470 Gainsboro Rd

1,931 Sq. Ft.
$255 / Sq. Ft.
1,931
Sq. Ft.
$255
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 470 Gainsboro Rd , one of the most meticulously maintained homes in Drexel Park, where timeless character meets exceptional care. From the moment you arrive the property's outstanding curb appeal and lush, thoughtfully maintained landscaping make a memorable first impression. A private driveway guides you to the right side of the home, leading to the main entrance, a patio area, and an attached two car garage. The long driveway widens at the top, allowing parking for numerous vehicles...Welcome to 470 Gainsboro Rd , one of the most meticulously maintained homes in Drexel Park, where timeless character meets exceptional care. From the moment you arrive the property's outstanding curb appeal and lush, thoughtfully maintained landscaping make a memorable first impression. A private driveway guides you to the right side of the home, leading to the main entrance, a patio area, and an attached two car garage. The long driveway widens at the top, allowing parking for numerous vehicles in addition to garage space. On the left side of the house a few steps and a walkway lead to a separate entrance into the enclosed porch, direct access to the basement, and to the possible mother-in-law suite. The Main entrance opens into a welcoming foyer featuring beautiful hardwood floors that extend throughout the first floor living and dining rooms and continue up the main staircase. The spacious living room is filled with natural light and showcases a stone, wood-burning fireplace, built -in book shelves, a ceiling fan , and large windows, A doorway leads into a bright and cozy sunroom which is the ideal spot to relax and enjoy peaceful evenings. To the right of the foyer is a formal dining room enhanced by classic chair-rail trim, adding a touch of elegance. From there, the kitchen offers ample cabinet space, gas cooking, and room for a small dining table and chairs. Just beyond a pantry area, stairs lead down to a clean, unfinished basement that houses the laundry area and provides generous flexible space for storage, a workshop, or future customization. A hallway off of the kitchen leads you to a rear staircase that opens up to a private bedroom and a full bathroom located above the garage. This is the perfect space for guests, an in-law suite, or a home office and does connect to the main second floor level with two steps. From the main foyer elegant wood stairs lead you to the second floor where you'll find the large primary bedroom featuring hardwood floors , abundant natural light, and two sizable closets. There are two more bedrooms, equipped with ceiling fans, and a spacious full ceramic tile bathroom. The second floor hallway also includes access to a walk-up attic that offers generous storage space and the potential for future expansion. Additional highlights include newer replacement windows throughout, gas hot water heating, a gas hot water tank, and a 100-amp circuit breaker electrical service. If you are looking for a home full of character, an abundance of charm, and thoughtful care, 470 Gainsboro Road may be the perfect fit! Schedule your private tour of this property today and experience it's appeal for yourself!
  1. Listed by John A Gallagher • RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
    P: (610)-505-7700 johng1@remax.net

Property Details for 470 Gainsboro Road

Tax ID Number
16-09-00521-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Dutch, Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/04/2026 01:51 PM

Property Details for 470 Gainsboro Road

StatusActive
MLS #PADE2114330
Days on Market37
Taxes$9,778 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1937
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyDelaware County

Location

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Building Information for 470 Gainsboro Road

Stories3Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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Property Information for 470 Gainsboro Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: UPPER DARBY
  • School District County ID: 300200397363
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: HILLCREST (DELAWARE PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: DREXEL HILL (DELAWARE PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: UPPER DARBY SENIOR (DELAWARE PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: Upper Darby Twp (10416)
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: $216,560
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $998
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $164,020
  • City Town Tax: $3,036
  • Land Assessed Value: $52,540
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESD
  • Tax Lot: 357-000
  • School Tax: $5,743
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,931.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 65.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 454464
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dryer - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • 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: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 470 Gainsboro Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 4, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$493,000
May 19, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$493,900
May 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$549,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/04/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$493,000
05/19/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$493,900
05/05/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2114330

$549,900

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

Public Records for 470 Gainsboro Road

Taxable ValueLand$52,540Additions$164,020Total$216,560
Tax Record2026$9,619 ($802 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,931 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,931 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,401 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1937CountyDELAWAREAPN16-09-00521-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 470 Gainsboro Road

This home is within Upper Darby School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hillcrest El School
PublicK to 5

Drexel Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Upper Darby Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Aronimink El School
PublicK to 5

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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470 Gainsboro Road is a single family home for sale in Drexel Hill, PA 19026. This property was listed for sale on May 5, 2026 by RE/MAX Hometown Realtors, it's currently listed at $493,000. This listing's school district is Upper Darby School District. Nearby schools include Hillcrest El School, Drexel Hill Middle School and Upper Darby Senior High School. 470 Gainsboro Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,931 sqft single family home built in 1937.

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