$9,261 Closing Credit¹
#PADE2087764, Vincent May, Listing Office: BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
$715,000 List price
684 N Chester Rd Swarthmore, PA 19081
$8,491
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,428 sqft
0.3 acres
$294 / sqft
House
Property details
About 684 N Chester Rd
Lovingly restored 1920s four-bedroom stucco and stone colonial in sought-after Swarthmore borough; walkable to downtown village, SEPTA regional rail station, Swarthmore College campus, Swarthmore-Rutledge Elementary School, Swarthmore Swim Club, as well as Baltimore Pike shopping, Starbucks, Giant grocery store, etc. This single-family home features recently refurbished hardwood floors throughout (2020), new high-velocity central AC (2018), new custom built-in bookcases and millwork on the first floor (2020), new stainless-steel dishwasher and refrigerator, large LG washer & dryer with utility sink, and radiator heat powered by a recently installed natural gas boiler. The main full bathroom on the second floor was stripped to the studs and remodeled in 2022. The current owners installed a new street-to-house sewer and water piping, new windows throughout the basement, a new basement-to-second floor sewage piping stack, as well as structural reinforcements to the foundation. The private backyard is flanked by a new split-rail fence and plantings screen the perimeter with an enclosed kitchen garden and a large new masonry patio designed for outdoor entertainment. A detached single-car garage and unfinished 3rd floor attic provides ample additional storage space. The entire exterior stone foundation was expertly repointed in 2019 and a new flagstone pathway and front steps installed in 2020, along with a newly paved driveway (2024). This classic Swarthmore residence will not last long!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water
StatusSale Pending
(PENDING)
(PENDING)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,428 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.32 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Paved Driveway,Asphalt Driveway, Detached Garage
MLS #PADE2083322
Garage1 space
FireplaceStone, Wood
ViewGarden, Trees/Woods
Summary
- MLS Number: PADE2083322
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: James A Cochrane Inc
- Office Phone: (610) 469-6100
- Office Email: bill@cochraninc.com
- Listing Agent: Michael A Wallacavage
- Agent Phone: (484) 947-4975
- Agent Email: mike@mikewalla.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2014 | Home Sold | $300,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $332,200 | $11,971 |
| 2023 | $332,200 | $18,454 |
| 2022 | $324,940 | $17,847 |
| 2021 | $324,940 | $17,847 |
| 2020 | $224,700 | $13,109 |
| 2019 | $224,700 | $12,779 |
| 2018 | $224,700 | $12,568 |
| 2017 | $224,700 | $12,285 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Sabold Elementary School
Public District 2-5
0.4 mi
•468 E Thomson Ave
6
Swarthmore-rutledge School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•100 College Ave
4
Edgewood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•525 8th 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 $181,000. Typical income of Swarthmore, PA residents is $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
3%
<35k
21%
35k-100k
32%
100k-200k
44%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
24%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 684 N Chester Rd
This home is located at 684 N Chester Rd in Swarthmore, PA and zip code 19081. This 2,428 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $715,000.
In March 2025 more than 3 listings in Swarthmore, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 0 were sold below. The number of listings in Swarthmore, PA increased by 57.1% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 4 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $378,500.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.