 $6,460 $200,960 $72,510 $128,450
2021 $10,000 $200,960 $72,510 $128,450
2020 $5,778 $102,290 $36,030 $66,260
2019 $5,673 $102,290 $36,030 $66,260
2018 $5,602 $102,290 $0 $0
2017 $5,602 $102,290 $0 $0
2016 $561 $102,290 $0 $0
2015 $561 $102,290 $0 $0
2014 $561 $102,290 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PADE494970

Bright MLS

APN: 38-05-00987-00