Last Sold Price
3 beds2,030 sqft$160/sqft
261 E Avon Rd, Brookhaven, PA 19015

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/31/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mari A Clancy • BHHS Fox & Roach - Hockessin
    P: (302) 602-0773 mariclancy@comcast.net

Property Details for 261 East Avon Road

Status
MLS #
PADE2100136
Days on Market
21
Taxes
$6,932 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1923
Lot Size
0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
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
Garage
No
Subdivision
GREEN TREE
Subdivision
GREEN TREE (DELAWARE PA)
Cross Street
Blossom
Municipality
CITY OF CHESTER
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Room Count
10
Above Grade Finished SQFT
1,530.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT
500.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
500.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$325,000

Avg days on market

27

Sale-to-list ratio

97.6%

Brookhaven, PA

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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

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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 (Public Record)

Public Record #1924629948

$325,000

+5.4% / yr

Dec 31, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$325,000
Nov 9, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/31/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1924629948

$325,000

+5.4% / yr

12/31/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

$325,000
11/09/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2100136

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

Public Records for 261 East Avon Road

Taxable ValueLand$31,430Additions$208,470Total$239,900
Tax Record2026$6,758 ($563 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,530 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,095 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
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Edgmont Scholars Academy
PublicPK to 8

STEM Academy at Showalter
Public7 to 12

Chester Upland School Of Arts
PublicPK to 5

Chester High School - Main Campus
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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 261 East Avon Road, Brookhaven, PA 19015
$325,000
3
2,030
3,920
$124,900
3
1,276
5,220
$180,000
3
1,188
3,920
3
1
1,276
5,314
$229,900
3
1,476
5,227
$105,000
2
1,600
5,532

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