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$389,000

279 Runner St Jenkintown, PA 19046

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,440 sqft
0.2 acres
$270 / sqft
House

Property details

About 279 Runner St

Welcome to 279 Runner Street – a lovingly maintained, 3-story home in the desirable McKinley neighborhood of Jenkintown. Located in the highly regarded Abington School District, and just minutes from public transportation, highways, and easy access to Center City Philadelphia, this location offers unbeatable convenience. Set back from the street with a large, grassy front yard, a private driveway, and a welcoming bay window, this home is as cute as can be from the curb. Step inside the first floor to find a cozy living room with vaulted ceilings a large bay window that floods the space with natural light. One step up leads to a spacious dining area and open kitchen with abundant cabinetry and great flow between the spaces. A sliding glass door brings in tons of natural light and leads to the rear deck creating an inviting atmosphere for everyday living or entertaining. Down the stairs takes to directly to the laundry area and power room then into a family room addition with stone accent wall and sliding door access to the large rear yard. This level also offers a small office space and interior access to the garage. The top floor features three generously sized bedrooms, all with great windows and closets and a large hall bathroom with a tub/shower combo and linen closet. The finished basement includes a rec room with endless potential—ideal as a second living space, playroom, exercise or entertainment area—along with ample storage and mechanicals. This is an Estate Sale and is being sold as-is, where-is – The original owners loved this home for many years and it is full of character and charm. A great spot for a new generation to create their modern dream home to enjoy for years to come.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,440 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1959
ParkingAdditional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access, Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street
MLS #PAMC2143178
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Additional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access, Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $389,000
  • Price/SqFt: $270
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,196
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: na
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,440 SqFt
  • Municipality: Abington Twp
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAMC2143178
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
  • Listing Agent: David Snyder
  • Agent Phone: (215) 360-3236
  • Agent Email: david@cclre.com

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$133,810$6,196
2023$133,810$5,938
2022$133,810$5,604
2021$133,810$5,438
2020$133,810$5,360
2019$133,810$5,360
2018$133,810$5,328
2017$133,810$5,202

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

McKinley Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.6 mi

370 Cedar Rd

6

Fox Chase Academics Plus School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

500 Rhawn St

6

Elkins Park School

Public District 5-6

0.9 mi

8149 New Second St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $95,833. The most common annual income of people living in Jenkintown, PA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • LincolnLincoln
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 279 Runner St

The listing price of 279 Runner St property is $389,000.

The property 279 Runner St is a house located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, 19046.

Active Listing: 279 Runner St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 279 Runner St are: McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fox Chase Academics Plus School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Elkins Park School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Woodrow Wilson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Benjamin Franklin School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tacony Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mast Community Charter School II (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Northeast High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,196 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 279 Runner St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 279 Runner St is 1,440 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 279 Runner St is 1959.

This home is located at 279 Runner St in Jenkintown, PA and zip code 19046. This 1,440 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $389,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Jenkintown, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 68.6%. Listings spent 50 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $509,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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