NOT LISTED FOR SALE

740 Fairview Rd Swarthmore, PA 19081

Swarthmore Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $390,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,380 Sq Ft
$243/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 16, 2014

Last sale price $153,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 119% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,338/month

105 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skylights
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard

About This Home

As of June 2014

This charming two story brick Twin is ready for you to move right in! Enter the three season porch, continue thru to the Living Room with hardwood floors that flow to the Dining Room, Kitchen with newer counter tops, tiled backsplash, laminate flooring and pass thru window to Breakfast Room with skylight and hallway to outside entry door leading to the back yard patio. There is a Den/Media Room that could easily be a first floor Bedroom, and the Full Bath will complete the first floor. The second floor offers 2 Bedrooms with hardwood floors and an updated Full Bath with tile flooring. A Full Basement that is partially finished with a workout room/gym, Laundry area with tub and built in storage finish out the lower level of this darling home. The fenced in yard is level and perfect for a play area. Conveniently located to major highways, shopping, schools, parks, airport and sports venues.

Last Listed By

Gary Mercer

KW Greater West Chester License #RS164185L Listed on: 12/13/2013

KW Greater West Chester

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 3,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x95
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,380 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Unfinished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Grace Park Elementary School
  • Ridley Middle School
  • Ridley High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 371-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 38-02-00895-00

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1380
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1380
  • Net Sq Ft: 1380.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 115.22
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1380
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 740

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • 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: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • 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: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: RIDLEY
  • Elementary School: GRACE PARK
  • Middle School: RIDLEY
  • High School: RIDLEY
  • School District Key: 300200397359
  • Elementary School: GRACE PARK
  • High School: RIDLEY
  • Middle Or Junior School: RIDLEY

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 40X95
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3800.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RESID

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5412.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 38-02-00895-00
  • Tax Lot: 371-000
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 06/16/2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: RIDLEY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 13, 2013
Closed on
Jun 16, 2014
Sold by
Ehmann Patrick J and Ehmann Edyta
Bought by
Beattie John Paul and Conrad Jacquelyn M
Seller's Agent
Gary Mercer
KW Greater West Chester
Buyer's Agent
ANGELA PEREIRA
Bagelman Realty
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$153,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-3.77%
Total Days on Market
105
Current Estimated Value
$334,879

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$181,879
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.44%
Original Mortgage
$145,350
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2009
Sold by
Driscoll J Gregory and Estate Of John J Driscoll
Bought by
Ehmann Patrick J and Ehmann Edyta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Beattie John Paul $153,000 None Available
Ehmann Patrick J $150,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Beatttie John Paul $120,088
Closed Beattie John Paul $145,350
Previous Owner Ehmann Patrick J $135,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2014 06/16/14 Sold $153,000 -3.8% $111 / Sq Ft
03/28/2014 03/28/14 Pending -- -- --
12/13/2013 12/13/13 For Sale $159,000 -- $115 / 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 $6,730 $193,820 $58,180 $135,640
2023 $6,437 $193,820 $58,180 $135,640
2022 $6,231 $193,820 $58,180 $135,640
2021 $9,645 $193,820 $58,180 $135,640
2020 $5,743 $101,660 $29,700 $71,960
2019 $5,638 $101,660 $29,700 $71,960
2018 $5,568 $101,660 $0 $0
2017 $5,568 $101,660 $0 $0
2016 $558 $101,660 $0 $0
2015 $558 $101,660 $0 $0
2014 $558 $101,660 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gary Mercer

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Gary Mercer

    KW Greater West Chester

    (610) 467-5319

    5 in this area

    1,898 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    ANGELA PEREIRA

    Bagelman Realty

    (484) 802-4357

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    ANGELA PEREIRA
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003674230

Bright MLS

APN: 38-02-00895-00

Pennsylvania Delaware County Swarthmore 19081 Swarthmore

740 Fairview Rd, Swarthmore, PA

Homes for Sale in Swarthmore, PA

This home is located at 740 Fairview Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081 since 13 December 2013 and is currently estimated at $334,879, approximately $242 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 740 Fairview Rd is a home located in Delaware County with nearby schools including Grace Park Elementary School, Ridley Middle School, and Ridley High School.

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