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215 Cornell Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081

$1,170,000

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$10,000*

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7 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 2 Partial
4,895 SqFt
$239/SqFt
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215 Cornell Ave, Swarthmore$1,170,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Garage3 spaces
Year Built1895
HeatingZoned, Radiant, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
ViewPanoramic, Garden
MLS #PADE2076264
Lot Size0.46 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 215 Cornell Ave

This home is enchanting! It was crafted and constructed by the esteemed writer, Grace Livingston Hill. This unique and diverse home perfectly captures the essence of the turn of the century with its magnificent Arts and Crafts elements, graceful archways, and charming turret. While incorporating modern updates, the home has preserved its original charm and character. Updates include; new furnace in 2012; new hot water heater 2017; basement waterproofing with French drains, two sump pumps and wall treatments in 2016-2020; refinished hardwood floors on second floor 2018; balcony resurfaced in 2018; new Samsung stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave in kitchen 2022; stone pointing in 2022; band new fence enclosing backyard in 2022; remodeled second floor powder room 2022 and remodeled primary ensuite bathroom in 2023, both with underfloor heating; new roofs replaced from 2018-2024. Inside, you'll discover many built-in features, cozy fireplaces, stunning terracotta tiling, and elegant hardwood flooring. French doors guide you to a delightful elevated patio, where you can indulge in the awe-inspiring views of the expansive backyard and garden, along with a separate three-car garage. From the inviting covered front porch to the turret that offers panoramic views of the surrounding trees and rooftops, it is truly one of a kind.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 4,895 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
  • Office Phone: (610) 399-5100
  • Listing Agent: William G Davis

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Microwave
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Additional Stairway, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Table Space, Skylight(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors, Attic, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Panoramic, Garden
  • Exterior: Roof Deck, Stone Retaining Walls, Chimney Cap(s), Other, Sidewalks

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Zoned, Radiant, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: GPS

Municipality:

  • Swarthmore Boro

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,170,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $239/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $30,845
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Swarthmore, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$360K

Med. Price/SqFt

$245

Avg. Days On Market

8

# of Sold Homes

12

215 Cornell Ave vs Swarthmore

51 DAYS ON ROCKET

+43 Days

$1,170,000

+$810K More

$239/SqFt

-$6 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $810K more than the Median Sold Price and $6/SqFt less than other homes in Swarthmore, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PADE2076264

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester
  • Office Phone: (610) 399-5100
  • Listing Agent: William G Davis

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 11/22/2024, 1:20:50 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 18, 2011Home Sold
$800,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$30,845$561,570
2020$20,419$350,000
2019$19,905$350,000
2018$19,576$350,000
2017$19,137$350,000

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Swarthmore-rutledge School

  • 100 College Ave

  • 0.51 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • Grace Park Elementary School

  • 1097 7th Ave

  • 0.80 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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4
/10

  • Edgewood Elementary School

  • 525 8th Ave

  • 1.02 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,282. The majority of Swarthmore, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 215 Cornell Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 215 Cornell Ave property is $1,170,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 215 Cornell Ave is a house located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 19081.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 215 Cornell Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $30,845 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 18, 2011 for $800,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 215 Cornell Ave has 7 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 215 Cornell Ave is 4,895 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 215 Cornell Ave is 1895.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Delaware County›Swarthmore›19081›215 Cornell Ave

This home is located at 215 Cornell Ave in Swarthmore, PA and zip code 19081. This 4,895 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 0.46 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 01, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,170,000.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Swarthmore, PA there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 3 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Swarthmore, PA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 11.5%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $360,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 8 days.

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

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