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  • $737,900

    219 Lafayette Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

    3beds
    1,958sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1912
    4,791 Square Feet Lot
    $737,900 Zestimate®
    $377/sqft
    $2,506 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $737,900

    $679,000 - $812,000

    $2,506/mo

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    What's special

    Located in the heart of Swarthmore, this charming Arts & Crafts style home has been wonderfully updated and is move-in ready! With 3 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, there are lovely details everywhere including refinished hardwood floors, built-in shelves, a stunning fireplace and so much more! The house is situated on an attractive, secluded lot with a meandering stream running through the front yard. The front porch which stretches along the entire length of the home is the perfect spot for taking in the bucolic setting. A spacious foyer welcomes you into the home! To the left is a huge living room. There is an entire wall of windows, a large wood-burning fireplace with brick surround, a built-in bench and built-in shelves which all make this space very special. Just through the foyer is the dining room, streaming with natural light, and a lovely chair rail adds even more character. Adjacent to the dining room is the renovated kitchen with a large breakfast room. There are stainless steel appliances including a GE gas range,a brand new Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid refrigerator, as well as a farm sink, and plenty of charming kitchen cabinets. A back door leads outdoors and to the basement. Up a turned staircase, you will find a very spacious second floor foyer. Over a half-wall to the left is a sunken sitting area, with another wall of windows and lots of architectural interest. It is completely charming and the perfect hangout space! A French door leads into a home office. There are also 3 spacious bedrooms on this level, all with hardwood floors and good closet space. Two full baths, recently renovated, are quite luxurious with ceramic tile, bead board and more! There is a staircase leading from the 2nd floor foyer up to an unfinished attic, which provides an abundance of extra storage. There is also a full, unfinished basement where the laundry is housed, and where there is a brand new hot water heater. There is central air conditioning, newer windows and a one-car detached garage. Just a stone's throw to the town center, train station, college, shopping, restaurants and public library. Don't miss out on this wonderful home! One year seven star home warranty included!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    Features
    • StallShower, Replacement Windows
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,958 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stucco
    Lot
    • Size: 4,791 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 43000070800

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Average+
    • Year built: 1912

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Swarthmore

    Other

    Other facts
    • LocaleListingStatus: ACTIVE
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Appliances: Disposal
    • BedroomSecond1Level: Upper 1
    • BedroomThird1Level: Upper 1
    • Design: 2-Story
    • ElectricService: 200-300AmpEl
    • Heating: Oil
    • InteriorFeatures: StallShower, Replacement Windows
    • Kitchen1Level: Main
    • LivingRoomLevel: Main
    • OtherRm2Level: Upper 1
    • PoolType: NoPool
    • PropertyCondition: Average+
    • RoomList: Living Room, Bedroom-Master, Bedroom-Second, Bedroom-Third, Kitchen, Other Room 1, Other Room 2, Family Rm, Den/Stdy/Lib, Other Room 3, Other Room 4, Laundry Room
    • SewerSeptic: Public Sewer
    • State: PA
    • Water: Public
    • BedroomMaster1Level: Upper 1
    • OtherRm1Level: Main
    • GarageSpaces: 1-CarGarage
    • HotWater: Electric
    • InteriorSquareFeetSource: Seller
    • MainEntrance: Foyer
    • Attics: WalkUpAttic
    • LaundryType: BsmtLaundry
    • LocationTypes: Stream/Creek
    • Parking: Drvwy/Off Str
    • LotDescription: FrontYard, LevelLot
    • CookingFuel: PropCooking
    • OtherRm3Level: Main
    • OtherRm4Level: Upper 1
    • FamilyRoomLevel: Upper 1
    • BuildingFacadeOrientation: Southwest
    • LaundryRoomLevel: Basement
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/15/2018Sold$439,150-2.2%$224/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/9/2017Price change$449,000-2.2%$229/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Media #7057435 Report a problem
    9/22/2017Listed for sale$459,000+26.6%$234/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Media #7057435 Report a problem
    6/1/2011Sold$362,500-13.7%$185/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/21/2006Sold$419,900+90%$214/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$13,736 +2.4%$372,120
    2024$13,410 +4%$372,120
    2023$12,890 +0.3%$372,120

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19081

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: SWART-RUTL
    • Middle: Strath Hvn
    • High: STRATHHAVN
    • District: Wallingfd-swarthmore

    Source: The 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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