651 N Chester Rd

Swarthmore, PA 19081

$700,000
Price
5
Beds
2,777 Sq. Ft.
$252 / Sq. Ft.
2,777
Sq. Ft.
$252
per Sq. Ft.
Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
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Description

Welcome to 651 N Chester Rd (AKA 5 Swarthmore Place) — a beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence nestled in the heart of Swarthmore Borough, one of Delaware County’s most charming and sought-after communities. Located in the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, this home offers a rare blend of character, space, and location. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot with mature gardens, stone walkways, and a fenced backyard, this home showcases distinctive architecture that...Welcome to 651 N Chester Rd (AKA 5 Swarthmore Place) — a beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence nestled in the heart of Swarthmore Borough, one of Delaware County’s most charming and sought-after communities. Located in the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, this home offers a rare blend of character, space, and location. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot with mature gardens, stone walkways, and a fenced backyard, this home showcases distinctive architecture that reflects the timeless appeal of Swarthmore’s historic homes. Step through the arched front door into a spacious foyer with coat closet and immediately feel the warm, inviting character this home offers. The main level features a gracious living room to the left and an open-concept layout to the right that includes a gourmet kitchen with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances—including a 5-burner gas stove with hood vent, dishwasher, refrigerator—and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen flows into a large dining area and cozy family room centered around an Inglenook-style gas fireplace. A single glass French door from the family room leads to a large deck with pergola, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing. Rounding out the main level, there is a charming reading/sitting nook tucked just off the foyer, offering a quiet spot to unwind, work, or enjoy a book
The second floor includes a spacious primary suite with an attached office or sitting room. Walk-in closet and additional closet space. The main bath features a tub/shower combination with timeless tilework. Two additional generously sized bedrooms share a tiled hall bath with walk-in shower. The third floor offers two more bedrooms and another full bath with a stall shower—ideal for guests, home offices, or creative space. The lower level includes a stone foundation, half bath, ample storage, and access to the 2-car attached garage. The backyard is a peaceful retreat with mature plantings, a patio area, and fenced yard. Swarthmore Borough is known for its tree-lined streets, vibrant community, and small-town charm. Residents enjoy easy access to local shops, cafes, the train station with direct service to Center City Philadelphia, and nearby parks and green spaces. This one-of-a-kind home combines architectural charm with thoughtful updates, ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Swarthmore!
  1. Listed by Steven Christie • KW Greater West Chester
    P: (610)-389-2810 stevenchristie4@gmail.com

Property Details for 651 North Chester Road

Tax ID Number
43-00-01196-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 11:47 AM

Property Details for 651 North Chester Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #PADE2099488
Days on Market82
Taxes$16,912 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF
CountyDelaware County

Location

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Building Information for 651 North Chester Road

Stories3Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF

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$4,868 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,459

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$1,409

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Property Information for 651 North Chester Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE
  • School District County ID: 300200396626
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $433,210
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $1,677
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $282,010
  • City Town Tax: $1,731
  • Land Assessed Value: $151,200
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Zoning: R10
  • Zoning Dscrp: RES
  • Tax Lot: 068-000
  • School Tax: $13,503
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # 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
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Half Bath
  • Stories: Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed
Room 2
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed
Room 3
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Countertop(s) - Granite, Lighting - Recessed, Lighting - Pendants, Double Sink, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Breakfast Room
Room 5
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed
Room 6
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area
Room 8
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Room 13
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 15
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Stall Shower
Room 17
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 18
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,777.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 171.00 x 102.79
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 566090
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Motion Detectors
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Upper 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: Hot Water, Steam, Radiator
  • 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 651 North Chester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

—
Oct 27, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$700,000—
Sep 24, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$750,000—
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$799,900—
Feb 1, 2010

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008782852

$499,900—
Jun 1, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008782852

$539,900—
Jun 30, 2000

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE204082

$291,500—
Apr 7, 2000

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE204082

—
Mar 30, 2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE204082

$299,500—
Jan 20, 1998

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE321196

$250,000—
Jan 2, 1998

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE321196

—
Jul 28, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE321196

$282,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

—
10/27/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$700,000
09/24/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$750,000
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE2099488

$799,900
02/01/2010

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008782852

$499,900
06/01/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008782852

$539,900
06/30/2000

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE204082

$291,500
04/07/2000

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE204082

—
03/30/2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE204082

$299,500
01/20/1998

Closed

BRIGHT #PADE321196

$250,000
01/02/1998

Pending

BRIGHT #PADE321196

—
07/28/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PADE321196

$282,500

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Schools near 651 North 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
St. Kevin 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

St. Kevin 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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