Last Sold Price
3 beds1,774 sqft$230/sqft
1531 Blackrock Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Description

1531 Blackrock Road in Swarthmorewood, a beautifully updated three bedroom, one and a half bath twin set on an oversized home site offering approximately 1,774 square feet of living space across three levels. This move in ready home has been thoughtfully updated inside and out, starting with its attractive curb appeal featuring brand new board-and-batten siding. Inside, engineered wood flooring, recessed lighting, and energy-efficient replacement windows create a warm and modern feel throughout....1531 Blackrock Road in Swarthmorewood, a beautifully updated three bedroom, one and a half bath twin set on an oversized home site offering approximately 1,774 square feet of living space across three levels. This move in ready home has been thoughtfully updated inside and out, starting with its attractive curb appeal featuring brand new board-and-batten siding. Inside, engineered wood flooring, recessed lighting, and energy-efficient replacement windows create a warm and modern feel throughout. The main level offers a comfortable living room filled with natural light from the bow window, a functional kitchen with upgraded wood cabinetry including a pantry cabinet, solid surface counters and updated appliances. A convenient half bath is also included on the main level. Fun and relaxing times will certainly be had on the enclosed patio complete with ceiling fans and electric adding an additional year-round living and entertaining space. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms share a modern full bath, while the walk-out, partially finished lower level provides flexible bonus space for a recreation room, home office, or gym, along with laundry hookups. Additional improvements include an updated HVAC system, natural gas forced-air heating, and central air conditioning for year-round comfort. The fenced yard and patio make outdoor living easy, and a private driveway offers off-street parking for two vehicles. Perfectly situated in desirable Swarthmorewood with the added privacy of township open space directly across the street, this home combines modern upgrades, an oversized home site, and a convenient location close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and major roadways for commuting to Center City Philadelphia, the airport, and beyond.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/16/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by James P Rice • Real of Pennsylvania
    P: (302)-540-0509 jim@realgreatagent.com

Property Details for 1531 Blackrock Road

Status
MLS #
PADE2099632
Days on Market
2
Taxes
$7,716 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1957
Lot Size
0.11 AC / 4,792 SF
Tax ID Number
38-02-00199-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Expected On Market Date
09-12-2025
Subdivision
SWARTHMOREWOOD
Subdivision
SWARTHMOREWOOD (DELAWARE PA)
Municipality
RIDLEY TWP
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,224.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
550.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
550.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Building Winterized Y/N
No
Property Condition
Excellent

Location

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Building Information for 1531 Blackrock Road

Stories2Residences-Year Built1957Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,792 SF

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Property Information for 1531 Blackrock Road

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
  • School District Name: RIDLEY
  • School District County ID: 300200397359
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: Ridley Twp (10438)
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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $198,830
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $770
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $136,620
  • City Town Tax: $1,086
  • Land Assessed Value: $62,210
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 158-000
  • School Tax: $5,859
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,774.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,224.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,774.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: Southwest
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Full, Poured Concrete, Walkout Stairs, Partially Finished
  • Basement Finished Percent: 90.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 121.00 x 96.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Corner, Level
  • Fencing: Fully
  • Parcel ID: 542709
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Replacement, Insulated
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Enclosed, Screened, Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.realgreatagent.com

Property History for 1531 Blackrock Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1916999999

$402,000

+9.9% / yr

Oct 16, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2099632

$408,000
Sep 13, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2099632

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1916999999

$402,000

+9.9% / yr

10/16/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2099632

$408,000
09/13/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2099632

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Public Records for 1531 Blackrock Road

Taxable ValueLand$62,210Additions$136,620Total$198,830
Tax Record2026$7,716 ($643 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,224 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,224 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,922 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyDELAWAREAPN38-02-00199-00

Schools near 1531 Blackrock Road

This home is within Ridley School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Grace Park El School
PublicK to 5

Ridley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridley High School
Public9 to 12

Notre Dame De Lourdes School
PrivatePK to 8

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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