#PADE2090654, Brooke Penders, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
315 Vassar Ave Swarthmore, PA 19081
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About 315 Vassar Ave
SATURDAY, 5/31 OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED! This charming and beautifully maintained Victorian home effortlessly blends classic character with modern comfort. From the covered Front Porch, step inside the inviting first floor featuring an open-concept layout where the cozy Living Room with updated ceiling fan, recessed lighting and wood-burning fireplace flanked on either side by built-in cabinetry flows seamlessly into a tastefully updated kitchen. Here, you'll find a central island with a gas range and counter seating - perfect for casual meals or entertaining - along with a separate eat-in area that adds flexibility for family dining. The kitchen also includes a spacious pantry closet, Silestone counters, large Farmhouse sink and stainless appliances including newer refrigerator and dishwasher with a convenient half bath with newer vanity and laundry nearby. Just beyond, a hallway leads to a generous 21x12 Family Room addition (2017) with newer HW floors and is ideal for family and friend gatherings and relaxation, complete with newer cabinetry, bar sink and built-in refrigerator for added comfort and functionality. This room has a soaring high ceiling with fan, and is flooded with natural light thanks to the plethora of windows both high and low. A new sliding glass door provides easy access to the recently enlarged Bluestone patio, ideal for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The pretty exterior yard, thoughtfully maintained with newer landscaping beds, expanded fenced backyard lawn and flagstone walkways with cobblestone edging both front and back, an EV charger, and a Rain Bird irrigation system, also boasts a detached former garage that the owners converted into a wonderful workout room complete with newer mini-split HVAC system, laminate flooring, updated electric and cable and new doors. This versatile 300 sq foot space could also be your home office, a studio or a private retreat - anything your family might want or need! Back inside, the upper two floors continue the home's spacious and comfortable feel, each floor offering two nicely sized bedrooms and a full bath creating flexible living arrangements for family or guests. The 2nd floor is home to the Primary bedroom, upgraded with a new ceiling fan and a lovely and generous 110 sq foot walk-in closet added from space that was formerly a small study. The full bath has a large double sink vanity and tub/shower combo with an electric heated floor. The 3rd floor full bath has been completely renovated with modern vanity, shower, toilet, lighting and an electric heated floor as well. The lower level full basement with walk-up stairs to the exterior side yard offers both a roomy storage and mechanicals area, and a separate 250' newly finished area, with laminate flooring, recessed lighting, and newer duct work and baseboard heat and is a blank canvas ready to become whatever best suits your family: a children's play area or a teen hangout for movie nites or gaming. Parking is super easy w/driveway space for 3 cars and additional street parking options. More updates include two brand new A/C units installed this spring, a newer house roof (2012) and garage roof (2018), HW Heater & windows (2012), new Gutters w/water collection barrels; and Stainless Steel Fireplace Chimney Flue Liner, Smoke Chamber & Insulation (2019). Nestled on a lovely tree-lined street in the heart of delightful Swarthmore, you'll love the easy and enjoyable sidewalk stroll into the center of town with its library, train station, restaurants, shopping, farmers market and the pretty Swarthmore College campus and its stunning arboretum. Philadelphia is @ a 30 minute drive or train ride, the airport @ 20 minutes. This is a not-to-miss home in a wonderfully convenient location offering not just comfort and style but also a lifestyle rooted in connection to your neighbors, friends and family with natural beauty all around.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Interior: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Driveway,On Street
- Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $950,000
- Price/SqFt: $322
- Annual Tax Amount: $15,811
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Side Yard(s)
- Directions: From Baltimore Pk, South on 320; LEFT on Yale; RIGHT on Vassar to home on RIGHT
- Year Built: 1907
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,949 SqFt
- Municipality: Swarthmore Boro
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: PADE2089030
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
- Office Phone: (610) 947-0408
- Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Cyndy Young
- Agent Phone: (610) 715-4712
- Agent Email: cyndy.young24@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 27, 2022 | Home Sold | $850,000 |
May 03, 2012 | Home Sold | $275,000 |
May 01, 2000 | Home Sold | $245,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $438,770 | $15,811 |
2023 | $376,650 | $20,923 |
2022 | $376,650 | $20,687 |
2021 | $376,650 | $20,687 |
2020 | $218,550 | $12,750 |
2019 | $218,550 | $12,429 |
2018 | $206,850 | $11,569 |
2017 | $206,850 | $11,309 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Swarthmore-rutledge School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•100 College Ave
4
Edgewood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•525 8th Ave
5
Grace Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1097 7th Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $137,891. Residents of Swarthmore, PA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 315 Vassar Ave
The listing price of 315 Vassar Ave property is $950,000.
The property 315 Vassar Ave is a house located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 19081.
Sale Pending: 315 Vassar Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 315 Vassar Ave are: Swarthmore-rutledge School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Edgewood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grace Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ridley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Strath Haven Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), E.T. Richardson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ridley High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Strath Haven High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Interboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $15,811 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 27, 2022 for $850,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 315 Vassar Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 315 Vassar Ave is 2,949 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 315 Vassar Ave is 1907.
This home is located at 315 Vassar Ave in Swarthmore, PA and zip code 19081. This 2,949 square foot home, which was built in 1907, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $950,000.
The number of homes for sale in Swarthmore, PA increased by 66.7% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 45 days, the median list price was $307,500.