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656 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA, 19081

$399,900

Home List Price

$4,749*

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3 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
1,564 SqFt
$256/SqFt
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656 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore$399,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAsphalt Driveway, Driveway
Year Built1950
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
BasementYes
MLS #PADE2064720
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 656 S Chester Rd

Welcome to your dream home located in the heart of a sought-after A+ school district in Delaware County. This charming residence offers three bedrooms, with one boasting a modern master bath featuring a spacious walk-in shower and elegant sliding glass door. As you step into the first floor, you'll be greeted by a contemporary kitchen equipped with a sleek waterfall island, perfect for both cooking and entertaining. The kitchen is adorned with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a vented microwave above the stove top, ensuring both style and functionality. Adjacent to the kitchen, a side room awaits, featuring a full bath and a side door leading to the driveway and backyard. With the option to add a door, this versatile space could serve as a fourth bedroom or a cozy guest room, providing ample flexibility to suit your needs. Descending to the basement, you'll find an inviting open space with a tiled floor and an open ceiling design, creating a modern ambiance. The basement also offers a convenient walk-out entry stair leading to the expansive backyard. Outside, the flat, spacious backyard beckons, offering plenty of room for outdoor activities and relaxation. Additionally, a permanent storage room provides practical storage solutions for your convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to make this remarkable property your new home sweet home! Listing agent has financial interest!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,564 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Home Vista Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 980-8881
  • Listing Agent: Ming Zhang

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Secure Storage

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Asphalt Driveway, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Springfield High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • E.T. Richardson Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Sabold Elementary School, Public District Grades 2-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Head S Chester Rd. Property is on the right across from dollar tree.

Municipality:

  • Springfield Twp

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $399,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $256/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,166
  • Tax Year: 2021
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MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PADE2064720

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Home Vista Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 980-8881
  • Listing Agent: Ming Zhang

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Feb 05, 1997Home Sold
$114,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$9,166$227,750
2020$5,053$111,520
2019$4,934$111,520
2018$4,864$111,520
2017$4,752$111,520

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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10
/10

  • Sabold Elementary School

  • 468 E Thomson Ave

  • 1.96 miles

  • Public District Grades 2-5

Middle School

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7
/10

  • E.T. Richardson Middle School

  • 20 W Woodland Ave

  • 2.47 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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8
/10

  • Springfield High School

  • 49 W Leamy Ave

  • 2.77 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $140,341. Typical income of Delaware County, PA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 656 S Chester Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 656 S Chester Rd property is $399,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 656 S Chester Rd is a house located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 19081.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 656 S Chester Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 656 S Chester Rd are:
Sabold Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10
E.T. Richardson Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Springfield High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $9,166 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on February 5, 1997 for $114,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 656 S Chester Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 656 S Chester Rd is 1,564 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 656 S Chester Rd is 1950.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Delaware County›Swarthmore›19081›656 S Chester Rd

This home is located at 656 S Chester Rd in Swarthmore, PA and zip code 19081. This 1,564 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $399,900.

In April 2024, from all listings sold in Delaware County, PA there were more than 213 sold above asking price, over 117 sold below and more than 87 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Delaware County, PA increased by 7.1% between March 2024 and April 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $334,571, while the average time on the real estate market was 15 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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