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8231 Forrest Ave, Elkins Park, PA, 19027

$459,000

Home List Price

$5,451*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,496 SqFt
$307/SqFt
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8231 Forrest Ave, Cheltenham Township$459,000

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$5,451*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage1 space
Year Built1930
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceBrick
MLS #PAMC2120328
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 8231 Forrest Ave

Don't miss the opportunity to be the next owner of this charming renovated stone and stucco English Tudor! Where the craftsmanship of yesteryear and modern amenities meet. Enter the foyer, adorned with stylish shiplap and beautiful hardwood floors throughout, turned staircase and convenient first floor powder room. Cozy living room with wood burning fireplace, beautiful built ins and French doors to the most relaxing front covered porch! You will love to relax after a long day or just hang out with friends. Large open Kitchen/Dining Area combination with more built ins, beamed ceiling that afford both ample storage and amazing character! The Kitchen has been remodeled with its crisp white shaker cabinets, double farm sink, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The Dining Room has sliders that provide lots of light and lead to the rear yard and patio. Upstairs you will find three nice sized bedrooms. The main bedroom features three closets! Two additional bedroom with ample closet space and built ins. Remodeled hall bath with tub/shower. There is a third floor walk up attic, great for extra storage. Don't forget the large unfinished basement with laundry room which has plumbing in place for an additional bathroom. Lots of storage area and very high ceilings! The home is situated on a large flat lot with detached garage and fenced yard. This home has a great layout for everyday living both indoor and out, a great place to entertain! Come see what Elkins Park has to offer! Quick access to Center City by train or car with multiple stations nearby. Easy access to 309, 476 and Turnpike. Abington Jefferson, Salus, Arcadia, Fox Chase and Jeanes Hospital close by.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Dutch, Colonial
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,496 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Main Line
  • Office Phone: (610) 520-0100
  • Listing Agent: Anna V Skale

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Brick

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Forrest Avenue

Municipality:

  • Cheltenham Twp

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $459,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $307/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,078
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Cheltenham Township, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$425K

Med. Price/SqFt

$195

Avg. Days On Market

24

# of Sold Homes

29

8231 Forrest Ave vs Cheltenham Township

36 DAYS ON ROCKET

+12 Days

$459,000

+$34K More

$307/SqFt

+$112 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $34K more than the Median Sold Price and $112/SqFt more than other homes in Cheltenham Township, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAMC2120328

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Main Line
  • Office Phone: (610) 520-0100
  • Listing Agent: Anna V Skale

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: 11/21/2024, 10:20:51 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Mar 23, 2018Home Sold
$282,500
Sep 27, 2017Home Sold
$164,000
Oct 29, 2014Home Sold
$250,000
May 19, 2006Home Sold
$319,300

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$9,078$143,830
2020$8,817$143,830
2019$8,641$143,830
2018$8,436$143,830
2017$8,250$143,830

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

  • Elkins Park School

  • 8149 New Second St

  • 0.86 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-6

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7
/10

  • Myers Elementary School

  • 7609 Montgomery Ave

  • 0.89 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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7
/10

  • McKinley Elementary School

  • 370 Cedar Rd

  • 0.98 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $186,364. Most Cheltenham Township, PA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8231 Forrest Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8231 Forrest Ave property is $459,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8231 Forrest Ave is a house located in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, 19027.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 8231 Forrest 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 $9,078 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on March 23, 2018 for $282,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8231 Forrest Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8231 Forrest Ave is 1,496 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8231 Forrest Ave is 1930.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Montgomery County›Cheltenham Township›19027›8231 Forrest Ave

This home is located at 8231 Forrest Ave in Elkins Park, PA and zip code 19027 in the Elkins Park neighborhood. This 1,496 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $459,000.

In October 2024 more than 16 listings in Cheltenham Township, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 6 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Cheltenham Township, PA between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 9.8%. Listings spent 24 days on the market in October 2024, and had a median list price of $425,000 during the same period.

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

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