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Listing description

Welcome to this magnificently renovated five-bedroom, three full and two half baths stately home, where classic Georgian architectural character meets thoughtful modern updates at every turn. Located just a couple of blocks from Swarthmore Rutledge Elementary School, the Swarthmore Swim Club, and downtown Swarthmore — including the SEPTA rail line into Philadelphia — this home offers an unbeatable location. In addition, the Builder/Seller who renovated the home has decided to include the adjacent lot (419 N Swarthmore Ave, which is 110'x115') with the sale of 425 N Swarthmore Ave! It's so rare to find a home of this stature with this much property in downtown Swarthmore! This iconic Swarthmore home, perched above its neighbors, features a lovely front entry overlooking a fabulous blue stone patio that runs the expanse of the home, alongside beautifully landscaped grounds — setting a majestic tone before you even step inside. The oversized foyer welcomes you with original black-and-white tile. Up two steps, the classic foyer opens to an enormous living room on the left, featuring custom moulding, a gas fireplace, and elegant wall sconces, plus French doors leading to a large screened porch overlooking the level side yard. To the right of the foyer, a beautiful dining room beckons with a gorgeous wet bar showcasing custom glass-front cabinetry, a beverage refrigerator and architectural details echoed throughout the home. A second gas fireplace anchors the room with a gorgeous original brick hearth, complemented by a stunning glass chandelier and a covered outdoor space — perfect for grilling or enjoying a beverage before dinner. The adjoining kitchen is a showstopper, anchored by the stunning wet bar. Light-filled and open, it features a magnificent island with quartz counters, the highest of quality Goebelwood cabinetry, a lovely natural backsplash, abundant storage, and high-quality appliances including a magnetic induction range. The kitchen flows into a barrel vaulted family room with fabulous uplighting and also flooded with daylight, where a third fireplace (electric) — framed by a dramatic tile wall — serves as the true focal point. Built-in bookshelves and cabinets, a separate mini-split for heating and cooling, and yet another charming screened porch complete this exceptional living space. A stunning powder room, additional outdoor access, and a coat closet round out the main floor. Ascend the grand staircase, accented by a gorgeous Palladian window that fills the space with light. The primary suite awaits to the right, boasting an enormous walk-in closet and a fabulous en-suite bath with heated floors, dbl vanity and oversized stall shower as well as access to a large rooftop to enjoy one's morning coffee with a bird's eye view. Two additional bedrooms with generous closets share access to yet another delightful porch, along with a second full bath and a well-organized second-floor laundry. The third floor offers two more spacious bedrooms flanking another lovely full bath, plus a large walk-in closet off the far bedroom — ideal for off-season storage or countless other uses. The walk-out basement with entrance to a two car garage adds even more versatility, with a convenient mudroom entry, a handsome electric fireplace with tile surround, built-in cabinetry and wet bar with additional beverage refrigerator, two separate lounge and recreation areas perfect for a ping pong table or media space, a long work counter suited to projects, homework, Legos, or puzzles, and a second laundry hookup for added convenience. There is also unfinished space for storage! This is a home where every room — including the walk-out the basement — has been thoughtfully designed to invite you to live, gather, and enjoy indoor-outdoor living at its finest. Combined with truly stunning curb appeal, the fully renovated home includes all new plumbing, state of the art insulation, new heat pump, LED smart lights and electrical!

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Main level1 half bath
  3. Upper level3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
  4. Upper level 22 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full · 2 half
Living area
4,198 sq ft
Heating
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Georgian, Colonial, Transitional
Year built
1935

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.52 acres (22,651 sq ft)
Garage
2 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$476
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PADE2120362
County
Delaware County
School district
Wallingford-Swarthmore
Days on NookLocal
3 days

Interior features

Fireplace
4
Fireplace type
Electric, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Basement
Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Garage Access, and 1 more
Laundry
Upper Floor, Lower Floor, Hookup
Levels
3
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage
Garage type
Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Total spaces
2

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
200 x 115
Lot features
Additional Lot(s)
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, (2) beverage refrigerators
Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 19, 2026Listed for sale$2,000,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

$1,359,000

Below the asking price by 32%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$23,663 / year

$1,972 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$23,663

School tax

WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE · 31.17 mills (2025-26)

$18,336

County tax

Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)

$2,711

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$2,615

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $588,250, well below the ~$1,092,800 its asking price implies at Delaware County's common level ratio (54.6%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $18,053/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($588,250, 2021 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2025 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Delaware County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$400,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$12,595/mo

Principal & interest
$10,040
Property taxes (current rates)
$1,972
Home insurance (est.)
$583

Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Wallingford-Swarthmore

Academic index
80.2/100
Graduation rate
95.7%
PSSA ELA proficient
79.9%
PSSA Math proficient
73.8%

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Delaware County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Delaware County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:11 PM EDT

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