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Off market jan 2025 for $285K

$316,366

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,101/mo

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1,320

sq ft

978 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026

About this home

Welcome to 978 Fairfax Rd, a charming twin residence nestled on a large corner lot in the heart of Drexel Hill. This delightful home offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal choice for comfortable living. The systems of the home were all recently updated including new central air and gas furnace, new hot water heater, new chimney liner (all completed 2024) and new second floor windows (2023), over $38,000 in recent improvements! Step inside to discover a spacious and inviting living area, featuring hardwood floors and abundant natural light that creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The well-appointed kitchen boasts modern stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, gas cooking, ample cabinetry, and an adjacent cozy dining area perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. The home offers 3 bedrooms, each providing a peaceful retreat with great closet space. There are 1.5 bathrooms, both tastefully updated, offering both style and functionality. The upstairs full bathroom features ceramic tile, elegant wainscoting and a whirlpool tub. The finished lower level also offers a flex space to use as a home office, playroom, or additional living area. There's built-in cabinet storage plus a large closet for all of your storage needs. There's also a lovely remodeled powder room. Outside, enjoy a new concrete patio and private fenced yard, perfect for relaxing or hosting outdoor gatherings. The property also includes convenient off-street parking for multiple cars and an attached garage with inside access and automatic door opener. There's also a large storage shed (included) for garden equipment, bikes or use for extra storage space. This charming home is located within close proximity to local schools, parks, and shopping centers. Experience the best of Drexel Hill living in this charming property. Schedule your tour today and come & see all that 978 Fairfax Rd has to offer. This home offers a rare opportunity to purchase a move-in condition property at a great price!

TownhomeProperty Type

1949Year Built

4,356 sq ftLot Size

$240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Natalie Curry • Compass RE

•610-822-3356 (broker)

•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)

Bought with Jon Christopher • Christopher Real Estate Services

•888-896-1034 (broker)

•jon@chrisres.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PADE2080010

Redfin Estimate

$316,366

$31K since sold in January 2025$3,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 1.2% higher than the average sale price ($313K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD BY REDFIN JUL 31, 2026
$330,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,152 sq ft
1043 Bryan St, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$315,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,152 sq ft
1100 Cobbs St, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$320,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,152 sq ft
1034 Bryan St, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$225,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,120 sq ft
2574 Stoneybrook Ln, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$335,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,552 sq ft
1024 Cobbs St, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$350,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,254 sq ft
1109 Old Ln, Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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Market trends in 19026, PA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.3%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$352K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

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$250,000
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$425,000
4 beds3 baths2,520 sq ft
4104 Sommers Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
(855) 450-0442
VIDEO TOUR
$489,000
3 beds2 baths1,790 sq ft
1207 Dermond Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
(610) 520-0100
$249,000
3 beds1 bath1,256 sq ft
3215 Berkley Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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$499,900
4 beds2.5 baths1,764 sq ft
901 Turner Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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$525,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,845 sq ft
824 Edmonds Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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$480,000
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722 Drexel Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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Sale history for 978 Fairfax Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PADE2080010

