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Listed By:
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chadds Ford
Address
405 Vassar Avenue, Swarthmore, PA
Price
$ 769,900
Property Attributes
  • MLS#PADE2061750
  • TypePending
  • CountyDELAWARE
  • CitySwarthmore
  • AreaSwarthmore Boro
  • NeighborhoodSwarthmore
  • Zip19081
  • StyleCape Cod
  • Year Built1951
  • Taxes$ 11414
  • Price$ 769,900
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2100
  • Lot Size0.3 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description

Rare opportunity in a quiet Swarthmore location! This mid-century Arts & Crafts cottage was completely renovated inside and out in 2020. Renovations were carefully planned and carried out, maintaining the authenticity of the homes era, and using high-quality materials and finishes. Tasteful and comfortable throughout, this 3/4-bedroom, 2 bath cape cod style home is warm and welcoming from the spacious new portico to the tucked away garden porch. Enter the remarkable living room with tongue-in-groove wood paneled cathedral ceiling, floor to ceiling, asymmetrical brick fireplace with original tile hearth and wood paneled fireplace wall. The soaring woodburning fireplace creates cozy comfort & ambiance. The flooring throughout the first floor is wide-plank Duchateau Strata Fling engineered oak flooring. The living room in this open floor plan receives great light from the large rear-facing, triple window & glass back door. The Living room is adjacent to the dining room with double-depth closet and completely renovated kitchen with custom cabinets, quartzite counters, glass backsplash, quality appliances and breakfast bar. The covered side owners-entry leads to the mudroom with pantry closet and separate laundry room with cabinetry, tile floor & utility sink. The first-floor bathroom was completely renovated with storage cabinet with shelving above, vanity with granite counter, heated tile floor and tile shower with frameless glass doors. There are two first floor bedrooms, both with double corner windows and streaming with morning light. The larger bedroom has deep double closet with custom Closets-by-Design. The smaller first floor bedroom is currently being used as a TV room. The stairway and 2nd floor has refinished hardwood floors, 2 spacious bedrooms, a large walk-in custom closet, and a completely renovated & reconfigured bathroom, also with heated tile floor and custom tile bathtub surround. The front bedroom includes two closets and entry to the balcony nook overlooking the living room. There is additional walk-in eve storage off the 2nd floor hall as well as reach-in eave storage in primary (rear) bedroom. The back yard is a quiet oasis with large stone patio with built-in planter and corner grotto, additional brick patio expansion including grill pad. The serene, raised garden porch with electric provides a variety of options it is the perfect work or relaxation space and could double as a wonderful exercise or art studio. The yard provides tremendous privacy with mature, well-placed plantings, including a beautiful witch hazel tree. There are new Marvin Integrity windows throughout, as well as tankless hot water heater, new solid-wood exterior doors and several custom interior doors (laundry pocket door, stairway door and 2nd floor bathroom barn door). Exterior renovation includes Certainteed roof, James Hardie board & batten siding, all new trim, fascia & soffits, gutters & downspouts, landscaping. The rear extension is a new build with a large secure attached storage shed (driveway facing) and garden porch with small deck overlooking the rear yard. Every detail was considered in this lovingly renovated home. Swarthmore is a sought after, walk-able community with shops, restaurants, library, seasonal farmers market and Septa train station. Easy access to Baltimore Pike, Route 1, I95, 495 minutes to Philadelphia International Airport. Showings start March 1. Sellers expect to show the home through the weekend but may accept an offer at any time. Seller is a licensed PA real estate agent and the listing agent

High School
Strath Haven High School
Price History
2/23/2024 Listed $769,900

General Features

Interior Features Combination Dining/Living,Entry Level Bedroom,Floor Plan - Open,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Stall Shower,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments,Wood Floors
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Hot Water,Baseboard - Hot Water,Radiant,Zoned
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Negotiable
Roof Asphalt,Metal
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Electric,Energy Efficient Appliances,ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Water Heater - Tankles
Exterior Features Extensive Hardscape,Outbuilding(s),Secure Storage,Street Lights
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Pool Y/N No Pool
Patio/Porch Features Patio(s),Porch(es)
Architectural Style Cape Cod
Construction Materials Brick,HardiPlank Type,Spray Foam Insulation
Exclusions exercise mirror in primary (rear,2nd floor) bedroom,kayak storage rack in attached shed
Year Built 1951
Electric Circuit Breakers
View Garden/Lawn
Levels 1.5
Tax Year 2023
Percent Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Accessibility None
County DELAWARE
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA / Comm Assn No
Subdivision Name SWARTHMORE
Garage Y/N No
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Total Rooms 7
Status PENDING
Directions From Swarthmore Ave,Turn onto Yale Ave,Left on Vassar to 405 on left
ModificationTimestamp 2024-03-02T20:01:38
City SWARTHMORE
Buyer Agent Compensation 2.5
Disclosures Prop Disclosure
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Swarthmore Boro (10443)
Lot Size Square Feet 13068.00
Tax Assessed Value 319000.0
Waterfront Y/N No
Street Name VASSAR
Tax Annual Amount 11414.0
Property Condition Excellent
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 1
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft 366.62
Acceptable Financing Conventional,Cash
Lease Considered Y/N No
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://vimeo.com/915295452?share=copy
Total SQFT 2100
Days on Market 3
Location Type Suburban
Standard Status Pending
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 541-000
Buyer Agent Compensation Type % Of Gross

Interior Features

Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Flooring Engineered Wood,Hardwood,Ceramic Tile
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Brick
Hot Water Natural Gas,Tankless
Basement (Y/N) No
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Double Hung,Energy Efficient,Insulated,Replacement
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2100
Full Baths 2
Street Suffix AVENUE
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Bedroom 1,Laundry,Mud Room
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Laundry Type Main Floor
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 2
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 1
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 1
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 1.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 1
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Parking Features Asphalt Driveway
Lot Features No Thru Street,Private
Water Source Public
Inclusions refrigerator,microwave oven,window treatments,fireplace screen & tools included. Negotiable items: Washer & dryer,bathroom mirrors.
Total Parking Spaces 3
Type of Parking Driveway
Land Use Code R-10
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Water View Y/N No
Lot Dimensions 91.00 x 150.00
Lot Size Acres 0.30
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Source Assessor
Land Assessed Value 118830.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
LotDimensionsSource Assessor

Room Details

Room Dimensions Level Flooring Details
Bedroom 1 Upper 1 Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 2 Upper 1 Flooring - Wood,Balcony Access
Bedroom 3 Main Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 Main Flooring - Wood
Dining Room Main Flooring - Wood,Living/Dining Room Combo
Kitchen Main Countertop(s) - Solid Surface,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - LED,Lighting - Pendants,Breakfast Bar
Laundry Main Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Living Room Main Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - Wood,Window Treatments
Mud Room Main Flooring - Wood,Pantry

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Pending Average in 19081

Price
AVG $850K
$770K
Taxes
AVG $8,601
$11,414
Visits
AVG 307
131
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1962
1951

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