546 Rutgers Ave

Swarthmore, PA 19081

$460,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,912 Sq. Ft.
$241 / Sq. Ft.
1,912
Sq. Ft.
$241
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/20/21
Closed 10/20/21
Welcome to 546 Rutgers!
Front of home
Stonework add character
Beautiful front entry
Detached garage and breezeway
Breezeway
Patio and breezeway
Backyard and planter box
Front entry
Living room
Living room with fireplace
Hardwood flooring
Dining roon with corner cabinet
Dining room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen open to dining room
Downstairs Bedroom or office
Downstairs Bedroom w/wood flooring
Main floor Bathroom
Upstairs Bedroom
Upstairs Bedroom w/ built ins
Upstairs Bedroom
Ensuite Bath
Upstairs Bedroom
Upstairs Bedroom
Upstairs Bedroom w/Bath
Ensuite Bath
Covered breezeway
Shared driveway
Backyard
Backyard
Backyard w/planter box
Backyard
Aerial

Description

Welcome home to this warm and inviting cape cod colonial tucked away on a private, quaint street in the highly coveted Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Warmth and character are abundant upon entering this home, from the original wood flooring to the welcoming fireplace. Large windows in the living room and dining room add old world charm and wonderful natural lighting. There are 2 additional main floor rooms that can be used as bedrooms, office, or additional den space plus a full bathroom...Welcome home to this warm and inviting cape cod colonial tucked away on a private, quaint street in the highly coveted Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. Warmth and character are abundant upon entering this home, from the original wood flooring to the welcoming fireplace. Large windows in the living room and dining room add old world charm and wonderful natural lighting. There are 2 additional main floor rooms that can be used as bedrooms, office, or additional den space plus a full bathroom with standing shower. Upstairs you'll find two spacious en suite bedrooms complete with large closets, extra storage and full bathroom in each! This home also features a fabulous breezeway and hardscape patio with an adorable "secret garden" and built in planting box ready for your favorite herbs and flowers. You will love the spacious rear yard, perfect for entertaining, complete with wooden fencing, beautiful trees and mature landscaping. 2 Car Detached garage provides plenty of storage for all your tools and automobiles. Close to downtown Swarthmore, which features restaurants, salons, cafes, and small business shopping, including the Swarthmore Co-op, and is also home to one of the area's highest-rated Farmer's Markets, Also near Swarthmore College, Scott Arboretum, and the Swarthmore train station. A quick drive to downtown Media, which is bustling with shopping, eateries, and nightlife. Minutes from major highways, making a short commute to downtown Philadelphia, the Philadelphia International Airport. Don't miss out on this charming Swarthmore gem!
  1. Listed by Alison D Saunders • RE/MAX Preferred - Malvern
    P: (610)-563-5432 alisonsaunders@remax.net

Property Details for 546 Rutgers Avenue

Tax ID Number
43-00-01105-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 10/20/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 546 Rutgers Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PADE2006508
Days on Market4
Taxes$9,977 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,540 SF
CountyDelaware County
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Building Information for 546 Rutgers Avenue

Stories2Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,540 SF

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Property Information for 546 Rutgers Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: STRATH HAVEN (DELAWARE PA)
  • 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: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $298,380
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $895
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $182,540
  • City Town Tax: $929
  • Land Assessed Value: $115,840
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: RESI
  • Tax Lot: 125-000
  • School Tax: $8,153
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 11
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 12
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 17 X 15
Room 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 19 X 12
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 9
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Room 7
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 10
Room 8
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 11
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,912.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 70.66 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Parcel ID: 565987
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Attic/House Fan, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Breezeway
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 546 Rutgers Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 20, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2006508

$460,000—
Sep 30, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477367372

$460,000—
Sep 6, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2006508

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/20/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2006508

$460,000
09/30/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477367372

$460,000
09/06/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2006508

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Public Records for 546 Rutgers Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$115,840Additions$182,540Total$298,380
Tax Record2026$11,649 ($971 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,912 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,912 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,540 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyDELAWAREAPN43-00-01105-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 546 Rutgers Avenue

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
Notre Dame De Lourdes School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Swarthmore-Rutledge School
PublicK to 5

Strath Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Strath Haven High School
Public9 to 12

Notre Dame De Lourdes School
PrivatePK to 8

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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