Jan 21, 2025

Sold

$285,000

$216/sq ft

Jan 7, 2025

Pending

—

Dec 9, 2024

Contingent

—

Dec 6, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Dec 2, 2024

Price Changed

$289,000

$219/sq ft

Nov 22, 2024

Listed

$299,000

$227/sq ft

Nov 21, 2024

Coming Soon

$299,000

$227/sq ft

BRIGHTMLS #PADE2070030

Jun 26, 2024

Rental Removed

$2,250

$2/sq ft

Jun 20, 2024

Listed for Rent

$2,250

$2/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PADE2025682

May 26, 2022

Sold

$220,000

$167/sq ft

May 13, 2022

Listing Removed

—

May 13, 2022

Listed

$220,000

$167/sq ft

TREND #5951735

May 25, 2012

Sold

$175,000

$133/sq ft

Mar 13, 2012

Pending

—

Sep 26, 2011

Listed

$179,900

$136/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004525514

May 25, 2012

Sold

$175,000

$133/sq ft

Feb 20, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Sep 26, 2011

Listed

$179,900

$136/sq ft

+16

AMAZING! Just unpack - thats it! Everything is new! You won't find a home in such amazing condition anywhere around! Tastefully decorated, Refinished hardwoods, all new molding and baseboard through home, beautiful 5 year old kitchen w/ stainless appliances. Partial finished basement with cabinet storage plus large closet and powder room. Upgraded electric, plumbing, 1 yr old water heater. Outside access from basement to paved parking area with stone paver wall for 3+ CARS!! Where else can you find that! You can live in this home maintainence free for a very long time. 3 bedrooms upstairs, master bedroom has trendy track lighting. Remodeled hall bath with whirlpool tub. New concrete patio on side of home which looks out to level and large fenced side yard, tons of room for BBQ's, partys or just letting the family run around. Truly a MUST SEE! This home is one not to miss.

Public Records

Jul 27, 2005

Sold

$169,100

$128/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PADE160840

May 30, 2005

Listing Removed

—

May 20, 2005

Listed

$169,100

$128/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 28, 2002

Sold

$111,000

$84/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PADE175444

Mar 25, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Feb 19, 2002

Listed

$111,000

$84/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PADE206344

Apr 26, 2000

Sold

$103,000

$78/sq ft

Mar 5, 2000

Listed

$103,000

$78/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,021 (+3.2%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2025

$5,836 (+3.5%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2024

$5,639 (+1.0%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2023

$5,586 (+2.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2022

$5,436 (−25.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2021

$7,329 (+14.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2020

$6,383 (+1.8%)

$35,010 + $63,670

$98,680

2019

$6,271 (+1.2%)

$35,010 + $63,670

$98,680

2018

$6,199 (+2.7%)

2017

$6,037 (+1.8%)

2015

$5,931 (+3.0%)

2014

$5,757 (+3.7%)

2013

$5,550 (+6.4%)

2011

$5,215 (+5.9%)

2010

$4,923

Tax history for 978 Fairfax Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,021 (+3.2%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2025

$5,836 (+3.5%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2024

$5,639 (+1.0%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2023

$5,586 (+2.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2022

$5,436 (−25.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2021

$7,329 (+14.8%)

$32,090 + $101,250

$133,340

2020

$6,383 (+1.8%)

$35,010 + $63,670

$98,680

2019

$6,271 (+1.2%)

$35,010 + $63,670

$98,680

2018

$6,199 (+2.7%)

2017

$6,037 (+1.8%)

2015

$5,931 (+3.0%)

2014

$5,757 (+3.7%)

2013

$5,550 (+6.4%)

2011

$5,215 (+5.9%)

2010

$4,923

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

26 ft.

Lot depth

94 ft.

Lot size

4,182 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,120

Year built

1949

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Delaware County

APN

16080112700

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Basement Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway, Private
Attached Garage, Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Window Treatments
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Room Information
Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partial, Fully Finished

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 200
Improvement Assessed Value: $101,250
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Roof: Rubber
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Window Features: Double Pane

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights
Fencing: Fully

Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 26.00 x 94.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $32,090

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,120
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,869
County Tax: $399
School Tax: $3,349
Tax Assessed Value: $133,340
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $5,639

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes

Location

School Information
School District Name: UPPER DARBY
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Cross Street: Kenwood
Directions: State Rd to Kenwood, Right on Fairfax (home is on the corner of Fairfax and Kenwood)
Municipality: UPPER DARBY TWP

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,182 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 16080112700

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Hillcrest Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

5/10

Drexel Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

3/10

Upper Darby Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$301,000 – $364,000

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Home values near 978 Fairfax Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
976 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$262,021
966 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1140 Sq. Ft.	$266,382

Address	Redfin Estimate
972 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$267,427
964 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$345,721

Address	Redfin Estimate
974 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$268,922
970 Fairfax Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1120 Sq. Ft.	$260,912

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