Last Sold Price
4 beds3,170 sqft$282/sqft
55 Wellesley Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Description

Welcome to this hidden gem nestled in a private and highly sought-after location. This stunning house offers immense potential for those with a vision and a desire to create their dream home. With 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and an amazing spacious layout, this property is bursting with possibilities and awaiting transformation into a truly extraordinary residence. And, it's location is unparalleled! Situated in a gorgeous neighborhood, yet in a very private location within the neighborhood, this...Welcome to this hidden gem nestled in a private and highly sought-after location. This stunning house offers immense potential for those with a vision and a desire to create their dream home. With 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and an amazing spacious layout, this property is bursting with possibilities and awaiting transformation into a truly extraordinary residence. And, it's location is unparalleled! Situated in a gorgeous neighborhood, yet in a very private location within the neighborhood, this property enjoys the benefits of a peaceful setting surrounded by greenery and nature while still being conveniently located close to all amenities, schools, SEPTA rail line, downtown Swarthmore, and more. In addition to the open floor plan, one of this homes most desirable features is its large first floor En Suite Primary Bedroom. There is an entire wall of closets and lovely views of the surrounding landscaping. The kitchen is on one end of the foyer and is in its original condition awaiting your creative touch to be customized to fit your culinary aspirations. It is adjacent to a wonderful large screened in porch and an enormous Dining Room and Living Room - there is plenty of room to expand the kitchen to create a gathering place for friends and family. On the other side of the open Foyer is a fabulous, intimate Den with gas fireplace and desk area. It's ideal to have a separate room adjacent to the wonderful open floor plan especially for WFH. Upstairs there are 2 en suite Bedrooms plus a large fourth bedroom, a large cedar closet and a storage room! Although the bathrooms are in need of renovations, having the plumbing in place makes for an easy transformation! Lastly, there is a very large finished basement with beautiful stone fireplace as the focal point, a large storage room and a mechanical room. The 2-car garage leads to the basement which also adds to the many conveniences of this home. The true allure of this property lies in its potential. While it requires work and remodeling, the possibilities are endless, and with the right renovations, this house could be transformed into something even more amazing. Pieces of the carpet have been removed to expose the beautiful hardwood floors underneath. The property itself boasts a sizable and private yard, a front patio and ample room for landscaping and gardening. Whether you're an investor, a seasoned renovator, or a homeowner with a passion for turning houses into homes, this property is your canvas for an extraordinary living space. With its prime location and the potential to become a stunning residence, this house is a rare find in the market. Don't miss the chance to unlock the hidden beauty of this property and bring your vision to life. Schedule a showing today and be prepared to imagine the endless possibilities that await you! A home inspection report is available.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/26/2023 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Heidi Foggo

    Heidi Foggo

    Listing Agent

    Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

    P: (610)-608-7459

Property Details for 55 Wellesley Road

Status
MLS #
PADE2048438
Days on Market
12
Taxes
$20,537 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1954
Lot Size
0.69 AC / 30,056 SF
Tax ID Number
43-00-01321-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod, Mid-Century Modern
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
06-15-2023
Subdivision
SWARTHMORE HILLS
Subdivision
SWARTHMORE HILLS (DELAWARE PA)
Municipality
SWARTHMORE BORO
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
3,170.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No

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Building Information for 55 Wellesley Road

Stories2Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF

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Property Information for 55 Wellesley Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $609,020
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $1,826
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $413,000
  • City Town Tax: $2,070
  • Land Assessed Value: $196,020
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 248-000
  • School Tax: $16,640
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,170.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 566228
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Basement Garage
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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 55 Wellesley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 26, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515371905

$895,000
Jul 26, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2048438

$895,000
Jun 25, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2048438

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/26/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515371905

$895,000
07/26/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE2048438

$895,000
06/25/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE2048438

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

Public Records for 55 Wellesley Road

Taxable ValueLand$196,020Additions$428,000Total$624,020
Tax Record2026$24,362 ($2,030 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,170 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,170 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,144 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954CountyDELAWAREAPN43-00-01321-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 Wellesley Road

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
Rating
School
Distance
Swarthmore-Rutledge School
PublicK to 5

Strath Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Strath Haven High School
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: 55 Wellesley Road, Swarthmore, PA 19081
$895,000
4
3,170
30,056
$349,000
3
14,900
4
2,950
14,985
$801,500
4
20,312
$1,215,000
6
8,420
84,070
$683,000
4
15,000

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