Welcome to this classic stone Colonial in the sought-after Pilgrim Gardens neighborhood of Drexel Hill. Rich in character and thoughtfully maintained with quality upgrades throughout, this inviting home offers timeless charm, a functional layout, and a location that's hard to beat. A covered front porch welcomes you inside, where an inviting foyer sets the tone for the home. To the left, the spacious living room features a cozy gas fireplace, while the formal dining room sits to the right. The kitchen is conveniently situated, creating an easy flow throughout the main level that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with its own private full bath and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share an updated hall bathroom, providing plenty of space for family or guests. The partially finished basement includes a recreation room, powder room, and a large utility area with laundry and abundant storage space. Step outside to enjoy the spacious backyard, offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, or garden. An attached one-car garage and driveway provide convenient off-street parking. Lovingly maintained over the years, the home has seen numerous meaningful improvements, including replacement windows, an updated kitchen and bathrooms, central air conditioning, a newer boiler and hot water heater, and a new roof installed in 2025, offering added peace of mind for the next owner. Conveniently located just minutes from Pilgrim Gardens Shopping Center, the neighborhood swim club, parks, schools, and major highways, this home offers the perfect blend of classic charm and everyday convenience.
Under contract
$495,000
5253 Oleander Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
3beds
1,820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$501,400 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementSpacious backyardAttached one-car garageRecreation roomClassic stone colonialUpdated hall bathroomCovered front porch
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lewis Esposito 610-470-1475,
RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square (610) 325-4100,
Co-Listing Agent: Shawn Krautzel 484-723-3343,
RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2121032
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Basement
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,820
- Total interior livable area: 1,820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,820
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Covered, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60.00 x 110.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 16110125200
- Zoning: R10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Pilgrim Gdns
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Drexel Hill
- Municipality: UPPER DARBY TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $272/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $243,430
- Annual tax amount: $10,991
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Kitchen Refrigerator, Basement Refrigerator
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$501,400
$476,000 - $526,000
$3,118/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Contingent | $495,000$272/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $495,000$272/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,991 +3.2% | $243,430 |
| 2025 | $10,655 +3.5% | $243,430 |
| 2024 | $10,295 +1% | $243,430 |
| 2023 | $10,198 +2.8% | $243,430 |
| 2022 | $9,924 | $243,430 |
| 2021 | $9,924 +1152.6% | $243,430 +67.8% |
| 2020 | $792 -91.4% | $145,080 |
| 2019 | $9,220 +1.2% | $145,080 |
| 2018 | $9,114 +1044.7% | $145,080 |
| 2017 | $796 | $145,080 |
| 2016 | $796 | $145,080 |
| 2015 | $796 -2% | $145,080 |
| 2014 | $812 +4.8% | $145,080 |
| 2013 | $775 +0.8% | $145,080 |
| 2012 | $769 +2.3% | $145,080 |
| 2011 | $752 +2% | $145,080 |
| 2010 | $736 +5.3% | $145,080 |
| 2009 | $699 | $145,080 |
| 2008 | $699 +10.5% | $145,080 |
| 2007 | $633 -2% | $145,080 |
| 2006 | $646 | $145,080 |
| 2005 | $646 | $145,080 |
| 2004 | $646 +8.5% | $145,080 |
| 2003 | $595 +7.9% | $145,080 |
| 2002 | $551 | $145,080 |
| 2000 | $551 | $145,080 |
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Neighborhood: 19026
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Upper Darby
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




