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New Listing – 201 Harvard Avenue – Swarthmore, PA

May 12, 2016 by admin

201 Harvard Avenue – Swarthmore, PA 19081

$480,000

Open House Sunday May 15, 2016 From 1 to 3

This alluring Swarthmore colonial situated on a professionally landscaped lot offers old style charm with a modern flair that a discerning buyer will appreciate. The calm and inviting living room provides a perfect place to gather by the brick fireplace. Relax in the light filled family room addition with dual skylights with an exit to the patio and spacious and tranquil back yard. The updated kitchen features cherry cabinets and Zodiac quartz counter tops and all stainless steel appliances – refrigerator, range hood, convection oven, dishwasher, double sink – recessed lighting, and microwave. The den with solid oak wainscoting adds additional informal living space for your enjoyment; the dining room and half bath complete the first floor. The second floor has four generously sized bedrooms with and a tastefully renovated bath with a glass shower enclosure. The gleaming hardwood floors throughout the house, whole house generator, new heat pump, security system, newer windows, and updated electrical system are among the many upgrades that distinguishes this house from others and exhibits true pride of ownership. A convenient location close to town and the train.

Front Yard

Living Room With Gas Fireplace

201 Harvard Avenue Kitchen 1 - Swarthmore PA - Wallingford PA Real Estate

Kitchen With Zodiac Quartz Counters, All Stainless Steel Appliances

Light Filled Family Room Addition

Professionally Landscaped Yard

This is truly a home not to be missed. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit to this fine home give me a call – 610-322-6734 or email me.

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

New Listing – 224 N Swarthmore Avenue – Swarthmore, PA

May 4, 2016 by admin

224 N Swarthmore Avenue - A Classic Home With Modern Conveniences

224 N Swarthmore Avenue – A Classic Home Updated For Today’s Living

224 North Swarthmore Avenue – Swarthmore, PA 19081

This elegant 4 bedroom 2.5 bath center hall colonial offers all the charm of the 1930s alongside every comfort of modern living. Step inside for a taste of the lustrous oak floors and fresh neutral paint throughout. The spacious living room features a fireplace with tile surround, the formal dining room boasts a built-in corner cabinet, a light-filled family room is the perfect place to curl up with a book or a movie. The beautifully renovated gourmet kitchen offers ample storage and counter space as well as the tools the chef needs to make magic, including a gas cooktop and two wall ovens. Doors from the kitchen lead to the two-tiered deck, a peaceful oasis with privacy screening, perfect for hosting big parties or sipping coffee on quiet weekends. A first floor laundry room and powder room add convenience to your daily lifestyle. The second floor includes the master bedroom with sumptuously renovated bath featuring double sinks with granite countertop and a large glass stall shower, as well as a walk-in closet. The fourth bedroom can be found on the third floor as well as a cedar closet and storage. Sensible updates include: fresh paint and flooring throughout, new wiring, new roof, new heater, new air conditioning, new sewer and water lines.

Updated Kitchen

Granite Countertops And Center Island

Formal Dining Room

Living Room

Master Bedroom

Deck

Side View

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit to this fine home click here to contact me.

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

New Listing – 922 Strath Haven Avenue – Swarthmore, PA

April 19, 2016 by admin

922 Strath Haven Avenue

922 Strath Haven Avenue – Swarthmore, PA 19081

This magnificent stone Tudor is situated on over 1 acre and located just just blocks from downtown Swarthmore. Featuring over 5,000 square feet of interior space with 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 half baths this home was designed and built for noted water color artist, Arthur Bye. This very special home offers inspiring views, elegant entertainment spaces, and a unique location steps from every convenience, yet surrounded by peaceful vistas. The study features handsome wainscoting, a large fireplace, and built-ins. French doors lead out to the veranda, with its tranquil view over the property. The living room has a dramatic staircase with a 2 story leaded glass window and an enormous fireplace. The wall of floor to ceiling windows brings the beauty of nature inside no matter the season. The formal dining room showcases another tableau of the grounds and reflecting pond. Next to the kitchen, the large family room boasts a wood-burning fireplace with copper mantel. On the second floor, three full baths and four enormous bedrooms offer stunning views over the lovingly landscaped property and all the nooks and crannies of a classic Swarthmore home. The third floor features a study or playroom as well as two additional bedrooms. The covered veranda and stone patio offer a place to relax by the reflecting pond. Rhododendrons, weeping cherry, Japanese maples and hydrangeas bring lush color to the property no matter the time of year. The home on a half acre lot acre lot is offered at $850,000. The adjacent building lot is available for $300,000.

Kitchen

Den

Dining Room

Veranda

Pool

Backyard

Back Of Home

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

Swarthmore Real Estate – March 7, 2016 To March 13, 2016

March 16, 2016 by admin

A weekly review of recently sold homes in Swarthmore PA and current market statistics.

There are 19 homes listed for sale in Swarthmore on March 16, 2016 with an average asking price of $422,378. There are 4 settlements scheduled for this week.

The amount home owners estimate their home is worth is growing out of proportion with appraisers’ estimates, with the gap widening for the first time in six months, according to Quicken Loans’ latest Home Price Perception Index.

On average, appraisers’ estimates were about 2% lower than what home owners expected in February. The Quicken Loans study compares actual appraised values to what home owners who are refinancing estimate their home is worth at the beginning of the mortgage process.

Swarthmore Market Snapshot – 19 Listings
AVERAGE	MEDIAN	LOW	HIGH	DOM*
$422,378	$375,000	$124,900	$975,000	106

Single/Twin Market Snapshot – 17 Listings
AVERAGE	MEDIAN	LOW	HIGH	DOM*
$456,075	$444,000	$219,900	$975,000	110

Condo/Townhouse Market Snapshot – 2 Listings
AVERAGE	MEDIAN	LOW	HIGH	DOM*
$124,900	$135,950	$124,900	$147,000	70

*DOM = Days On Market

4 Swarthmore homes went under contract

4 new listings came onto the market

No listings expired

No listings were withdrawn from the market

16 homes are Under Contract at this time

1 Swarthmore home sold last week

Swarthmore Homes Sold March 7, 2016 To March 13, 2016
ADDRESS	BED	BATH	PRICE	SETTLED	DOM
401 S Chester Road	6	3.2	$500,000	03/11/16	5
AVERAGE			$500,000		5

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

New Listing – 319 Vassar Avenue – Swarthmore, PA

February 3, 2016 by admin

319 Vassar Avenue – Swarthmore, PA 19081

Listed At $579,900

319 Vassar is a 4 bedroom 3 full bath home situated on a double lot in the heart of Swarthmore. Features such as pocket doors, beautiful natural millwork, and hardwood floors all add to the charm and old style craftsmanship of this home. Enter the home into a inviting foyer with a classic staircase. The first floor has a living room with a fireplace, large dining room, and kitchen with granite counter tops and a new double oven gas stove. A full bath on the first floor, pantry, and outside exit to rear deck with stairs to brick patio complete the first floor.

Entry Foyer

Living Room

Dining Room

Kitchen

Master Bedroom Suite

The second floor has 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The upper floor features a spacious Master Bedroom Suite with attached full bath. Complete with central air conditioning and new windows this home is a rare find.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit to this fine home click here to contact me.

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

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$480,000

Open House Sunday May 15, 2016 From 1 to 3

Swarthmore Real Estate – Swarthmore, PA 19081

Listed At $579,900

S. Clark Kendus