261 E Avon Rd

Brookhaven, PA 19015

$325,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,030 Sq. Ft.
$160 / Sq. Ft.
2,030
Sq. Ft.
$160
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 12/31/25
Closed 12/31/25
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Description

Buyers financing fell through... Love and care are the hallmarks of this 3 Bdrm/2 Ba traditional brick home an easy walk from the university. Carefully maintained and updated, it features old style charm with all the latest conveniences. You'll love the inviting front porch; its the perfect setting for a quiet afternoon of reading. High ceilings, easy care flooring and brick fireplace sets the mood for ideal living. Enjoy the updated sun-filled kitchen with stainless appliances, island station, granite...Buyers financing fell through... Love and care are the hallmarks of this 3 Bdrm/2 Ba traditional brick home an easy walk from the university. Carefully maintained and updated, it features old style charm with all the latest conveniences. You'll love the inviting front porch; its the perfect setting for a quiet afternoon of reading. High ceilings, easy care flooring and brick fireplace sets the mood for ideal living. Enjoy the updated sun-filled kitchen with stainless appliances, island station, granite countertops, pantry and separate dining area.. A full bath completes the main floor. Upstairs you will find three spacious bedrooms with ample closet space as well as an updated luxury bath. A walkup attic is suitable for all your storage needs. The finished lower level is ready for Sunday gametime; let's Go Birds! Move the leisure activities outdoors to this tranquil fenced backyard. The off street parking is a huge plus. Close to public transportation, airport and major highways.
  1. Listed by Mari A Clancy • BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
    P: (302)-602-0773 mariclancy@comcast.net

Property Details for 261 East Avon Road

Tax ID Number
49-01-01651-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/02/2026 11:30 AM

Property Details for 261 East Avon Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PADE2100136
Days on Market21
Taxes$6,932 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountyDelaware County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin

Sold By Keller Williams - Main Street

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Building Information for 261 East Avon Road

Stories-Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,162 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,584

Property Taxes

$578

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 261 East Avon Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: CHESTER-UPLAND
  • School District County ID: 300200397352
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: City Of Chester (10449)
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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $239,900
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 010-000
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full 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
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Attic
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Attic - Floored
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Laminated, Fireplace - Electric
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Dining Area, Flooring - Laminated, Living/Dining Room Combo
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - Laminated, Island, Kitchen - Eat-in, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 5
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Laminated
Room 6
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Finished, Flooring - Carpet
Room 7
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Finished
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,030.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 30.00 x 116.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard
  • Parcel ID: 577893
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Off Street
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dual Flush Toilets, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens, Storm
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: New Castle County Board of REALTORS

Property History for 261 East Avon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 31, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$325,000—
Nov 9, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Nov 9, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Nov 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Oct 13, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Oct 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Sep 19, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
Sep 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$339,900—
Mar 19, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #671587634

$239,900

+313.4% / yr

Mar 19, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE508302

$239,900—
Feb 6, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE508302

—
Feb 4, 2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE508302

$239,900—
Jun 26, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #659779398

$85,000—
Jun 14, 2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE491852

$85,000—
May 22, 2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE491852

—
May 20, 2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE491852

$100,000—
Oct 14, 2002

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PADE431468

$85,900—
Oct 14, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE431468

$85,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/31/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$325,000
11/09/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
11/09/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
11/04/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
10/13/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
10/05/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
09/19/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

—
09/15/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$339,900
03/19/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #671587634

$239,900

+313.4% / yr

03/19/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE508302

$239,900
02/06/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE508302

—
02/04/2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE508302

$239,900
06/26/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #659779398

$85,000
06/14/2019

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE491852

$85,000
05/22/2019

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE491852

—
05/20/2019

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE491852

$100,000
10/14/2002

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PADE431468

$85,900
10/14/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE431468

$85,900

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Public Records for 261 East Avon Road

Taxable ValueLand$31,430Additions$208,470Total$239,900
Tax Record2025$6,933 ($578 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,069 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923CountyDELAWAREAPN49-01-01651-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 261 East Avon Road

This home is within Chester-Upland School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Main Street School
Public - PK to 5
EDGMONT SCHOLARS ACADEMY
Public - K to 8
Chester High School - Main Campus
Public - 9 to 12
Stetser El School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Main Street School
PublicPK to 5

EDGMONT SCHOLARS ACADEMY
PublicK to 8

Chester High School - Main Campus
Public9 to 12

Stetser El School
PublicPK to 6

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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