Welcome to 20 Fairview Road — a beautifully renovated, move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in one of Swarthmore's most convenient locations. Step through the front door into a bright, open-concept main level with rich hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and plantation shutters that give the space a polished, finished feel throughout. The fully updated kitchen is the true heart of the home, featuring dark custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic stone tile accent wall, stainless steel appliances, and a professional-grade range with a stainless hood vent. The dining area flows naturally off the kitchen, anchored by a stunning built-in cabinet and chandelier, with French doors leading directly out to the deck — making entertaining and everyday living a pleasure. Outside, the expansive pergola-covered deck overlooks a fully fenced, private backyard: the perfect setting for relaxing or hosting in every season. The lower level adds valuable bonus space with LVP flooring, built-in shelving, a double closet, and its own private entrance — ideal for a home office, gym, or media room. Upstairs you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with great natural light, including a spacious primary suite with recessed lighting and a walk-through dressing area. The updated bath features a dark vanity, white countertops, and modern fixtures. An attached garage and driveway parking round out this exceptional home, along with Sunrun Solar for added energy efficiency and savings. All of this in an unbeatable Swarthmore location — walk to the train station, shops, restaurants, and parks, with direct SEPTA Regional Rail service to Center City Philadelphia, plus easy access to major highways and the airport.
For sale
Price cut: $25.1K (9/14)
$524,900
20 Fairview Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
3beds
1,829sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$513,500 Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quartz countertopsStunning built-in cabinetBuilt-in shelvingBeautifully renovatedDark custom cabinetryFully fenced private backyardFully updated kitchen
- 120 days
- 796
- 59
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Richard Downes 484-995-0919,
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon 6106512700,
Co-Listing Team: The Ady & Megan Mcgowan Team, Co-Listing Agent: Ady Mcgowan 610-348-7835,
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2117532
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,829
- Total interior livable area: 1,829 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,829
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 42000182200
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swarthmore
- Municipality: SPRINGFIELD TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,660
- Annual tax amount: $7,531
- Date on market: 6/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer Dryer Dishwasher
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$513,500
$488,000 - $539,000
$3,222/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $524,900-4.6%$287/sqft |
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| 6/13/2026 | Listing removed | $3,700$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2115660 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000$301/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,700$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2115660 Report a problem | ||
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Neighborhood: 19081
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Springfield
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






