8238 Brookside Rd Elkins Park, PA 19027
Elkins Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,222
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
About This Home
As of March 2025Move right into this charming 3+ bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial home in the sought-after neighborhood of Elkins Park. With many original features combined with thoughtful updates, this spacious residence offers a perfect blend of timeless character and contemporary living. The main floor welcomes you with a bright, expansive living room featuring a gorgeous stone fireplace, recessed lighting, and a seamless flow into the large dining room, complete with built-ins. From the dining room, step into the inviting sunroom, a tranquil space to relax and enjoy the view of your private, large backyard. The modern kitchen showcases sleek black and white tile, white cabinetry, and newer appliances, with a breakfast bar perfect for casual dining or morning coffee. A convenient powder room completes the main level. As you head up to the second floor, you'll find a spacious main bedroom with ample closet space, a fully renovated hall bath, a large second bedroom, and a versatile office space with built-ins, perfect for working from home. The third floor features a third bedroom with skylights and an en-suite bath. The basement provides ample storage, a laundry room, and a large open area with potential for additional living or recreational space. Outside, the property boasts a 2-car detached garage and a beautifully landscaped, private backyard that backs up to a babbling brook. All this is located in beautiful Elkins Park, Cheltenham, close to shopping, parks, dining, and public transit.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown License #RS295110 Listed on: 08/28/2024
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$9,899
Year Built
1925
Lot Details
0
Parking
2
Listing Details
- Property Type: Residential
- Structure Type: Detached
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Mounted TV in kitchen, wood shelf in main bedroom
- Inclusions: Washer, dryer, refrigerator, range (all in as-is condition with no monetary value)
- New Construction: No
- Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Year Built: 1925
- Automatically Close On Close Date: No
- Remarks Public: Move right into this charming 3+ bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial home in the sought-after neighborhood of Elkins Park. With many original features combined with thoughtful updates, this spacious residence offers a perfect blend of timeless character and contemporary living. The main floor welcomes you with a bright, expansive living room featuring a gorgeous stone fireplace, recessed lighting, and a seamless flow into the large dining room, complete with built-ins. From the dining room, step into the inviting sunroom, a tranquil space to relax and enjoy the view of your private, large backyard. The modern kitchen showcases sleek black and white tile, white cabinetry, and newer appliances, with a breakfast bar perfect for casual dining or morning coffee. A convenient powder room completes the main level. As you head up to the second floor, you'll find a spacious main bedroom with ample closet space, a fully renovated hall bath, a large second bedroom, and a versatile office space with built-ins, perfect for working from home. The third floor features a third bedroom with skylights and an en-suite bath. The basement provides ample storage, a laundry room, and a large open area with potential for additional living or recreational space. Outside, the property boasts a 2-car detached garage and a beautifully landscaped, private backyard that backs up to a babbling brook. All this is located in beautiful Elkins Park, Cheltenham, close to shopping, parks, dining, and public transit.
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
Interior Features
- Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
- Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Built-Ins, Skylight(s), Wood Floors
- Window Features: Bay/Bow
- Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Levels Count: 3
- Room Count: 8
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Type: Full
- Laundry Type: Basement
- Total Sq Ft: 2792
- Living Area Sq Ft: 2222
- Price Per Sq Ft: 191.27
- Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2222
- Below Grade Sq Ft: 570
- Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 570
- Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Street Number Modifier: 8238
Beds/Baths
- Bedrooms: 3
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
- Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
- Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
- Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
Exterior Features
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Other Structures List: Garage(s)
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stone
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
- 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
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
- Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
- Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
Utilities
- Central Air Conditioning: No
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator, Hot Water, Baseboard - Electric
- Heating: Yes
- Hot Water: Oil
- 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: CHELTENHAM
- School District Key: 300200396295
- School District Source: Listing Agent
Lot Info
- Land Use Code: 1101
- Lot Features: Level
- Lot Size Acres: 0.27
- Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 0.00
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Sq Ft: 11700.00
- Property Condition: Very Good
- Year Assessed: 2024
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Rental Info
- Vacation Rental: No
Tax Info
- School Tax: 7713.00
- Tax Annual Amount: 9913.00
- Assessor Parcel Number: 31-00-03763-004
- Tax Lot: 043
- Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2222
- County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Tax Year: 2023
- Close Date: 10/31/2024
MLS Schools
- School District Name: CHELTENHAM
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Ferrara Matthew J and Mcmahon Mickey
Bought by
Sheetz Emily and Hammonds Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Thomas Skiffington
RE/MAX 440 - Perkasie
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Karlson
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
3.02%
Views
183
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
$903
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.21%
Original Mortgage
$489,250
Outstanding Balance
$488,840
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$15,796
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2024
Closed on
Oct 31, 2024
Sold by
Schwartz Lise
Bought by
Ferrara Matthew J and Mcmahon Mickey
Seller's Agent
Becky Krevitz
BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Skiffington
RE/MAX 440 - Perkasie
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
5.88%
Views
54
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
42.63%
Original Mortgage
$436,500
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Scranton Joan Gluch and Gluch Joan I
Bought by
Schwartz Lise
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 1996
Sold by
Scranton David F and Scranton Joan Gluch
Bought by
Scranton Joan Gluch and Gluch Joan I
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $515,000 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Deed | $515,000 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Deed | $450,000 | Camelot Abstract | |
| Deed | $329,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $489,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $489,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $436,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Sold | $515,000 | +3.0% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2025 02/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | +11.1% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2024 10/31/24 | Sold | $450,000 | +5.9% | $203 / Sq Ft |
| 08/31/2024 08/31/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2024 08/28/24 | For Sale | $425,000 | -- | $191 / 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 | $9,899 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2023 | $9,788 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2022 | $9,620 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2021 | $9,356 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2020 | $9,087 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2019 | $8,905 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2018 | $2,502 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2017 | $8,502 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2016 | $8,444 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2015 | $8,051 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
| 2014 | $8,051 | $148,220 | $57,650 | $90,570 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
T
Seller's Agent in 2025
Thomas Skiffington
RE/MAX
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Matthew Karlson
BHHS Fox & Roach
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2024
Becky Krevitz
BHHS Fox & Roach
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAMC2110422
APN: 31-00-03763-004
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