400 South Chester Road

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Exceptional Georgian Colonial Revival.
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Handsome slate roofs and copper gutters.
Beautiful South-facing sonroom.
Grand formal foyer.
Living room flanked with beautiful Doric columns.
Dining room entrance with original French doors.
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Elegant forma living room with a fireplace.
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French doors to the sunroom.
Fireplace is framed with Moravian Mercer tiles.
South-facing heated sunroom.
Original multi-pane windows.
French doors to the living room.
Formal dining room with fireplace.
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Original butler's pantry.
Updated kitchen with granite counter tops.
Kitchen door to the dining room.
Door to the back portico from kitchen.
Rear entrance form the portico.
Upper foyer and built-in linen cabinet.
Upper foyer seating area.
Primary bedroom with access to balcony.
Primary bedroom looking out into upper foyer.
Primary bedroom with view of en-suite bathroom.
Primary bedroom en-suite bathroom.
Pass-through closet with built-in cabinet.
2nd bedroom adjacent to the primary.
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3rd bedroom with fireplace.
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3rd bedroom with access to hall bathroom.
Hall bathroom.
Hall bathroom with tub/shower combination.
4th bedroom with double set of windows.
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Balcony accessible from the primary bedroom.
Sunroom copper roof.
5th bedroom on the third floor.
5th bedroom with access to dormer window.
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Third floor hallway with access to former windows.
Third floor hall bathroom.
6th bedroom with dormer windows.
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Basement large pantry.
Basement main room.
Full basement heated.
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Basement laundry room with water closet.
Basement laundry room with exit to backyard.
Utility room.
Rear yard and garage.
Slate patio in rear yard.
Original two-car garage with slate roof.
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3rd Floor
Basement
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6 beds4,301 sqft

400 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.45 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$288/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

An exceptional Georgian Colonial Revival home located in Swarthmore, offered for the first time in over 33 years. Built in 1920 with the finest materials, this home represents a tangible piece of heritage that has been lovingly restored by its current owner. The expansive 4,300-square-foot residence features 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a water closet. The exterior is handsomely constructed with red brick, sandstone lintels with central keystones, double-hung wood windows, slate and copper roofs,...An exceptional Georgian Colonial Revival home located in Swarthmore, offered for the first time in over 33 years. Built in 1920 with the finest materials, this home represents a tangible piece of heritage that has been lovingly restored by its current owner. The expansive 4,300-square-foot residence features 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a water closet. The exterior is handsomely constructed with red brick, sandstone lintels with central keystones, double-hung wood windows, slate and copper roofs, copper gutters, and steel I-beam construction. The beauty of its exterior is matched only by the splendor of its interior. As you enter, you are greeted by a vestibule featuring leaded-glass side panels, an overhead arched fanlight window, and a multicolored Moravian Mercer tile floor. A grand formal foyer with an elegant central split staircase welcomes you inside. Original, beautifully restored old-growth oak floors run throughout the home. On the main level, you will find a spacious formal living room with a central fireplace flanked by French doors. The fireplace is framed with handmade Moravian Mercer tiles—a true masterpiece of the American Arts and Crafts Movement. All three wood-burning fireplaces in the home are adorned with these authentic, original tiles created by Henry Chapman Mercer. Accessible from the living room through double French doors, the south-facing sunroom serves as an expansive, light-filled sanctuary surrounded by original multi-pane historic glass windows and cast-iron radiators for year-round comfort. French doors also separate the foyer from the handsome dining room, which features an original built-in corner hutch and ample natural light from a multi-pane casement window alongside a triple double-hung window. A central fireplace serves as a focal point, adorned with famous Moravian Mercer tiles and a finely detailed mantelpiece. Located between the dining room and the kitchen is another original feature: a beautiful and functional butler’s pantry, perfect for staging meals and storing fine china, stemware, silver flatware, and linens. The renovated kitchen respects the aesthetic of the house, built thoughtfully within the original footprint to remain functional and stylish. A door from the kitchen provides access to the rear portico, backyard, and two-car garage. The layout of the second floor reflects the classic symmetrical design of Georgian Colonial Revival architecture. At the midpoint landing of the staircase, a handsome Palladian window fills the space with exceptional light before the stairs split symmetrically into two flights leading to a spacious upper foyer. The upper foyer includes a built-in linen cabinet for added convenience. Four bedrooms occupy each corner of this level. The primary bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom and access to a large private balcony situated above the sunroom. A convenient pass-through closet with built-in cabinetry connects the primary bedroom to an adjacent room. Another bedroom features a fireplace framed with original Moravian Mercer tiles and offers direct access to the hall bathroom. The second-floor hall bathroom has been fully restored, retaining its original deep bathtub and shower combination. A staircase off the upper foyer leads to a large and versatile third floor, which offers two well-proportioned bedrooms and a full bathroom. The bathroom was recently renovated and retains its original tub and shower combination. A large cedar closet off the main hallway provides safe seasonal storage, complemented by several additional storage areas and closets throughout the floor. The floors at this level are old-growth pine floors that have retained their rich golden color. The laundry facilities are located in the full, heated basement, which also includes a water closet and an extra-large pantry. A bulkhead door provides convenient access to the rear yard. Do not miss the opportunity to own a true heritage home in Swarthmore.
  • Listed by: Fernando Antonio Gallard 215.510.7614 fernando.gallard@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
Last updated: 10/07/2026 05:19 PM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PADE2125368
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Property Information for 400 South Chester Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $21,194 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Delaware County
  • Tax ID Number: 43-00-00093-00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Georgian, Colonial
  • Levels/Stories: 3
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 10-09-2026
  • Subdivision: SWARTHMORE
  • Subdivision: SWARTHMORE (DELAWARE PA)
  • Municipality: SWARTHMORE BORO
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Central Air: No
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 4,301.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Very Good

Building Information

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.45 AC / 19,602 SF

Location

Location
  • Transportation: Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile, Airport less than 10 miles
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • Elementary School: SWARTHMORE-RUTLEDGE SCHOOL (DELAWARE PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 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: 2026
  • Tax Assessed Value: $513,090
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $2,364
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $0
  • City Town Tax: $2,281
  • Land Assessed Value: $129,390
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: R-10
  • Zoning Dscrp: Residential
  • Tax Lot: 015-000
  • School Tax: $16,548
  • Tax Page Number: 2375
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,301.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 4,301.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8054/7330/1378/805473301378_512_384_WM_TxW7Gvp0ezfOzBUp.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout Stairs
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: 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 Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Parcel ID: 564932

Parking

Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Double/Dual Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Roof Deck, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service

Property History for 400 South Chester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 24, 1993

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE458188

$241,000—
May 6, 1993

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE458188

—
Apr 19, 1993

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE458188

$265,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/1993

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE458188

$241,000
05/06/1993

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE458188

—
04/19/1993

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE458188

$265,000

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

Public records

400 South Chester Road

Beds

6

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

4,301 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,301 SqFt

Stories

3

Lot Size

19,515 SqFt

Schools near 400 South Chester Road

This home is within Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Swarthmore-Rutledge School
Public - K to 5
Strath Haven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Strath Haven High School
Public - 9 to 12
Milagre Kids School
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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More information about 400 South Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA 19081

400 South Chester Road is a single family home Coming Soon in Swarthmore, PA 19081. This property is currently priced at $1,240,000. This listing's school district is Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Nearby schools include Swarthmore-Rutledge School, Strath Haven Middle School and Strath Haven High School. 400 South Chester Road is a 6-bed, 4-bath, 4,301 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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