610 N Swarthmore Ave
Description
If you're seeking a high-visibility commercial location with strong long-term potential or mixed-use retail and residential, this unique 1.39-acre...district, this parcel sits among some of the area’s most well-established and high-traffic commercial staples. Surrounded by anchors like Super Wawa, Acme, Home Depot, national banks, gyms, salons, and a variety of eateries, this location delivers daily foot traffic and Prime Commercial Mixed-Use Opportunity in the Heart of Ridley Park’s Business District
If you're seeking a high-visibility commercial location with strong long-term potential or mixed-use retail and residential, this unique 1.39-acre property in Ridley Park Borough offers an exceptional opportunity. Located directly in the heart of Ridley’s bustling businessd unmatched accessibility. Its proximity to public transportation, along with easy access to major highways including Route 476 and I-95, makes it ideal for businesses looking to attract both local and regional clientele. The lot was formerly two parcels that have been combined and rezoned for commercial, Mixed-Use, opening the door for flexible development options. Whether you're envisioning a multi-tenant retail space, professional office complex, or a mixed-use development, this location provides a strategic footprint with room to grow. An existing residential home sits on a portion of the lot and can either be retained for immediate rental income or removed to make way for new construction—offering additional flexibility based on your investment goals. This is a rare opportunity to secure a sizable, commercially zoned lot in one of Delaware County’s most vibrant business corridors. Whether you’re a developer, owner-occupant, or investor, this property represents a smart move in a competitive market.
- Listed by Patti Morrisette • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.P: (610)-213-7684 patriciamorrisette@verizon.net
Property Details for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
Property Details for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PADE2103712 |
| Days on Market | 67 |
| Taxes | $7,780 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| Lot Size | 0.39 AC / 16,988 SF |
| County | Delaware County |
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Building Information for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
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Property Information for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
- School District Name: RIDLEY
- School District County ID: 300200397359
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: LAKEVIEW (DELAWARE PA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: RIDLEY (DELAWARE PA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: RIDLEY (DELAWARE PA)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: DELAWARE
- MLS Area: Ridley Park Boro (10437)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $195,260
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $756
- Improvement Assessed Value: $104,010
- City Town Tax: $1,269
- Land Assessed Value: $91,250
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: R-10
- Zoning: RES COMMERCIAL
- Zoning Dscrp: 1.39 acre lot zoned C2 which allows commercial mixed use to build or residential townhomes/condos above commercial
- Tax Lot: 059-000
- School Tax: $5,754
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,469.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,469.00
- Total SQFT: 1,469.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Frame
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 1
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 50.00 x 175.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 541801
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Utilities: Electric Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
- List Agent URL: Longandfoster.com/PattiRodgersMorrisette
Property History for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2103712 | $865,000 | — |
| Jul 12, 2024 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | $500,000 | — |
| Jun 13, 2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1535917366 | $500,000 | +34.1% / yr |
| May 13, 2024 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | — | |
| May 7, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | $499,900 | — |
| Dec 28, 2017 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #615579277 | $75,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2103712 | $865,000 |
| 07/12/2024 | Closed BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | $500,000 |
| 06/13/2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1535917366 | $500,000 +34.1% / yr |
| 05/13/2024 | Pending BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | — |
| 05/07/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PADE2066990 | $499,900 |
| 12/28/2017 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #615579277 | $75,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
Schools near 610 North Swarthmore Avenue
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | 3 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edgewood El School PublicK to 5 | ||
Ridley Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Ridley High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Milagre Kids School Private3 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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