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4 beds3,392 sqft

101 Guernsey Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
1937Year Built
$256/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This magnificent English Tudor is finally ready for those who demand the finest! Situated on the corner of two of Swarthmore s most desirable streets, this home combines the convenience of function with being resplendent with charm. For the last 10 years, the owners have lovingly maintained and upgraded this beautiful home. The first floor will grace you with a grand entry way which has random width peg oaked flooring, wainscoting, a large formal dining room with deep sills, Living room with wood...This magnificent English Tudor is finally ready for those who demand the finest! Situated on the corner of two of Swarthmore s most desirable streets, this home combines the convenience of function with being resplendent with charm. For the last 10 years, the owners have lovingly maintained and upgraded this beautiful home. The first floor will grace you with a grand entry way which has random width peg oaked flooring, wainscoting, a large formal dining room with deep sills, Living room with wood burning fireplace, and an office featuring cathedral ceilings, that was changed from a screened in porch (2016) to add additional square footage to the home. As you move through the home, you will notice the unwavering aesthetics of the original leaded windows, distinguished arched doorways & stunning millwork. The "magazine worthy" gourmet chef's kitchen (2016) features an extra large island with beverage sink, wine fridge, pull out shelving and built ins. You will also find Mouser cabinetry, Wolf oven, new appliances, Italian motif backsplash, an enormous amount of cabinet space and recessed lighting as well. There is a sitting room with fireplace, built in bookshelves, mini mud area with hooks and cubbies for shoes as well as a brand new remodeled half bath. Upstairs the large Master Bedroom has brand new double closets with built in bookshelves and a gorgeous enlarged & renovated master bath with Italian tile, his & her vanity, flooring & fixtures. 2nd bedroom features bamboo built in shelving and an ensuite as well complete with new toilet and fixtures. 2 additional large bedrooms, one of which features the rustic exposed beam & wood burning fireplace. There are linen closets and extra storage everywhere & most rooms are freshly painted. The full basement is clean & 2 car attached garage, also freshly painted. Full walk up attic complete with newly installed electric & water hook up. This magnificent home is enveloped in beautifully landscaped grounds let your serenity & story begin here.
  • Listed by: Elizabeth K Meyers 610.639.0990 beth.meyers@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Listing closed: 06/13/2019 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PADE439856
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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 101 Guernsey Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $20,909 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 43-00-01205-00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Tudor
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Views: Street
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 03-30-2019
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (DELAWARE PA)
  • Cross Street: Ogden
  • Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 3,392.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
  • Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
  • Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good, Good

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,252 SF

Location

Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: STRATH HAVEN (DELAWARE PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN (DELAWARE PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: Swarthmore Boro (10443)

Waterfront / Water Access

Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Assessed Value: $367,650
  • Year Assessed: 2018
  • County Tax: $2,060
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $244,780
  • City Town Tax: $2,086
  • Land Assessed Value: $122,870
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESID
  • Tax Lot: 297-000
  • School Tax: $16,816
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Lease Information
  • Concessions: No

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Office, Bathroom 1, Attic
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Rooms Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attic - Floored
Room 8
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Breakfast Room, Dining Area, Pantry
Room 9
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Unfinished

Building Info

Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2016
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,392.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,392.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,392.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Brick
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Plaster Walls, Wood Walls
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Level
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 111.75 x 111.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • Parcel ID: 566099

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Private, Paved Parking, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Side Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Wood Floors, Stove - Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV, Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service

Property History for 101 Guernsey Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 13, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE439856

$870,000—
Apr 1, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE439856

—
Mar 30, 2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE439856

$895,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/13/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE439856

$870,000
04/01/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE439856

—
03/30/2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE439856

$895,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

101 Guernsey Road

Beds

4

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

3,392 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,392 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

18,252 SqFt

Schools near 101 Guernsey Road

This home is within Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Swarthmore-Rutledge School
PublicK to 5

Strath Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Strath Haven High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

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This home: 101 Guernsey Road, Swarthmore, PA 19081
$870,000
4
3,392
18,252
$810,000
5
3,905
18,077
–
5
4,158
51,575
$925,000
4
3,326
16,204
$837,500
5
5,500
0
$683,000
4
–
15,000

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