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  • $940,000

    212 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

    6beds
    3,276sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1905
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $279,900 Zestimate®
    $287/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Professional Photos Coming! Magnificent 1900s Swarthmore home with unparalleled charm. Think soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, a classic wrap-around front porch, dual staircases and more. Wonderful location—just two blocks from the train and town center and directly across the street from Swarthmore College grounds. This stunning three-story home features six Bedrooms and two versatile Bonus Rooms (currently utilized as an Office and Yoga Room) across the upper floors. Enter through the Front Porch into a spectacular Living Room, complete with a gas fireplace, cozy built-in bench, and oversized diamond-pane windows that flood the space with natural light. A stunning Dining Room follows—big enough for your largest holiday table. The updated eat-in Kitchen with a new Samsung fridge is located at the rear of the home. There is also a Mud Room Suite in this area, offering a Powder Room, Laundry area, and ample storage for coats, boots, and backpacks. Here you will also discover a delightful and spacious Screened Porch—a serene retreat for quiet mornings or summer evening meals. Head up the grand staircase to the second floor where you will find the Primary Suite, offering a walk-in closet and ensuite Bath with a stall shower, jacuzzi tub and dark walnut vanity. On this level there are also two additional Bedrooms plus an Office (with a small balcony!) and a Hall Bath. The third floor offers three more spacious Bedrooms and a dedicated Yoga Room. There is a Hall Bath on this floor too with a tub/shower combination, crisp white subway tile and pretty glass doors that open to a linen closet (and there is a hook up for washer & dryer here too!). The Basement is unfinished, but provides significant storage. Outside, there is a fully fenced in area on the side of the house that was used as a dog run by the previous owners, where you will also find a patio. The driveway and rear of the home are conveniently accessed from Harvard Avenue. (follow the signs!). Walk to town, train, schools, town pool and more from this gem of a home - offering nearly 4000 square feet of space and historic charm. Swarthmore Borough is a small college town located just outside Philadelphia and 15 minutes from Philadelphia Airport. Award-winning schools including Strath Haven High School - which boasts the largest marching band in the state with one out of every three students at the school participating! Showings start Wednesday, May 13.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jeanne Maillet 610-299-5630,

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Media (610) 566-3000

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2113888MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,276
      • Total interior livable area: 3,276 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,276
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.44 Acres
      • Dimensions: 85.00 x 207.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 43000014000
      • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Masonry
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1905

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Swarthmore
      • Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $287/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $455,230
      • Annual tax amount: $18,312
      • Date on market: 5/13/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Inclusions: Kitchen Fridge, Washer, Dryer All In As Is Condition At Time Of Settlement.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
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        Estimated market value

        $279,900

        $238,000 - $325,000

        $2,181/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/1/2019Sold$617,000+460.9%$188/sqft
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        6/12/2014Sold$110,000-1.8%$34/sqft
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        5/16/2014Price change$112,000-0.9%$34/sqft
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        3/28/2014Price change$113,000-3.4%$34/sqft
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        2/26/2014Price change$117,000-2.4%$36/sqft
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        2/4/2014Listed for sale$119,900$37/sqft
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        12/18/2013Listing removed$119,900$37/sqft
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        10/22/2013Price change$119,900-7.7%$37/sqft
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        10/5/2013Price change$129,8990%$40/sqft
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        10/1/2013Price change$129,900-3.7%$40/sqft
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        9/23/2013Price change$134,8980%$41/sqft
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        9/7/2013Listed for sale$134,900+34.9%$41/sqft
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        3/22/2012Sold$100,000-10.7%$31/sqft
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        12/16/2011Listing removed$112,000$34/sqft
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        9/1/2011Price change$112,000-8.6%$34/sqft
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        6/1/2011Price change$122,500-5%$37/sqft
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        4/2/2011Price change$128,900-4.4%$39/sqft
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        3/7/2011Price change$134,900-3.6%$41/sqft
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        2/1/2011Listed for sale$139,900$43/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,628 +2.1%$102,350
        2024$3,554 +4.5%$102,350
        2023$3,399 +3.3%$102,350
        2022$3,290 $102,350
        2021$3,290 +882.7%$102,350 +66.9%
        2020$335 -1.5%$61,310
        2019$340 -89.9%$61,310
        2018$3,358 +898%$61,310
        2017$336 $61,310
        2016$336 -2%$61,310
        2015$343 +2%$61,310
        2014$336 +2.8%$61,310
        2013$327 +0.8%$61,310
        2012$325 +2.3%$61,310
        2011$318 $61,310
        2010$318 +9.7%$61,310
        2009$290 $61,310
        2008$290 +8.3%$61,310
        2007$267 -2%$61,310
        2006$273 $61,310
        2005$273 $61,310
        2004$273 +8.5%$61,310
        2003$251 +7.9%$61,310
        2002$233 $61,310
        2000$233 $61,310

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $5,925/mo
        Principal & interest
        $4578
        Property taxes
        $1347
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 19081

          Getting around

          73 / 100
          Very Walkable
          55 / 100
          Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          • District: Wallingford-swarthmore

          Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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