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Listing description

Handyman Special! Instant Equity To Be Earned! Welcome to 1838 Shallcross Avenue located in the highly desirable Folcroft Borough neighborhood. This twin home offers incredible potential and is perfect for investors or savvy buyers looking to build instant equity. The main level features a welcoming living room, spacious dining room, half bathroom, and nicely sized kitchen with dinette area. The second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms and one full bathroom. The large full basement provides endless possibilities for additional living space or storage. Outside, enjoy the large backyard, private deck, storage shed, and nicely sized driveway. Home is being sold in as-is condition, with the seller providing the U&O for the buyer so you can move in and start your next project right away. Location is key! Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, regional rail lines, Philadelphia International Airport, Center City, and major highways including I-95, making this a great option for commuters. So much potential here and this opportunity will not last long!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,200 sq ft
Heating
Other
Cooling
Other

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1925

Financial

Price / sq ft
$167
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PADE2115574
County
Delaware County
School district
Southeast Delco
Days on market
42 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
May 27, 2026Listed for sale$199,900

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

Estimated value

$207,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Delaware County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$199,900
County assessment implies
$157,046
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$3,187/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
1551 WARWICK AVE, FOLCROFT, PA 19032August 2025$270,0003/11,184$252,877
1836 SHALLCROSS AVE, FOLCROFT, PA 19032February 2026$235,0003/11,280$237,970
530 WILLOWS AVE, FOLCROFT, PA 19032January 2025$239,9003/11,184$236,224
1534 WOODLAND AVE, FOLCROFT, PA 19032April 2025$260,0003/11,176$267,045
537 DALMAS AVE, FOLCROFT, PA 19032January 2025$245,0003/11,170$204,671
820 SCHOOL LN, FOLCROFT, PA 19032November 2025$260,0003/11,280$230,760

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$3,895 / year

$325 per month

MLS shows (2025)

$3,896

School tax

SOUTHEAST DELCO · 32.53 mills (2025-26)

$2,792

County tax

Delaware County · 4.61 mills (2026)

$395

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2025, varies by municipality

$708

Recomputed from the county assessment ($85,810, 2021 base year) × current millage. 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

$39,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,386/mo

Principal & interest
$1,003
Property taxes (current rates)
$325
Home insurance (est.)
$58

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

Southeast Delco

Academic index
36.3/100
Graduation rate
79%
PSSA ELA proficient
32.7%
PSSA Math proficient
18.1%

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 →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Delaware County taxes, explained →

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

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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:35 PM EDT

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