315 Rutgers Ave
Closed 10/24/25
Closed 10/24/25
Description
Just featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer! Located in the highly sought-after A + rated Wallingford-Swarthmore school district. This beautifully updated and renovated Contemporary/Mid-Century-Modern home sits on a very desirable block in the always-in-demand Swarthmore Borough neighborhood—where homes like this rarely come to market. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 6 car driveway, a home office, den, separate family and living rooms, Yoga/Pilates/Peloton/Fitness room, 2 indoor and outdoor...Just featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer! Located in the highly sought-after A + rated Wallingford-Swarthmore school district. This beautifully updated and renovated Contemporary/Mid-Century-Modern home sits on a very desirable block in the always-in-demand Swarthmore Borough neighborhood—where homes like this rarely come to market. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 6 car driveway, a home office, den, separate family and living rooms, Yoga/Pilates/Peloton/Fitness room, 2 indoor and outdoor stone fireplaces, multiple screened porches, a rear deck, first floor: in-law/nanny/au-pair bedroom and full bathroom, kids/pets play/game room, laundry room with sink, cabinetry, counter and storage space and a finished basement with windows perfect for a workshop, home business, arts & crafts, additional storage and more. The huge primary bedroom boasts an en suite full bath, vaulted ceilings and walls of windows. Situated on a large private .82 acre fenced level lot, this property offers a rare combination of style, comfort, and lots of outdoor space. The home boasts a stunning private yard oasis—professionally landscaped and hardscaped—with native pollinator flowers, plants, shrubs, ornamental grasses and specimen trees. The outdoor space is enhanced by a custom Ipe wood rear deck and multiple Ipe wood screened porches, PA fieldstone walkways and garden walls. This expansive yard creates a truly rare outdoor retreat that feels like a private arboretum great for bird and wildlife watching, entertaining, kids, pets, playing, your next party, BBQ or special occasion. Inside, the layout is open and bright, with lots of windows, light, closets and storage. The cozy floor-to-ceiling fireplace with a stone surround and live edge wood mantle is a great focal point in the wide open living and dining rooms open to the kitchen and breakfast rooms. The home is filled with thoughtful updates, including an open cook’s kitchen with a breakfast bar and breakfast room, Oakmoss solid wood cabinetry, Brushed Brass faucet, hardware and fixtures, solid surface countertops, tile backsplash, pantry, stainless appliances (cooktop range/oven, range hood, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, disposal), undermount sink, recessed lighting and Oak LVP flooring. The entire interior and exterior of the home has been updated. Additional upgrades and features include Andersen Low-E casement, double-hung and bay windows to bring the outside in, Andersen French and sliding glass doors to the screened porches and yard, restored wood entry doors, interior doors, architectural shingle roof, all baths, gutters, downspouts, 200 + amp electric (multiple panels), multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier furnace and central air HVAC systems, multiple zoned high-efficiency Carrier and Mitsubishi cooling and heating mini-split systems, high-efficiency AO Smith hot water heater. The entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted. Original and new hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Other highlights, LED recessed, Brushed Brass and Matte Black lighting throughout, Matte Black exterior lighting, custom closet organization. The home is filled with natural light, generous storage, and abundant space to spread out both indoors and out. Enjoy walkability to CADES school and other top-rated schools, restaurants, coffee shops, cafes, boutiques, parks, trails, hospitals, and universities. This is truly a rare opportunity—a “needle in a haystack” in Swarthmore Borough. Minutes and easy access to Philadelphia International Airport, the Swarthmore SEPTA train station to Center City, Downtown Philadelphia, Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum, Swarthmore Town Center, & the Farmers Market, 1, 476, 95, PA, DE, NJ, Brooklyn, NYC, Poconos, beaches, MD and DC. Easy access to Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Home Depot, Lowe’s and more. The convenience is unmatched.
Property Details for 315 Rutgers Avenue
Tax ID Number
43-00-01058-00
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleContemporary, Mid-Century Modern
Levels/Stories2
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2025 03:09 PM
Property Details for 315 Rutgers Avenue
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PADE2100848 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $26,043 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| Lot Size | 0.82 AC / 35,719 SF |
| County | Delaware County |
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Building Information for 315 Rutgers Avenue
Stories2Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.82 AC / 35,719 SF
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$8,150 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$5,980
Property Taxes
$2,170
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 315 Rutgers Avenue
Location
Location
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
- School District County ID: 300200396626
- SchoolDistrictSource: 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: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $667,100
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $2,583
- Improvement Assessed Value: $505,170
- City Town Tax: $2,665
- Land Assessed Value: $161,930
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: R-10
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Tax Lot: 400-000
- School Tax: $20,794
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
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
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, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Den, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Hobby Room, Primary Bathroom, Screened Porch
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Game Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
- Room Type: Basement
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
- Room Type: Workshop
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
- Room Type: Hobby Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 17
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 18
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 19
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 20
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 21
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 22
- Room Type: Recreation Room
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 23
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 24
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 25
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 26
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Green Info
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Construction, Fireplace/Wood Stove, Flooring, Home Energy Management, HVAC, Lighting
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 4,448.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,448.00
- Total SQFT: 4,448.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Basement Type: Drainage System, Drain, Fully Finished, Improved, Heated, Interior Access, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Water Proofing System, Windows, Workshop
- Foundation Details: Block
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-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: 4
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Partly Wooded, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing: Privacy, Wood
- Parcel ID: 565934
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Insert, Mantel(s), Stone, Wood
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
- Accessibility Features: None
- Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), French, Insulated, Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
- Window Features: Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, ENERGY STAR Qualified, Insulated, Low-E, Replacement, Screens, Sliding
- Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
- Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air, Energy Star Heating System, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp, Programmable Thermostat
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Property History for 315 Rutgers Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | $1,200,000 | — |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1918362299 | $1,200,000 | +6.1% / yr |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | — | |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | — | |
| Sep 27, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | $1,249,900 | — |
| Mar 25, 2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #354488729 | $570,000 | +468.9% / yr |
| Mar 25, 2013 | Closed BRIGHT #1004176044 | $570,000 | — |
| Mar 1, 2013 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009622914 | $590,000 | — |
| Feb 18, 2013 | Pending BRIGHT #1004176044 | — | |
| Nov 30, 2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004176044 | $625,000 | — |
| Nov 30, 2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009622914 | $625,000 | — |
| Aug 10, 2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #166090003 | $1 | — |
| Mar 14, 2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #159477281 | $1 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | $1,200,000 |
| 10/16/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1918362299 | $1,200,000 +6.1% / yr |
| 10/02/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | — |
| 10/02/2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | — |
| 09/27/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2100848 | $1,249,900 |
| 03/25/2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #354488729 | $570,000 +468.9% / yr |
| 03/25/2013 | Closed BRIGHT #1004176044 | $570,000 |
| 03/01/2013 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009622914 | $590,000 |
| 02/18/2013 | Pending BRIGHT #1004176044 | — |
| 11/30/2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004176044 | $625,000 |
| 11/30/2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009622914 | $625,000 |
| 08/10/2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #166090003 | $1 |
| 03/14/2005 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #159477281 | $1 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 315 Rutgers Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$161,930Additions$505,170Total$667,100
Tax Record2026$26,044 ($2,170 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,448 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,448 SqFtStories2Lot Size35,589 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyDELAWAREAPN43-00-01058-00
Schools near 315 Rutgers Avenue
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 | |||
| Private - | 6 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 | ||
Milagre Kids School Private6 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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