740 Brookside Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081
Estimated Value: $354,003 - $411,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,573
Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Deck
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of August 2016Adorable completely updated Cape on quiet street in Milmont Park. Perfect home for first time home buyers - or someone who needs a first floor Bedroom! Features lovely, light-filled Living Room and formal Dining Room with hardwood floors. There is a renovated, Eat-In Kitchen (new in 2013) with rich espresso brown cabinets, new countertops, back splash and splendid ceramic tile floor. First floor also includes a Bedroom (or use as an Office?) and a full Bathroom (renovated in 2014!). Upstairs there are two generous Bedrooms and another full Bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout entire first floor. Large, clean Basement. Beautiful Deck and yard. Just one mile to Swarthmore Train Station and town center! House has been wonderfully maintained and includes many updates, from new hot water heater to new dishwasher, freshly painted first floor and much more!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media License #RS316883 Listed on: 04/13/2016
Last Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou Getty
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 4,617 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 63x90
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,573 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1.5 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Shared Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Ridley Middle School
- Ridley High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Back Up Electric Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 302-000
- Assessor Parcel Number 38-05-00203-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 13, 2016
Closed on
Aug 12, 2016
Sold by
Hirl Jocelyn and Fauver Darrell
Bought by
King Adam J and King Christina M
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Maillet
BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou Getty
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-16.32%
Total Days on Market
75
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
$191,001
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Outstanding Balance
$152,898
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$225,910
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 2010
Sold by
Hirl Jocelyn
Bought by
Hirl Jocelyn and Fauver Darrell
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 17, 2006
Sold by
Hirl Emma E and Cini Kathleen F
Bought by
Hirl Jocelyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,200
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Adam J | $200,000 | None Available | |
| Hirl Jocelyn | -- | None Available | |
| Hirl Jocelyn | $131,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | King Adam J | $75,000 | |
| Open | King Adam J | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hirl Jocelyn | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hirl Jocelyn | $36,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hirl Jocelyn | $105,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | Sold | $200,000 | +0.3% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2016 06/27/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2016 06/20/16 | Price Changed | $199,500 | -9.1% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2016 04/28/16 | Price Changed | $219,500 | -8.2% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 04/13/2016 04/13/16 | For Sale | $239,000 | -- | $152 / 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 | $7,505 | $216,150 | $72,560 | $143,590 |
| 2023 | $7,179 | $216,150 | $72,560 | $143,590 |
| 2022 | $6,948 | $216,150 | $72,560 | $143,590 |
| 2021 | $10,756 | $216,150 | $72,560 | $143,590 |
| 2020 | $6,425 | $113,740 | $36,060 | $77,680 |
| 2019 | $6,308 | $113,740 | $36,060 | $77,680 |
| 2018 | $6,229 | $113,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,229 | $113,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $624 | $113,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $624 | $113,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $624 | $113,740 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeanne Maillet
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jeanne Maillet
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 299-5630
21 in this area
90 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Mary Lou Getty
Long & Foster
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003919193
APN: 38-05-00203-00
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